The Maya people are a civilization that began around 2000BC in Mesoamerica. The early Maya natives are recognized for their architecture, art, mathematics, astronomy and written language. They had strong religious beliefs and rituals. To this day large populations of Maya descendants continue to live in the Maya region of Mesoamerica where they continue to maintain many of those same traditions, beliefs and speak the native Maya language. Maya Woman Figurine from Jaina,.

Reflecting on Art, Music, and Theather throughout Time. Hama Goro and the Bogolan Technique. These two paintings were created while Goro was visiting Europe. He felt alone and it is shown through his work. What I particularly admire about these paintings is their colors. The dark and bland browns and blacks go well together. I would have also liked to feel the tex.

The Chinese palatial architecture is one with distinct lines and attributes. The raised corners of the roofs are the first thing that catches my eye. These traits were typical of temples and palaces, but could also be found on the homes of the wealthy. Mortise and tenon, similar to dovetailing, were used to connect the large timbers that created the spans and load bearing posts. Second, the building was assembled without the use of any nails, and it has lasted almost.

And was produced by a Lebanese artist named Marwan Sahmarani in 2011. The artist used different types of media such as ink and varnish on regular paper. In seeing this I was drawn in by the different shapes and colors. Lalla Essaydi grew up in .

This mask was created between 1920 and 1940 by either the Betsi or Ntumu group. They were located in Gabon along the Ogooue River. It is made of wood with pigment for the details. It is characterized as a four-faced helmet mask.

Painting below, it shows three women who are in deep thought over a future they can not change. The same contemplative look seems to be on the faces of the women in. I love the soft, pastel color choices, and how she seems to capture a moment in both. She truly loved her country, and expressed it through her work.