Assignment task:
Reflect: To recall, ponder, and communicate
Inquire: To seek information and/or provide ideas through questioning
Suggest: To introduce ideas for improvement of current iteration
Elevate: To raise to a higher degree or purpose of future iterations
Dali, Salvador. The Persistence of Memory. 1931, The Museum of Modern Art, New York
"The Persistence of Memory" by Salvador Dali is a surrealist painting that features a dreamlike landscape with melting clocks draped over various objects. The colors are muted and dreamy, with a surreal and almost otherworldly quality. The style is characterized by its use of unexpected images and contrast and distortions of reality. The images of the melting clocks, barren landscape, and strange creatures create sense of unease and mystery.
As I observed the painting over three minutes, I noticed the intricate details of the melting clocks and the subtle shadows that added depth to the scene. I also began to see the hidden faces and figures within the landscape that I hadn't noticed at first glance. The longer I looked, the more I appreciated the complexity and depth of the painting.
In my current situation, I can relate to the sense of time slipping away and the surreal feeling of uncertainty. The distorted and dreamlike quality of the painting reflects the disorientation and unpredictability I'm experiencing. The barren landscape also mirrors the feeling of isolation and introspection that I'm going through.
The painting reveals opportunities for a solution by reminding me to embrace the fluidity of time and to find beauty in the unexpected. It encourages me to explore new perspectives and to accept the transient nature of life. Based on this insight, I can take the next steps by embracing change and seeking inspiration from unconventional sources to navigate my current situation.