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Light in paintings. Installation and painting. What difference?
Light in Paintings
In painting, light is represented through the artist’s use of color, shading, and perspective, creating an illusion of natural or artificial light sources. Artists like Rembrandt and Caravaggio, known for their use of chiaroscuro, manipulated light and shadow to add depth, drama, and focus to their work. In paintings, light is static; it remains a visual effect, capturing a single moment or mood that viewers interpret from a fixed perspective.
Light in Installation Art
Installation art, on the other hand, often incorporates real, dynamic light as a physical component. Artists use light sources such as LEDs, projectors, or natural light to change the environment, interact with the space, and engage viewers in an immersive experience. The audience may move around the installation, experiencing light from various angles and interacting with it in real time, making the art piece come alive.
Differences
1. Representation vs. Reality: Paintings create an illusion of light, while installation uses actual light as part of the artwork.
2. Static vs. Dynamic: Light in paintings is fixed, while installation art can have changing light patterns, offering a different experience each time.
3. Perspective: Paintings have a single viewing angle, whereas installations allow for multiple perspectives and often invite viewers to physically move within the artwork.
4. Interaction: Installations often encourage interaction and engagement, while paintings are typically observed passively.
In summary, while paintings use techniques to suggest light, installation art often involves real light sources, transforming viewers’ experiences and making light a central, physical element of the artwork.
How important is sunlight to you? Do you enjoy sunbathing? Why / Why not?
Sunlight is very important to me because it’s strongly connected to my mood and sense of happiness. When the sun is shining, I feel more energetic, positive, and motivated. Sunlight can lift my spirits and bring a sense of joy and warmth to the day.
I do enjoy sunbathing, but only in moderation. While it’s relaxing and makes me feel good, I’m careful not to overdo it because too much sun exposure can be dangerous for health. Balancing time in the sun allows me to enjoy its benefits while staying safe.
Solar panels. Why are solar panels safer, more profitable, more practical? Pros and cons of using solar panels. Renewable/nonrenewable resources (water,air and so on), emissions. nI which ways si solar power already being used? What are the possible advantages and disadvantages?• generating electricity • water heating• heating and air conditioning • charging electronic devices • lighting • transport
Why Solar Panels?
Solar panels are an increasingly popular choice because they offer a safe, clean, and sustainable way to produce energy. Unlike fossil fuels, solar energy doesn’t release harmful emissions, helping reduce air pollution and combat climate change. Solar energy is also renewable, meaning it relies on the sun—a limitless resource—rather than on finite fuels like coal or oil.
Pros and Cons of Using Solar panels
Pros:
• Environmental Benefits: Solar power produces no emissions, helping keep the air and water clean.
• Renewable Resource: Solar energy is limitless, unlike nonrenewable resources (like coal or natural gas) that can be depleted.
• Energy Independence: Reduces reliance on fossil fuels and decreases energy bills.
• Low Maintenance: Solar panels generally require minimal upkeep.
Cons:
• Initial Cost: Installing solar panels can be expensive.
• Weather-Dependent: Efficiency depends on sunlight availability, which can vary by location and season.
• Space Requirement: Solar panels need sufficient space for installation, especially for larger energy needs.
Current Uses of Solar Power
Solar power is already being widely used in:
• Generating Electricity: Solar panels power homes, buildings, and even large-scale grids.
• Water Heating: Solar energy heats water for residential and commercial use.
• Heating and Air Conditioning: Solar systems can help with indoor heating and cooling.
• Charging Electronic Devices: Solar chargers allow phones, tablets, and other devices to charge.
• Lighting: Solar lighting provides an eco-friendly alternative for outdoor areas.
• Transport: Solar-powered vehicles are being developed to reduce emissions in transportation.
Possible Advantages and Disadvantages
Advantages: Solar energy reduces greenhouse gas emissions, decreases utility costs, and is reliable in sunny climates. It also supports energy independence and sustainability.
Disadvantages: Solar power can be limited by weather, time of day, and space requirements, and initial costs can be high. However, technology improvements continue to make solar energy more efficient and accessible.
Talk about blind or partially sighted deaf or hard of hearing a wheelchair user people, point on: how feelings change when a person does not have one of the senses, what he feels, why there are excursions that show what it is like to be blind, what is their meaning, what a person can experience on this excursion
Understanding the Experiences of People with Sensory or Physical Disabilities
Living without one of the senses—such as sight, hearing, or mobility—deeply affects how people perceive the world. Each sense contributes to our understanding, emotions, and how we connect with others. When someone loses one of these senses, their experiences, feelings, and ways of interacting can change significantly.
How Feelings Change Without a Sense
For someone who is blind or partially sighted, the world becomes one of sounds, textures, and smells. Without visual input, they may feel vulnerable in unfamiliar places but also develop a stronger sense of hearing or touch to help navigate. Deaf or hard-of-hearing people, meanwhile, often rely on visual cues and touch, sometimes feeling isolated if others around them don’t know sign language. Wheelchair users experience the world differently, often feeling frustration when places aren’t accessible but developing resilience and creativity in navigating obstacles.
The Purpose of Sensory-Based Experiences
There are now special excursions, sometimes called “blind experiences” or “silent tours,” that give people with all their senses a chance to experience what it’s like to be without one. For example, in a blind experience, people navigate in complete darkness, relying only on their other senses. The purpose of these experiences is to increase empathy, helping participants understand the challenges and emotions that people with disabilities face daily.
What a Person Can Experience on Such an Excursion
During a blind experience, participants may feel disoriented, vulnerable, and a little fearful, but also discover heightened senses of smell, touch, and hearing. This allows them to understand how people without sight adapt and use other senses to compensate. This can be a powerful, eye-opening experience, building greater empathy and understanding.
In conclusion, such excursions provide valuable insight into the lives of people with sensory or physical disabilities, promoting understanding, inclusivity, and a deeper appreciation for our own abilities.
Speak about Ways of describing fear, what can we feel in the deep waters (active words: banged gasping blackness goggles blood lungs count crack roof shaking dizzy trembling drown fuss)
Describing Fear: Feelings in Deep Waters
Fear in deep waters can be overwhelming, as the sense of vulnerability grows with every passing second. In dark or unknown depths, even experienced swimmers may feel the instinctual panic of not knowing what lies below.
What We Feel in Deep Waters
In deep waters, the darkness beneath can feel like endless blackness, intensifying fear and uncertainty. The pressure of water around us might make us feel short of breath, gasping as our lungs struggle to stay calm.
If we go too deep, the water pressure can make our heads feel heavy and dizzy, while thoughts of drowning lurk, filling us with terror.
Physical Reactions to Fear
Our bodies respond to fear with a heightened sense of awareness. Muscles tense, and hands may start trembling as we try to navigate in unfamiliar waters. Heartbeats seem loud and fast, a rhythmic bang against the chest that feels uncontrollable. If our heads hit something, like a rock or roof of a cave, the pain and shock create an even stronger reaction.
The Psychological Impact
Fear in deep waters can make us hyper-aware of every sound, every shadow. Wearing goggles helps, but sometimes the vastness or the mystery of what we can’t see can be too much. The fear of drowning brings an urge to survive, making us count each breath, while our minds may fuss over every movement, every ripple. The thought of our own blood in the water, attracting danger, adds another layer to this intense fear.
In summary, the experience of fear in deep waters can be profound and instinctual, as it brings out physical reactions and mental tension, making us more aware of our own vulnerability and survival instincts.