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5. That young man seems to be a and he often annoys others
5. aggressive
A Henry David Thoreau once said, "The world is but a canvas (画布) to our imagination. " CBS News reporter Don Teague shows us an artist who chose to speak through canvas when his world went dark.
If you ask John Bramblitt to describe the world,chances are that he'll tell you it's colourful. Bramblitt is an artist whose works are defined by bold and expressive use of colour which has emotion all its own.
"Fear,it's a red with a lot of black mixed in," Bramblitt said. "It's almost like the colour of blood and dirt or soil―it's really deep. ” He knows a lot about fear and anger and depression. Emotions almost overwhelmed him nine years ago when at just age 30,complications (并发症) from epilepsy (魔痛症) left him forever blind.
What colour was the depression? "In my world,it was the worst black. It was like being in a hole," Bramblitt said. He eventually climbed out of that hole by learning to paint. He figured out how to mix the colours by feeling the different textures in the oils. He also learned how to apply paint by outlining ari image and using his fingers to guide the brush strokes. He sees his subjects with only his fin?gertips.
When Bramblitt touched his face,Teague jokingly said, "Brad Pitt,right?" "Yeah,you called it," Bramblitt replied.
To let Bramblitt touch your face is to allow him to imprint your image in his mind. His portraits are proof that his fingertips are as perceptive as his eyes once were.
He's never seen professional skateboarder Tony Hawk,but after feeling his face he painted a remarkable portrait. He has never seen his own wife or his young son,but it's clear he knows exactly what they look like.
Bramblitt's art is gaining notice in galleries around the country. You'll often find him in museums or at schools teaching his technique and what he's learned about life and colour to children.
"The future is so open,and there're so many things I want to do," Bramblitt said. "It's brilliant,it's just the most brilliant colour and I can't wait to see it take form,to see it take shape. ” This artist's vision is as bright as his art.
1. The writer mentions Thoreau's words to prove .
A. we can create a world for ourselves
B. we can imagine the world as we please
C. the world will be like what we think
D. we can't live without our imagination
2. By saying " He eventually climbed out of that hole ”， the writer means
A. he came to the ground at last
B. he finally got rid of depression
C. he fell into a hole and escaped finally
D. he managed to leave a black hole
3. From the last passage,we can infer that .
A. Bramblitt wanted to learn the shape of colours
B. Bramblitt was eager to see what his future would be like
C. Bramblitt was confused at his future
D. Bramblitt had a hope for his bright future
4. The passage mainly tells us that .
A. a blind artist painted a colourful world
B. John Bramblitt had a colourful world
C. an artist used colours to paint his world
D. the black world was bright for Bramblitt
Why buy art? To answer this question,ask yourself what your reasons are for thinking of acquiring a piece of art. An artwork can cost a considerable sum,but if it meets your needs,it's worth every penny.
Art Is for Enjoyment
Art is meant to be displayed. Don't ever feel pressured to buy something you won't appreciate looking at day after day,no matter what other people may say. Don't buy something that doesn't appeal to you just because it is trendy (流行的) ，because the artist is famous,or because you have been advised that the artwork will make a good investment. If you don't like the artwork at all,don't buy it!
Art Improves Your Environment
Have you ever noticed that all beautiful homes have art as an essential part of the decoration? Art lends life and colour to otherwise plain and ordinary walls. A well-thought-out art collection will help create a unique pattern in your home and make it more attractive. For similar reasons,art often graces commercial buildings,such as reception rooms and the offices of top executives.
Art Makes a Statement
The kind of art you surround yourself says much about your personality,tastes and values. Art truly is a mirror of the soul. It's an expression of who you are. Be true to yourself,and choose art which is meaningful to you.
Art Can Be an Investment
Art can pay handsome returns,but this very rarely happens overnight. If you're hoping to make a fast buck,art may not be the right avenue for you. There are investors,of course,who like to put their money in art. They do this for two main reasons: emotional as well as financial benefits.
Art Enriches Your Life At a conference on health and aging,held in Australia,a professor from Melbourne's RMIT University shared his findings that love―even the love of an activity or a work of art contributes to healthier living and a longer lifespan.
Art Makes an Impression
When you need to give a gift which will make a lasting impression,a fine piece of artwork is hard to beat. Any recipient (接受者) will appreciate receiving such an exclusive gift,and be honoured that you valued her enough to give her something so unique and precious. Just remember to select something which will appeal to your recipient's tastes? and keep to a sensible budget. Good art needn't cost an arm and a leg.
1. We can find something about the host's personality,tastes and values through looking at .
A. the expression on the face B. the mirror on the wall
C. the kind of art around him D. the worth of the art in his home
2. What does the underlined sentence "Good art needn't cost an arm and a leg. ” mean?
A. Good art can purify humans' soul.
B. Good art makes you work fast.
C. Good art creates a good life.
D. Good art does not always cost huge money.
3. From the passage we can learn that art .
A. is a good way to become rich overnight
B. can awaken people to protect the environment
C. can help people to keep fit and live longer
D. can hardly serve as a present
4. The passage is mainly about .
A. what function art has in people's life
B.how to choose artworks for your life
C. what attitudes people have to art
D. how to make a fortune from artworks
2. ―I'm sorry I made a mistake!
―Nobody is perfect. Take easy.
1. I wish that I (go) with you to see the film last night
8. I simply couldn't (弄明白) his intention.
8. She writes a lot of (当代的) music for people like Whitney Houston.
1. The boys attempted to go camping,but they (prevent) by their parents.
5. What a c it is that the new couple were born in the same year and on the same day.
