Museums can be overwhelming. With thousands of pieces there, how do you know which to focus on? And once you see a piece you like, how do you interact with it? Here is some advice on how to have a meaningful connection when you look at art.
Get up close and personal.
Stand back. Next, take a few steps back, stand in the center — and observe what’s happening in the big picture. What’s going on in the piece?
Look at it from an angle. Then try looking at an artwork from its sides, because you might catch something you might not have seen straight on. If it’s something like The Ambassadors by Holbein at The National Gallery in London, and if you stand to the side, you’ll see something that from front on looks very different.
Move your body. If you’re looking at a painting, you can take a finger to the air and trace the outline of the figure or the movement of the brushstrokes.
Consider the subject of the art. That can have a profound effect on how you feel about the work and perhaps you can learn something from it. Take the example of Andrew Wyeth’s famous painting, Christina’s World, which depicts (描绘) a girl with a muscle disease crawling across a field to get to her home in the distance. The painting personifies (体现) determination.
| A．So just keep an open mind. |
| B．What have they gone through? |
| C．When you stand to the side, it changes. |
| D．How are the figures in the piece arranged? |
| E．We have the luxury of seeing the real thing at a museum. |
| F．When looking at sculptures, try the poses with your body. |
| G．It can in a way relieve your stress to know we have this inner strength. |
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【推荐1】Flowers We Love Photo Contest
TERM
Flowers We Love Photo Contest is an annual contest that takes place during spring. This year’s Flowers We Love Photo Contest begins on April 15, 2023 and ends on August 30, 2023 at 11:59 pm. The purpose of the contest is to inspire people to pay attention to their surroundings and find out the beauty of life around them.
ELIGIBILITY(资格)
Flowers We Love Photo Contest is open to all amateur and professional photographers. Participants must be between the ages of 18 to 50.
REQUIREMENTS
Follow all requirements carefully to prevent disqualification.
·Required information, including name , address, telephone number, email address, and photo caption (说明文字) must be provided.
·There is no limit on the number of entries per person. Each entry must comply (遵从) with our term and official rule.
·The photographs need not be taken with a digital camera; scans of negatives or photographic prints are acceptable.
·All digital files must be 20 megabytes or smaller, must be in JPEG or jpg format.
·Photographs must have been taken within two years before the date of entry.
JUDGING
Photo Contest entries will be judged based on whether the content is creative and genuine. Judging will be conducted by editors at Artcentron.
1. What’s the purpose of the contest?| A．To help people learn more about flowers. |
| B．To encourage people to discover the beauty of life. |
| C．To improve people’s skills in photography. |
| D．To make people get ready for the coming of spring. |
| A．A 30-year-old photographer. |
| B．A 17-year-old student. |
| C．A 55-year-old worker. |
| D．A 60-year-old retired teacher. |
| A．Emailing a 30 megabytes photo. |
| B．Sending 20 photos as entries. |
| C．Using your phone to take pictures. |
| D．Submitting photos taken within one year. |
【推荐2】ATENEUM
FINNISH NATIONAL GALLERY
Helene Schjerfbeck
2019.11.15－2020.4.26
The exhibition describes how Helene became Helene, and how a talented student grew into one of the most influential artists in our history. The exhibition focuses specifically on Helene’s years of travel, during which she stayed in Paris, Pont-Aven in northern France, Fiesole in Italy, and St Ives in England at the end of the 19th century.
Natalia Goncharova
2020.2.27－2020.5.17
Natalia Goncharova is known as a central figure in Russian avant-garde(先锋派) art. The exhibition offers a comprehensive view of the artist’s work from the first four decades of the 20th century. The exhibition continues the work done by the Ateneum in appreciating women artists, examples of which are the Alice Neel exhibition, held in the summer of 2016, and exhibitions by female Finnish artists.
Inspiration－Contemporary Art & Classics
2020.6.18－2020.9.20
How have international contemporary artists been inspired by the classics of European art? And why is it these works, in particular, that have become known around the world? “Inspiration” presents art that draws inspiration from masterpieces, created by today’s most interesting contemporary artists. In the exhibition, the original works are referenced through replicas(复制品)，prints, plaster casts(石膏模型) and so on.
Magnus Enckell
2020.10.23－2021.1.26
The painter Magnus Enckell is known especially as a representative of Finnish symbolism. Enckell’s best known works include The Awakening and The Faun, which are part of the Ateneum collection. The Ateneum exhibition represents the first comprehensive show of all of the artist’s works.
1. What can we know about the exhibition lasting less than 3 months?| A．It presents works by a female artist. |
| B．It is being held for the second time. |
| C．It focuses on talented students’ works. |
| D．It shows all the works housed in the Ateneum. |
| A．They are highly unique and original. |
| B．They are world-famous and invaluable. |
| C．They are new interpretations of the classics. |
| D．They are mainly created by European artists. |
| A．Helene Schjerfbeck. | B．Natalia Goncharova. |
| C．Alice Neel. | D．Magnus Enckell. |
【推荐3】Ancient Chinese folk paintings and many other art styles have been passed down from generation to generation, and are still practised in different parts of China. Here’s a look at four unique Chinese folk art forms.
Chinese Opera (戏剧) is the traditional form of Chinese drama. According to incomplete statistics, in China’s various ethnic regions there are about more than 360 kinds of operas. The most famous ones include Peking Opera, Kunqu Opera, Yueju Opera, Yuju Opera, Sichuan Opera, Fujian Opera, Hebei opera, Huangmei Opera arid so on, in total more than 50, among which Peking Opera is the most popular in China.
Shadow Play (皮影戏) dates back to Western Han Dynasty in Shaanxi more than 1000 years ago. The moving figures, usually carved out from leather, are operated by folk artists, accompanied by music and singing. It is the world’s first dubbed (配音的) motion picture art form, thus considered the "ancestor" of modern film. Today this art form is still popular in northern China.
Paper-cutting (剪纸) is one of the most popular traditional decorative arts in China with a long history. Paper-cutting can be seen across China and it has even developed into different local genres (流派). They are usually used to decorate gates and windows during festivals.
The Kite was invented by Chinese people. According to legend the earliest kite in China was a wooden bird by Mo Di in the Eastern Zhou dynasty. Later his student Lu Ban improved the tech and used bamboo as material to make a kite. Today, various kite-flying activities can be found in different regions of China. Shandong Weifang Kite Festival is held every year and attracts lots of kite lovers and travelers.
1. Which Chinese Opera is the most popular in China?| A．Peking Opera. | B．Kunqu Opera. |
| C．Yueju Opera. | D．Yuju Opera. |
| A．Different local genres. |
| B．Traditional decorative pictures. |
| C．Paper-cutting art works. |
| D．Popular Chinese handwriting. |
| A．Paper. | B．Wood. |
| C．Bamboo. | D．Leather. |
| A．Chinese folk art. | B．Chinese folk paintings. |
| C．Chinese operas. | D．Chinese folk plays. |
【推荐1】With the expected firework (烟花) displays, pet owners know the holiday can be somewhat hard for their pet friends. In many areas, it is legal to light fireworks a few days before, on the holiday, and a few days after.
Bring all pets indoors whenever neighborhood is likely to set off fireworks. Secure dogs in a room, close windows and curtains, and play loud music or turn on the television to drown out the frightening sounds. Some experts even suggest playing a war movie to mix the sound from the TV with the sounds from outside.
Keep pets away from bright fireworks at all times, including your own backyard.
Ensure that pets are wearing current identification tags, and make sure your correct contact information is recorded with the vet clinic or shelter.
Remember what to do if your pet does go missing over the holiday.
Everyone has been through a lot in such a special period, so being kind and I compassionate in addition to protecting our pets is a good way to celebrate a holiday!
| A．Keep looking and don’t give up. |
| B．The fireworks can be quite unfriendly. |
| C．Keep these things in mind for your pets. |
| D．Some pets will run after the bright moving objects. |
| E．Plan ahead for those dogs who are extremely anxious. |
| F．The following tips can be helpful to keep pets safe around the holiday. |
| G．Contact local animal shelters immediately and keep checking back. |
I’m a Senior 1 student in a middle school. This term, my favourite teacher, Miss Mao, no longer teaches us. I want to see her, but I’m afraid that she no longer likes me and I don’t want to trouble her. I really miss her. What should I do?
Tian Yan
Dear Tian Yan,
It’s bad luck that you have lost your favourite teacher. But, if she is still in your school, nothing can stop you going to see her. When she isn’t busy, ask her if she minds having a quick chat. You can then tell her she was your favourite teacher. Everyone is happy to know they are liked!
If she has left the school, it will be more difficult to meet her. It will be hard, but remember people always come and go in our lives. We can’t depend on them being with us all the time.
You may be sad to say goodbye to her, but we can remember and learn from her. Think of her best qualities.
You could also try looking for similar qualities in your other teachers. Study hard and give your new teacher a chance. In time, you might start to see that he or she has different qualities to learn from.
Finally, you can not completely depend on other people getting you through your studies, or even your life.
Editor
1. Tian Yan ______.| A．is a troublemaker | B．likes Miss Mao very much |
| C．is happy these days | D．doesn’t like to tell her secret to anyone |
| A．Find a time to see Miss Mao. | B．Have a short chat with Miss Mao. |
| C．Tell Miss Mao she likes her. | D．Keep quiet about the thing. |
| A．over a period of time | B．on time |
| C．at the right time | D．a long time ago |
| A．completely by their favourite teachers | B．completely by their favourite classmates |
| C．mainly by their parents | D．mainly by themselves |
【推荐3】NEED A GOOD ADVENTURE
Adventures expand our world by allowing us to engage with (与……互动) ourselves and others in a new way. Ready for your adventure?
Start small
Pick a manageable activity you can do soon—this weekend—close to your home. This will break your inactivity and help you buildup to bigger adventures.
Change how you view anxiety
Research from Harvard University shows that people who interpreted their nervousness about activities such as karaoke singing and public speaking as excitement enjoyed the experiences more and performed better than those who tried to press down their anxiety.
Use your imagination
You may picture the worst-case scene: Say you want to go on a hike but are worried you’ll become lost, hurt or too exhausted to get home. Next, you should imagine the best-case scene: The beautiful view, the fun you’ll have, and your sense of accomplishment afterward.
Think of it as an uplift talk. Start by addressing your fear, “I know you’re nervous. This is normal because you’re leaving your comfort zone.” Then write about the skills you have and the past experiences that went well. The point is to ensure your feelings and remind yourself that even though you feel nervous, you can handle this.
Relax about the result
If you could do this whole thing perfectly, it would not be the adventure you’re looking for. Remember: Whatever happens, it should make a good story.
| A．Here’s some advice |
| B．Write yourself a letter |
| C．Don’t blame other people |
| D．Your cultural backgrounds may give you a spirit of adventure |
| E．This changed their fear into an opportunity mindset (思维模式) |
| F．Imagining how fun it will be to tell your friends about your adventurous story later |
| G．Taking gradual steps teaches your brain that the experience is not as bad as you expected |
