Perspectives in Art Milito Mythology & Art Perspectives in Art Milito
What is a myth? An invented story, idea, or concept, imaginary thing or person Examples: Thor, Zeus, Cupid, Aquaman
Features of Myths Often Contain Fictional Uses Symbolism Creatures Deities Demigods Fictional Uses Symbolism Traditional Narrative / Story Passed Down Teaches a Lesson / Moral of the Story Explains Something Creation Afterlife Natural Phenomena Rituals & Practices
What is a Legend? Exaggerated stories about real people, places, objects, & events Examples: Headless Horseman, Robin Hood, Atlantis, Fountain of Youth, Shangri-La, etc.
Features of Legends Mostly Realistic Based in truth & has some historical facts / elements to it Exaggerated & distorted details & facts Often Contains: Heroes & Villains Real people, places & things Miracles A Warning or Reminder
Myth or Legend? Bigfoot
Bigfoot (aka Sasquatch) Features: Background Info: Tall hairy creature Apelike humanoid Non-Aggressive Mainly around the American Pacific North West (elsewhere too) Several unconfirmed sightings Other versions found in different cultures (Yeti)
Myth or Legend? Tooth Fairy
Tooth Fairy Features: Background Info: Small fairy Either depicted as pretty or scary Sneaks into kids rooms while asleep Collects baby teeth in exchange for money Tradition dates back to Norse culture Other nerby cultures believed in burning baby teeth to avoid an eternal afterlife searching for them
Myth or Legend? Loch Ness Monster
Loch Ness Monster (aka Nessie) Features: Background Info: Dinosaur like creature Long neck, big body, & flippers Shy & reclusive Scottish legend Lives in the waters of Loch Ness Many unconfirmed sightings
Myth or Legend? Unicorn
Unicorns Features: Background Info: Horse body Long single horn on forehead Usually white Magical powers Benevolent creature Featured in Greek, Biblical, & European mythology Symbol of purity & rarity Fantasy Creature
Think of 3 Mythical / Legendary Creatures of Your Own