Art

Finding a Kindred Soul in The Thinker
As my eyes gaze upon the contemplative presence within the garden, I am overcome with a sense of peace and belonging. This beautiful statue portrays an affliction that once left me feeling like an outcast. The artist has brought beauty to a concept that most thought could not be seen.
By Genevieve2 years ago in Critique
The Kiss. Runner-Up in Critique Challenge.
Shimmering strokes of gold falls downward into a patch of colorful wildflowers. Evoking the essence of admiration and joy, the mundanity of a kiss is brought into an extraordinary light. These complex figures are intertwined in an act of love. Sitting besides a steep cliff. But is their love reciprocal?
By KB2 years ago in Critique
Mona Lisa
Enigmatic and monumental, with a subtle modeling of form, of both the face and hands, complete with an unreal, illusory atmosphere. Rendered in soft and sensual tones, she smiles in a homely yet seductive way. Her knowing, inviting eyes seem to follow you, no matter where you go. Che bello.
By Liam Ireland2 years ago in Critique
A Critique of Vocal . Top Story - August 2023.
Vocal is a platform for people to create and share their work and be rewarded for reads with bonuses as well as getting rewards for entering and succeeding in writing challenges.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 2 years ago in Critique
Music
I'd love more Autistic-centered movies. Just not like this one. A badly-researched, poorly-executed sensory nightmare, Sia claimed "Music" was Autism-centered for Activist!Points, when it was actually full of racist&ableist stereotypes.
By Natasja Rose2 years ago in Critique
Nintendo Switches “Stray Gods”
”Strays Gods The Roleplaying Musical” for Nintendo Switch is a masterpiece of an animated, roleplaying “choose your own ending” game that will have you falling in love with a fresh take on Greek Mythology. The music is so artfully written and it’ll have you singing song while you are playing!
By Hope Martin2 years ago in Critique
Nothing Compares
The documentary Nothing Compares is about the late singer Sinéad O'Connor. The film narrates her saddest life experiences and how they informed her artistry and activism. Sinéad got it! All the sadness within her pointed to society's shroud over evil. This story shows the influence music can have on humanity.
By Riah the Writer2 years ago in Critique
Assassin’s Creed
Nothing is true. Everything is permitted. Not dogma but instead a revelation, those who came before leads Desmond on, don't give away your freedom cries Ezio. A brotherhood meant to serve the light. Seek the truth for yourself, requiescat in pace. The best games are with Altaïr and Ezio Auditore.
By Jazzy 2 years ago in Critique
You Suffer by Napalm Death
It may be considered something of a joke by Napalm Death, but how much better an example of how important and impactful brevity can you get than a song with 4 words and lasts precisely 1.316 seconds. "You suffer, but why" sums up so much about the whole human experience.
By Paul Stewart2 years ago in Critique
Jagged Little Pill
A woman scorned makes for one powerful songwriter. Some do therapy, others create multi-platinum selling albums. Alanis takes us sailing through her emotional tempest, revealing tumultuous waves on tracks like You Oughta Know and finding eye of the storm tranquility in Perfect.
By Kayleigh Fraser ✨2 years ago in Critique
Life's Too Good
Bjork hit my ears a year ahead of this. Shock and awe work in context. This is one of the most unusual debuts I have ever heard. A rock-pop-punk group from a distant world that felt like its own planet.
By Kendall Defoe 2 years ago in Critique
The Giving Tree
The Giving Tree is all we need. It will make you laugh and cry. It will make your heart bleed. Published in 1964. Forever a work we will adore. Not many words. Not many needed. When we learned to care for a tree. We learned more than we ever needed.
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in Critique