Hi you guys! So I had a lot of fun on Thursday and overall I found it to be an exciting and educational experience. Normally, I'm honestly not the type to take much interest in ancient history, and so I was surprised to find how intriguing all the stories and showcases were. This event allowed me to look upon thousand year old ideas with a refreshing, modern point of view.
On the topic of Cylinder.us, I must say that the site is very well organized and is very clear. I think it's good for those who want to find out more about the projects surrounding the cylinder, and also explanations behind these projects.
As I said, overall, I really enjoyed the program. My favorite part was definitely the storytelling aspect of the program. The storytellers were enthusiastic, interesting, and extremely knowledgeable. I also especially liked the interactive parts of the program which included writing down messages for future generations. It's these kind of things that allow people to really feel like they are a part of the art, and not just passive observers.
I think that the Artists Drawing Club could potentially be something that teens would be interested in. However, as a student that attends a highly academically driven school, I don't think that teens would attend these events because it takes place on thursdays and extends late into the evening. Also, the Artists Drawing Club needs to be better advertised. This can be done by placing ads in school bulletins or distributing flyers at schools.
(sorry! i don't have a picture this time, my phone camera is so unreliable. I'll be sure to bring my legit camera tomorrow!!)
-Marisa