Academic papers on Art & Architecture

Changing Contractor Relationships in the UK Construction Industry
The need for change in the UK construction industry was recognised in the document Rethinking Construction by Sir John Egan. This paper considers the implications for contractual obligations, relationships and dispute resolution. The bibliography...
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The Art of Henri Matisse
A 3 page paper which examines several works by the French artist (1869-1954), who was one of the founders of the Fauvism Expressionist movement of the early twentieth century. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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THE LIFE AND WORKS OF ANSEL ADAMS
This 3 page paper discusses the work and life of photographer Ansel Adams. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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ALFRED HITCHCOCK AND FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT
This 3 page paper discusses the lives and accomplishments of two innovators of the twentieth century: Alfred Hitchcock and Frank Lloyd Wright. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Climbing the El Castillo Pyramid
A 3 page paper which examines what one could gain or experience through visiting the Mayan ruins in Chichen Itza and climbing to the top of the El Castillo pyramid. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Culture and Society: The Message Sent by Gods and Monsters
This 6 page paper looks at the film Gods and Monsters, as well as the debate in society in respect to high culture. The difference between high culture and pop culture is explored. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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THE NUTS AND BOLTS OF SEARS TOWER
This 4-page paper examines the structural aspects of the Sears Tower in Chicago, Illinois, including the foundation, steel and weight. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Comparing and Contrasting the Concepts Used in Golf Course Designs
This is a 4 page paper comparing and contrasting the concepts used in golf course designs. Examples include Pebble Beach and Augusta National. The designs of golf courses have changed a great deal over the last century and a half. Original golf...
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The Greek Parthenon: An Overview
A 5 page paper which provides an overview of the Greek Parthenon. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Manet
A 3 page paper which discusses Manet
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THE CUMMER MUSEUM OF ART
This 3 page paper discusses the gardens outside of the Cummer Art Museum in Jacksonville, Florida. A brief mention is made of the art inside the building as well as some of the history of the former owners. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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The Counter Cultures of the 1960s
This 11 page paper explores counter culture in the 1960s with a focus on how various disciplines treat the time period. History, art history and music are three areas discussed in depth. The mainstream culture is also looked at. Bibliography...
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EITNER
This 6-page paper is a discussion about Lorenz Eitner's book,19th Century of European Painting. The focus of the paper is on the author's bias in terms of material presentation.
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The Art of the Mogao Caves
This 3 page report discusses the Buddhist paintings in the Mogao caves of the Dunhuang region of China. The fact that the caves were "founded" where they were was directly related to the existence of what has come to be known as the fabled "Silk...
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David Alfaro Siqueiros's "Echo of a Scream" and Peter Blume's "The Eternal City"
This 5 page report discusses two paintings created in the 1930's. Mexican artist David Alfaro Siqueiros's "Echo of a Scream" is a dark and disturbing depiction of suffering and anguish. Peter Blume's "The Eternal City" is a complicated and...
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