Xploration Outer Space: Space and Art
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This episode of "Xploration Outer Space" delves into the symbiosis between space and art, featuring artists whose creations are inspired by the cosmos. The video explores the work of artists like Tim Gagnon, who designs mission patches for NASA astronauts, and highlights the efforts of the Space for Art Foundation in using art to heal and inspire, particularly through projects involving children worldwide. Emphasized is the artistic journey of Alan Bean, an Apollo astronaut turned renowned painter, whose works visually capture lunar missions. The content aligns with educational themes such as art education, space sciences, and the significance of cultural and emotional connections through art, aligning well with school curricula focused on science, technology, arts, and personal development. Part of the "Xploration Outer Space" series.
Media Details
Runtime: 22 minutes 11 seconds
- Topic: Arts, Careers, Science
- Subtopic: Arts, Astronomy, Engineering, Music, Physics, Space Sciences
- Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
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- Release Year: 2020
- Producer/Distributor: Steve Rotfeld Productions
- Series: Xploration Outer Space
- Writer: Daniel Strauss
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