Thomas Nast is a cartoonist and caricaturist that was born on September 27th, 1840. He has created many cartoons and images that represent multiple things. He is considered to be “The Father of the American Cartoon”. Some notable works of his are that he created the modern world Santa Claus, and he created the political symbol of the elephant for the republican party (GOP). Thomas Nast is important because he created many drawings and cartoons for the public, he created some of the most famed things around like Santa Claus, and many of is drawings turned out to be very famous for many different reasons. Thomas Nast was born in Landau, Germany and grew up there until he turned six, where he moved to New York City. His father actually joined
His father John was a shoe salesman who had a taste for alcohol (Bosch). He had one older brother named Neil. His mother Nelle nicknamed him Dutch as a child. Reagan’s family moved around a lot when he was young before finally choosing to settle in the town where he was born. They moved to Dixon, Illinois when he was a teenager.
At the start of World War II, his father was sent away, captured by Germans, and didn’t return until the war’s end.
United States, was born in Caldwell, New Jersey on March 18, 1837. He was the
Nathaniel Dett was born in Drummondville, Ontario on October 11, 1882. The mother of Nat was Charlotte Washington Dett, and Robert T. Dett was his father. Nathaniel mother was a native of Drummondville and his dad lived in the United States his entire life. The family moved to New York City in the year of 1893. He was one of many Black composers, in fact he was the first Black composer. Nathaniel was very diverse he was a composer, choral director, organist and pianist. In the event that he started playing the piano at the age of 5 years old, but actually started playing at his church at the age of 14 which explains why he is so advanced.
In 1913 the Himmler family moved to Landshut, which was a town located about forty miles Northeast of Munich. (www.ushmm.org) During this time Himmler was in school. Himmler left high school to reach his dream. Himmler’s dream was to become and officer on the front line. However his father was reluctant for him to go, he still allowed Himmler to use his connections to get into training.
“An illustration is a visual editorial - it 's just as nuanced. ” or at least Charles M. Blow says. In all actuality, what would the world be without illustrations? As ironic as it may sound, the world would be flat without 2-dimensional illustrations. Illustrations bring more context to the world around us as styles and aesthetic expectations evolve. From cave paintings to Google’s Material Design, humanity has made many innovations in art and design. Thomas Nast deserves a spot in history for his contributions to aesthetic progress. Thomas Nast has made the world a much more aesthetically pleasing world with his revolution to integrate illustrations in media. His revolution ultimately created a more ethical world with his opposition against
immigrants. He was born in the Wax-haws region which is on the border of North and South
Leonard Bernstein was born on August 25, 1918 in Lawrence, Massachusetts, the son of Russian-Jewish immigrants. Leonard's father, Samuel immigrated to America in 1908 at the age of sixteen from the Russian province of Volhynia where he came from a long line of rabbis. (Gradenwitz 1987: 20)
He was born in the German town of Bonn on the 16th of December 1770. His grandfather Ludwig and his father Johann were both musicians. Johann was to act as little Ludwig's first music teacher, but Ludwig soon changed to the court organist C. G. Neefe. Passing eleven years of age, Ludwig deputized for Neefe, and at twelve had his first music published. He then stayed as Neefe's assistant until 1787, when at seventeen, he took off for Vienna. Even though Vienna was to be his home for the rest of his life, this first visit was short. On hearing that his mother was dying, he quickly returned to Bonn. Five years later he finally moved to Vienna to live and work.
“Draco Invictus,” the troops of the Midrealm shout loud and clear as their king leads them into battle. Dressed in full armor, carrying shields and weapons, each warrior has been honing his fighting skills for the past year. A castle looms in the background and the camps of the troops can be seen in the distance. Scattered about, lords and ladies, nobles and peasants of all ages look on, as their friends and loved ones march into the fray. This sounds like a storybook tale from times long ago, but it is 2017 and the festivities are taking place, as they do every summer, at a campsite in western Pennsylvania. This is the Pennsic War, the largest annual event held by the Society for Creative Anachronism. Who are these people? What exactly are
When you think of comic books, what do you think of? If you were to ask your parents they would probably tell you Superman or Spiderman, maybe even Batman or Wonder Woman. Some might mention something more, something that appears to be a comic book, but once opened is revealed to be a work of literary genius; a comic such as Watchmen, or perhaps even V for Vendetta. An author and artist of renowned recognition and admiration wrote both masterpieces.
8Erich Fromm was born in 1900 in Frankfurt, Germany. His father was a business man and, according to Erich, rather moody. His mother was frequently depressed. His childhood was not very happy.
our own. One is free to create and manipulate not only the physical actions of
Thomas Edison was born on February 11, 1847 in Milan Ohio. He was the youngest of all 7 children. His parents were Samuel Edison, Jr. and Nancy Elliot Edison. His dad was a man that did everything, from real-estate to running the local grocery store. His mom was a teacher, but with 7 children she stayed home with the kids preparing meals and helping them with homework. When Thomas was seven years old, his family moved to Port Huron, Michigan. He was full of energy and a curious young boy.