2. In the African Art video, I learned how important art is to their daily lives. Art is in their utensils, homes, dress, hairstyles, and their traditional rituals. In their rituals, masks and statues, as well as dance, are all art influenced. Unlike the perceptual style of art that is often found in Europe, Africans use the conceptual style. This style is based in the imagination and expresses an inner set of ideas. I alos learned how important symbolism is to them. In the Hindusim video, I learned about Varanasi. It's considered the holiest city of Hindisum. This religion believes in the idea of life, death and then rebirth. The great river Ganges is where people go to remit there sins until they receive liberation. Although Hindusim doesn't focus on a specific place to worship, because they worship anywhere, their temples are very elaborate and decorative. I also learned that a key principle is to let go of things since you will not be able to keep those things forever. I totally agree with that principle.
3. These videos definitely relate to the readings because chapter 18 goes into great detail about Africa and its art influence on its culture. It specially talks about masks and how important those are in their rituals and that exactly what the African Art video talked about. Chapter 19 ties in with the Hindusim video perfectly and how their gods influenced their art. Figure 19.8 is of the Kandariya temple that was shown in the video.
4. I really enjoyed both videos, but they also disturbed me a little. However, it was informative for me and gave me a real look into their cultures which is something I appreciate.
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