Author Archives: vanessakarali

Curatorial Project

Posted on May 20, 2013 by vanessakarali

The Museum of Old and New things presents.. The Naked Truth: Mankind exposed through surveillance  While surveillance continues to serve a great purpose in the safety of society, it also is slowly burning down the walls that preserve our privacy. … Continue reading →

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Smart Phones

Posted on May 18, 2013 by vanessakarali

I could not imagine what the role of many digital platforms would be in this world if it were not for the smart phone.  Smart phones have opened up thousands of doors for innovative applications that simplify and entertain our … Continue reading →

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Cognitive Style of Tumblr

Posted on April 29, 2013 by vanessakarali

To many, Tumblr is known as a site popular to those who associate themselves with words such as “hipster”, “boho-chic”, and “artist”.

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Arcangel/Willats reading

Posted on April 29, 2013 by vanessakarali

I am constantly trying to connect communications with art beyond the idea of expression. Willat’s describes art practice as “a product of social relationships”.  

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Many Eyes Infographics with Megan Blust

Posted on April 22, 2013 by vanessakarali

 

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After Photoshop: Manipulated Photography in the Digital Age

Posted on April 21, 2013 by vanessakarali

Prior to the digital age, photography was a way for someone to recreate a feeling by capturing a frame of something they saw in the real world.  Nowadays, photography can be controlled and manipulated by an artist in order to … Continue reading →

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Emily White/David Lowery Reading Reponse

Posted on April 1, 2013 by vanessakarali

In all honesty, I am not totally sure the last time I actually paid for the music i listen to. With all the streaming platforms and abilities to download music “illegally,” i do not find much of a reason for … Continue reading →

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Mechanical Turk

Posted on April 1, 2013 by vanessakarali

Although working on a salary of 37 cents an hour is not what I would consider a practical job, Amazon’s Mechanical Turk is a website that has the potential to give opportunity to those looking to make some money.

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Review of Jason Salavon’s Control

Posted on March 4, 2013 by vanessakarali

When first entering Jason Salavon’s Control exhibit, many memories arose from the instillation set up in the south gallery.  I instantly began to think about the video game nights my family would have when my brother and I were younger.  … Continue reading →

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Mediated Interview with Terri Lask

Posted on February 25, 2013 by vanessakarali

The world of communication has been changed drastically by technology.  Today, everyone who communicates via technology seems to have different approach then when they disclose information verbally face to face.

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