Illustrate your project with one of the following: video/audio-podcast/or a gallery of renderings and/or photos. If you’re creating a video or a podcast, it should be approx. 3 mins., but not more than 5 mins. If you’re creating a gallery of renderings and/or photos, there should be no less than seven images. Your gallery should be detailed in your proposal.
A good final project will showcase your creativity and demonstrate your understanding of one or more topics we’ve covered this semester.
Regarding your final project paper, think (ME), (MACRO), and (MAKE A DIFFERENCE) which we discussed in class. Your final paper must be APA formatted. The Purdue Owl APA formatting guide is here.
Create an APA formatted title page that precedes the body of your paper which should be approx. 3 pages. Use in-text citations, where appropriate (at least three). Create a references page with at least three references. You can reference anything we covered this semester. You can also reference books and articles you’ve discovered on your own. Paste the URL to your illustration on the last page of your paper (after your references). Upload or link your paper to “Final Project” on Canvas.
EXAMPLE
https://express.adobe.com/page/ZDu1000eP3007/
https://alinatu2660.wixsite.com/strange-fruit
MAKE IT BASE OFF THIS ESSAY
Mississippi Goddam
Nina Simone is not just a musical icon but also a powerful voice for civil rights and social justice. Her song “Mississippi Goddam” stands out as a poignant and powerful anthem against racial injustice and the struggles of the Civil Rights Movement. Simone’s life and music reflect the core themes we’ve explored this semester, highlighting the challenges faced by African Americans in the 1960s and the power of art to inspire change.
Simone’s career as a singer and pianist flourished despite facing discrimination and adversity. “Mississippi Goddam” was written in response to the assassination of Medgar Evers in Mississippi and the bombing of the 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama, which killed four African American girls. The song addresses the anger and frustration felt by many African Americans at the time and became an anthem for the Civil Rights Movement.
For my project, I chose to create digital art to visually represent the impact of “Mississippi Goddam” and Nina Simone’s role in the Civil Rights Movement. Using a drawing tablet and software like Procreate, I aimed to capture the emotion and power of Simone’s music. My art style is inspired by realism, focusing on conveying the human experience and the struggle for justice.
The first piece in my gallery depicts Nina Simone performing “Mississippi Goddam” live, surrounded by a passionate audience. The intensity of her expression and the emotion in her voice are palpable, highlighting the power of music to inspire change.
The second piece focuses on the lyrics of the song, with images of the Civil Rights Movement, including protests, marches, and acts of resistance. It also includes newspaper clippings and headlines from the era, showing the impact of Simone’s music on society.
The final piece portrays Nina Simone standing defiantly against a backdrop of the American flag, symbolizing her unwavering commitment to justice and equality. Despite facing backlash and criticism, Simone remained steadfast in her beliefs, using her platform to advocate for change.
In conclusion, Nina Simone’s “Mississippi Goddam” is not just a song but a powerful message of resistance and resilience. Through my art, I aimed to honor Simone’s legacy and the impact of her music on the Civil Rights Movement and society as a whole
