In regards to the blue poster board, my thoughts was that I would make a simple poster board and use the pictures as talking points. When giving presentations I usually choose talking points (bullet points/lists) rather than typing up an entire speech due to the extemporaneous style of speaking. While the blue poster may be a bit boring on the eyes it is my hope that the painting below would make up for the blue talking points at the beginning of my presentation. One of the things that really struck me during the presentation was the reactions to the painting. I have shown a few in secret the painting and they have been absolutely blown away by the work. This may be due to them having a familiarity with the style that was used. However, when I have shown students on campus the painting, I have received mixed reactions. Either students really like it or they simply shrug their shoulders and provide the generic compliment. I have thought about this and I suppose I take comfort in the two facts that I have never taken an art class and that there are paintings in museums that I simply shrug my shoulders and move on. Art is unique and the individuals reactions are unique as well.
Overall it was a great semester, great class, and I look forward to continuing my research in the realm of women's literature. Next up? I plan to complete George Eliot's "Middle March," Bronte's "Wuthering Heights," and Eleanor Catton's "The Luminaries."
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