Aboriginal Motifs

Functions and Philosophies
Confidentiality
The person doing the art form must discuss any restrictions with the group before starting. Some people may not want their name written and that must be respected. No names or photographs of deceased Indigenous people are allowed to be on show, the family members are to be notified if you would like permission to use either a name or a photograph. If sacred or secret material is used you are in breech of the Indigenous law.   


Consent
Consent is needed before reproducing any Indigenous artwork or designs.
It is most effective when both groups are aware of how each culture views issues, the difference between cultures, can smooth out cultural misunderstandings and if they find the right people to consult with. Time must be given for consultation and can sometimes take several meetings, if the outcome is "no" then it shouldn't be taken personally as other factors have been considered to make that decision.


Moral rights and Issues
All artwork must be original indigenous works, produced by Indigenous people as to them it is important and respectful. 

Native American Motifs

Washington Redskins

The Redskins are an American football team that begun in 1932. 

Logo timeline http://www.sportslogos.net/team.php?id=168

Logo

The logo is a Red Indian's head, side profile with long black hair, dark skin and feathers centred in a yellow circle. Larger feathers are on the outside of the logo on the left. The logo is clean and crisp. It looks almost like a screen print because of its simplicity. The circle sets a focus on the face, but the larger scale feathers balance out the emphasis.

Logo Concept

Since 1932 the Redskins logo has changed 8 times but the general idea and style has remained the same. The original logo looked embroided and has the Indian face with the yellow circle around it. In 1983 they changed their logo back to the same logo from 1972 and it has remained the same ever since.

The logo is controversial due to the Red Indian being on the logo being labelled as "racist".

The Redskins logo is intended to show the strength and wisdom of the Indians, I think the design does show the Indians in a positive light and they have achieved their intentions.

Clash of the Titans

1. Who are the Titans?
Male- Oceanus, Hyperion, Coeus, Crius, Lapetus, Cronus.
Female- Mnemosyne, Tethys, Theia, Phoebe, Rhea, Themis.
They are god like giants, descendants of Gaia and Uranus.

Second generation, Leto, Eos, Helios, Asteria, Atlas, Prometheus, Empiethius, Menoetius, Metis, Astraeus, Pallas, Perses.

2. Motifs
Lightening - Shows power and authority, created by Zeus to show he's fury.
Black Smoke - Wherever Hades appeared the smog would appear. This shows he's dark personality.

3. Is your Greek character in the movie?
No.

4. Are there characters in the movie related to each other?
Yes. Perseus is the son of Zeus.
Zeus disguised as the King impregnated the Queen, creating half god half mortal Perseus.

5. Is there a constellation named after your Greek character?
Yes. Centaurus and Sagittarius.

6. How is Medusa killed?
Perseus sees her reflection in he's shield to know when its safe to turn around and decapitates her.

7. Does your character have a weakness?
Centaurs have a weakness for wine. They are aggressive drunks so they would only die as a result of actions made whilst under the influence.

8. Sketches.