Jessica Covert
UMASS Lowell
Other
: BLA
I am a UMASS Lowell student and am working on completing my BLA. With my degree in Liberal Arts, I have studied many different subjects, from general studies, and my two concentrations of English, and Psychology to art, computer's, women's studies, and philosophy to name a few. I have a strong interest in Art History, as art supplements and depicts human nature and the soul. In art, we can see who we really are, and where we have come from. We can see that we are not ever alone, but connected on a cosmic level. Art from years past, is the portal into which we can see the time periods of our ancestors and everyone who has thought and lived before us. There are so many themes in art, as in life, and I hope my collection serves to best highlight one of them. Enjoy!
Jessica Covert's collections
Music and Dance in Visual Art
<p>Music and dance have always been an integral part of life. They serve to unite and harmonize people, and inspire our lives. There are many types of music and dance, some of which are highlighted in this collection. You will see cultures from the Egyptians, Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Middle Ages, Renaissance, Rococco, Harlem Renaissance. Types of dance such as the Flamenco dance. Mid-twentieth century musicians such as Elvis Presley, and The Beatles. To modern day music and dance events such as, Coachella Music Festival. There are many purposes and reasons why people dance, with each type of dance either exhibiting a message, a communion with God, or simply imparting inspiration, therapy, happiness, and a way to simply express themselves and give life to their soul or come together as a social experience. Visual images such as these, have given us knowledge that dancing has existed for all of human existence and has played an integral part in connecting humankind together. You will learn of the many types of dance and ritual they were involved, along with the music which was so important for any dance to occur. Music served to enlighten and lift people's spirits, or show them the depths of their soul. It has always had the power to change how a person feels, or move them emotionally in one way or another. Music and dance combined can serve to evolve people time in and again. They are a way to channel into higher gods or into our higher selves. When people participate in these kinds of rituals, it not only brings them together, but bonds and teaches us that there is not only an endless amount of beauty but great depths that we can travel and transcend social barriers. Music and dance are two of the ways in which our human race has advanced forward, all while connecting to the very essence of our beings, and giving us fun, laughter, elevation, and meaning. I hope many people can enjoy this collection, particularly people from the ages of middle school and up. I hope it can supplement many types of learning and anyone else who may be interested in learning more about who we are and what makes us live and grow spiritually. </p>
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