Yale University Art Gallery

Hello Everyone!

On 11/11/08, I was able to visit the Yale University Art Gallery. The visit was short but bitter sweet. I only had one hour and I made sure I made the best of this trip. I was a little nervous on parking this day, but luck was on my side. I got a parking spot nearly across the museum. The weather this day was great, not too cold. Bryne from the front desk visitor services was very helpful. The Security guard on the first floor seemed very nice yet so protective towards these paintings. She gave me several pamphlets and guides. I was given instructions on the "no flash" for pictures. However, I used my old camera and the pictures were not too great. I was able to (finally) purchase a new digital camera.

The entire museum was beautiful, but what drew my attention the most was on the first floor. I am currently taking theology classes and after viewing the first floor it just made me want to learn more on the history of roman soldiers, during the crucifixion of Jesus. There were so many biblical history to several paintings on this floor. The details on theses drawings were woodcut printed. All made in block format too.

The second and third floors were filled with vivid colors. I really enjoyed the painting of "Osghog, Osun, Nigeria, born 1943. These birds were vibrant colors. The Artist was Jimoh Buraimoh. This pictular painting. The security "Kim" was very helpful and made sure I did not get to close, she also made a comment on how she really likes this picture as well

This is my first visit to Yale Art, and truly enjoyed it.