The Convoluted Muse

A painting by Mark Rothko set a world record yesterday at Sotheby’s. New York Magazine, online edition, features an article describing the record-breaking sale. According to this article the Rothko painting was sold at auction by David Rockefeller.

In the spring of 2006 I took an Art History course in college. It was typical in that it was a survey course and most of the students enrolled in the class did so to obtain the required credits towards an Associates Degree. This was furthered strengthened by the opportunity to obtain IS credits (Interdisciplinary Studies) as well. I went into the class not expecting too much from it as my impression of art was that it existed as a medium for the wealthy.

A few days ago I was able to enjoy a real pleasure: seeing children “light up”. No, its not what you think. They weren’t smoking substances of any kind they were doing something much more interesting and fulfilling: painting.

I have been thinking lately about different types of content for The Convoluted Muse and what material to include. My brainstorming process has produced a couple of interesting ideas. The first of these I wish to incorporate within “The Convoluted Muse”, is a series of reviews. These reviews will cover various weblogs I visit and/or “blog-mark” in my cyber journey through the blogging community.