Top Notch 2 Unit 8 Scene 1

Summary

In this video, Miss Novak presents a variety of art pieces for an office decoration project. The collection includes a painting titled 'Sun on the Water,' inspired by the sea, a sculpture called 'City of Gold' made from wood painted gold, and a photograph named 'Winter,' depicting a snow-covered park in Paris. The conversation highlights the distinct appeal of each piece, with the participants expressing different preferences. The video captures a casual, engaging discussion on art, leaving the viewer contemplating the decision to purchase one or more of the pieces.

Takeaways

• 😀 The scene begins with a casual greeting and introduction of Miss Novak, who has opened an art gallery.
• 😀 Miss Novak is tasked with finding artwork to decorate an office.
• 😀 The art pieces being discussed are a painting, a sculpture, and a photograph.
• 😀 The painting is titled 'Sun on the Water,' created by a Russian artist, inspired by the sea.
• 😀 The painting is admired for its beauty and the strong use of blue tones.
• 😀 The sculpture, called 'City of Gold,' was made by a British sculptor and is painted to look like gold, though it’s made of wood.
• 😀 The sculpture is considered cool, and Mr. Evans thinks it would be a good fit for his office.
• 😀 Mr. Evans expresses a preference for the painting over the sculpture.
• 😀 The photograph, titled 'Winter,' depicts a snowy park in Paris, with a very minimalist and quiet scene.
• 😀 The decision to purchase all three pieces of art is considered, though opinions about each piece vary.
• 😀 The discussion revolves around personal preferences, with some pieces appealing more to certain individuals than others.

Q & A

What kind of art pieces did Miss Novak bring to the office?

Miss Novak brought a painting, a sculpture, and a photograph to the office for consideration.

Who is the artist of the painting 'Sun on the Water'?

The painting 'Sun on the Water' was created by a Russian artist.

What inspired the painting 'Sun on the Water'?

The painting was inspired by the artist looking at the sea.

What are the general reactions to the painting 'Sun on the Water'?

The reactions to the painting were very positive, with people describing it as fantastic, interesting, and gorgeous, especially appreciating the blue tones.

What is the title of the sculpture Miss Novak brought?

The sculpture is titled 'City of Gold'.

What material is the sculpture 'City of Gold' made from?

The sculpture 'City of Gold' is made of wood and painted gold, but it is not made of real gold.

Who created the sculpture 'City of Gold'?

The sculpture was created by a British sculptor.

How does Mr. Evans feel about the sculpture 'City of Gold'?

Mr. Evans thinks the sculpture is cool and suggests it would look good in his office.

What is the title of the photograph Miss Novak brought?

The photograph is titled 'Winter'.

What does the photograph 'Winter' depict?

The photograph 'Winter' depicts snow in a park, taken in Paris.

What are the general reactions to the photograph 'Winter'?

The reactions to the photograph were mixed, with some feeling that 'there’s nothing there' in the image.

What does Miss Novak suggest at the end of the conversation?

Miss Novak suggests buying all three art pieces, asking for opinions on the idea.