Reflecting back to the day of Wednesday December the 9th I would have to say I rather enjoyed it. What was so special about it, Altenburg’s field trip! Teaching culture and history, Art seems to speak to everyone. It tells a story of ones experiences or dreams. Altenburg, knowing most of us wouldn’t be able to see the big picture; he taught us various skills to prepare us for the trip. First we needed to be able to see the plot. In turn we learned the hero’s journey so were able to identify the different steps in ones path. With that recognized we would have to be able to analyze it. Archetype elements quickly show you hidden meanings you have been blind to before. They are elements used world-wide so it’s good information to know. Our last step of preparation was finding out our individual archetype. This helped us by giving us a deeper understanding of archetypes by applying it to something familiar. We created t-shirts with our notes and archetypes to refer to while were at the museum.
Venturing off to the museum, mentally prepared, we await some of the world’s greatest pieces. I believe the most amazing thing about the museum is the fact that hundreds of years ago one man stood in front of the same paper as you are today, frustrated creating this majestic work that is cherished world-wide. My favorite part about the trip was the Rembrandt section. I see much importance in this trip because it allows kids to broaden there horizons to a finer art. It teaches us a great sense appreciation. Altenburg should continue to keep bringing his senior class on this trip.The experience it teaches is completely priceless.
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