1. + My Favorite Paintings Shannon Turnley

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3. + Background Title: Mona Lisa Artist: Fernando Botero Date of Composition: 1978 Artistic Era: Contemporary

4. + Why I chose this painting I chose Fernando Botero’s version of the Mona Lisa because I like the unusualness of it. I love the way he took normal and thought outside of the box. I admire his almost humorous ways of drawing and painting. This makes me think of myself and how I like to be creative and not be original.

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6. + Background Title: Baptism of Christ Artist: Bartolomé Esteban Murillo Date of Composition: 1655 Artistic Era: Baroque

7. + Why I chose this painting I chose this painting because faith is probably the most important aspect of my life. This reminds me of my own experience growing up in a faith-filled environment. My family takes it very seriously, and it keeps us strong. I also like this particular scene the artist drew because it reminds me that not only was Jesus divine, but he was also a human just like us.

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9. + Background Title: African Beach Artist: Mariá Fortuny Date of Composition: Around 1867 Artistic Era: Impressionism

10. + Why I chose this painting I chose this painting because the beach is my absolute favorite place to be. It makes me think of summer and warm weather. This painting gives me a relaxing feeling and makes me think ahead to summer.