Laugh while you learn: The History of English in Ten Minutes

This is a subtitled version of the original videos which can be found here. To turn on/off the subtitles, please press the 'CC' button under the image in full-screen mode. Enjoy!

Pioneering experiments: Man Ray's 'Rayographs'

Man Ray (American, 1890-1976) produced his first photograms—cameraless works made by placing objects and other materials on photosensitive paper—after he came to Paris in 1921.

Though he claimed that he discovered the technique through an accident in the darkroom, it seems likely that his exploration was prompted by fellow artist Tristan Tzara, who brought to Paris some of Christian Schad’s earlier experiments with the medium in Switzerland.

Man Ray dubbed the results of his efforts “Rayographs”—a play on his name, but also a twist on the roots of the word “photograph,” meaning “light-writing.” Tzara proclaimed them “pure Dada creations.”

Street Photography Do's and Don'ts

In this video Kai gives a few tips on some "Do's and Don'ts" when doing Street Photography, with some illustrations....
 
Photos:
http://www.digitalrev.com/album?id=2381483
 
See also: 5 Tips for Street Photography Beginners
http://www.digitalrev.com/article/5-tips-for-street-photography/MjUxMTQwOQ_A_A

European language levels - Self Assessment

In order to self assess your English skills according to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for Languages, you should follow the link below and spend some time determining your level.

Not only will this help you fill in your CV more accurately, but also allow you to have a more comprehensive understanding of both your achievements and limitations as far as your English skills are concerned.

http://europass.cedefop.europa.eu/en/resources/european-language-levels-cefr

TED Talks on Photography

Erik Johansson: Impossible photography (6:22): Erik Johansson creates realistic photos of impossible scenes -- capturing ideas, not moments. In this witty how-to, the Photoshop wizard describes the principles he uses to make these fantastical scenarios come to life, while keeping them visually plausible.

David Griffin: How photography connects us (17:04): The photo director for National Geographic, David Griffin knows the power of photography to connect us to our world. In a talk filled with glorious images, he talks about how we all use photos to tell our stories.

Taryn Simon photographs secret sites (18:50): Taryn Simon exhibits her startling take on photography -- to reveal worlds and people we would never see otherwise. She shares two projects: one documents otherworldly locations typically kept secret from the public, the other involves haunting portraits of men convicted for crimes they did not commit.

Edward Burtynsky: Manufactured landscapes (35:11):  Accepting his 2005 TED Prize, photographer Edward Burtynsky makes a wish: that his images - stunning landscapes that document humanity's impact on the world - help persuade millions to join a global conversation on sustainability. Burtynsky presents a riveting slideshow of his photographs, which show vividly how industrial development is altering the Earth's natural landscape. From mountains of tires to rivers of bright orange waste from a nickel mine, his images are simultaneously beautiful and horrifying.

Project Assignment

Follow the link below to learn about your project assignment for this module.

Welcome!

In this blog you will find resources, materials and information concerning the subjects learned in your English lessons. I hope you enjoy while you learn.