January 12, 2007

gathering images


Yesterday, you created a resource folder in your Internet Favorites to collect 15 - 20 helpful sites that explore the body, mind and soul of your chosen country's people. Today, I ask you to search for images that will later serve as visual cues to further your work.

TODAY'S CREATIVITY CHALLENGE:

Do a Google Image search specifically looking for unique architecture of your chosen country.

(If you've never done an image search, just go to google.com, type in your chosen country phrase such as "Nepal Architecture" or perhaps use a city such as "Kathmandu Architecture" and then click on Images instead of the Search button)

How do the buildings and structures establish a cultural identity? What are the colors, shapes and forms commonly used? How do the buildings reflect their purpose? How do the streets and infrastructure enhance or detract from the aesthetic of the city? Is nature incorporated or denied?

Find 10 - 15 images of the common architectural elements found in your country.

Find 5 images of unusual, elaborate or special buildings found in your chosen country.

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