Ancient Manuscripts EDLD 5366

I chose to critique the ancient manuscript called "Ramayana".  After reviewing the illustrations in the book, I was really impressed by the color variations used to depict scenes.  Within each picture, the colors used to for the object of importance was in contrast with the background colors.
The contrast principle was represented by the background color in relation to objects thats were important.  If the background was a light color, the important object was a dark color and vice versa.
The repetition principle was represented by the side profile illustration of the people. 
The alignment principle was observed by the placement of the people.  It seems they were drawn larger and placed close to the center of the page.
The proximity principle was observed by the placement of the people right next to each other. 
To stress the importance of the manuscripts, the original documents were inlaid into heavy paper and bound together into three handsome goatskin covers that were gilded.

Week 5 Reflection

This is the final week of class and it seem liked it just started.  This week I had a chance to reflect on the whole action research process.  The assignment this week wanted me to reflect on all of the different aspects of the class and what I felt about them.  Throughout the class the discussion boards were very helpful along with the blogs.  I appreciated the responses I received when I had any questions or concerns.  The class members and professors have been very helpful and supportive.  I also liked the text that we used as a resource to guide our research.  It was clear and readable.  The text had excellent templates and graphic organizers that could be used to support our research.
Hopefully the supportive communication will continue into the next class.  It has been very helpful.