Monday Response to Lecture

So, i just decided on art as my major as so far I have thoroughly enjoyed the classes. Last year when I took Art 1C, Kip was a guest speaker and his was probably my favorite lecture. That is why when I saw he was teaching this class, I jumped at the opportunity to sign up. Art and Life are two extremely broad subjects so it is hard to decipher exactly what we will be doing. Yesterday's (or today I suppose) lecture seemed like a good intro into the class. I just took Art 1A where we were given numerous visual examples, so I'm glad that Kip utilized the same format. The use of contemporary and entertaining visuals helps me understand the subject more clearly. The only thing I am confused about thus far is taking notes. I found that it is difficult, especially in art classes, to figure out what to write down. Art in itself, is obviously more visual and hands-on so as of now I feel that going to lecture and actively participating will be enough for me to remember each class. In the past, participation has been my downfall only because I shy away from speaking up. Although it scares me, I hope that I can break this habit because as far as I can tell, I have no choice.