Introduction Of Art Research Articles

Tendances de la maladie de Kaposi en milieu hospitalier de 1990 à 2020 à Lomé (Togo)

Objective: The aim of this study was to describe the evolution of Kaposi’s disease (KD) between 1990 and 2020 in dermatology in Lomé (Togo). Patients and Method: This is a series of cases of KD including all the records of patients seen on an outpatient basis or hospitalised for KD of clinical and/or histological diagnosis between 1990 and 2000 (period of non-general introduction of ART), 2000 to 2010 (initial and increasing introduction of ART) and between 2010 and 2020 (period of general introduction of ART) in the public dermatology departments of Lomé. Results: During the study period, 307 cases of MK were recorded, with a hospital frequency of 0.24%. The mean age of the patients was 40.03±13.71 years, with extremes ranging from 6 to 90 years and a male predominance (M/F= 1.5). The overall frequencies of KD from 1990 to 2000, 2000 to 2010 and 2010 to 2020 were 0.10, 0.30 and 0.25 respectively (p=0.002) and were dominated by HIV-associated KD (66%). During the same periods, 1990 to 2000, 2000 to 2010 and 2010 to 2020, the overall incidence was 3.00, 12.20 and 14.09 respectively (p<0.0001). Of the 307 patients, 13.7% (n=42) died, the majority in the HIV-associated form of KD. Conclusion: Our study shows a significant increase in the incidence of MK over the 30 years of the study, with a predominance of HIV-associated MK. The generalized use of antiretroviral treatment with the «test and treat» strategy will help to reduce this mortality.

Predictors of change in CD4 cell count over time for HIV/AIDS patients on ART follow-up in northern Ethiopia: a retrospective longitudinal study

BackgroundHIV has an effect on lowering CD4 cell count, which lowers the ability to resist contamination. For patients on ART in areas with limited resources, the CD4 cell count assessment is crucial for determining treatment responses and therapeutic decisions. The volatility of CD4 counts following the introduction of ART over time is still largely uncharacterized, and there are few fresh datasets on CD4 cell count progressions. The goal of this study was to identify the key factors that change over time in CD4 cells for HIV/AIDS patients receiving ART follow-up in northern Ethiopia.MethodsA total of 216 HIV/AIDS patients who initiated ART in the Mekelle General Hospital between 2013 and 2016 were involved using systematic random selection techniques. An examination of exploratory data was used to describe the individual profiles of HIV patients. A multivariable random intercept and slope linear mixed regression analysis regarded predictor variables to be statistically significant if their p-value was less than 0.05.ResultsThe random intercept and slope linear mixed model result indicated that there were statistically significant predictors of baseline CD4 cell count (β = 0.0125, P-value = 0.001*) and bedridden functional status (β = -2.459, p = 0.02*) on the change of CD4 cell count over time in HIV/AIDS patients at the 5% significance level.ConclusionsChanges in CD4 counts were influenced by the baseline CD4 cell count and the functional status of being bedridden. Because their CD4 cell counts were lower at baseline and they had a functional status of bedridden, the majority of HIV/AIDS patients on ART had substantial predictors on the change of CD4 cell count over time.So, public health service providers should give exceptional guidance and attention is also necessary for those patients who have lower baseline CD4 cell count and bedridden functional status.

КИТАЙСКОЕ СКРИПИЧНОЕ ОБРАЗОВАНИЕ В МЕЖДУНАРОДНОЙ ПЕРСПЕКТИВЕ: СРАВНИТЕЛЬНОЕ ИССЛЕДОВАНИЕ

Since the introduction of violin art in China over a century ago, it has become an important component of Chinese musical education. Adopting advanced international experiences, Chinese violin education has developed a unique pedagogical system and talent training model, producing many outstanding performers and educators, and demonstrating competitiveness on the global stage. This article systematically analyzes the development trajectory and main characteristics of Chinese violin pedagogy at different stages from the perspective of comparative pedagogy. A comparative study is conducted with leading global powers in this field—Russia, the USA, and Germany—with the aim of summarizing their successful experiences. The achievements and problem areas of Chinese violin education are identified. Based on this analysis, recommendations are provided for its further reform and enhancement of international influence while preserving national identity.

The Application and Research of Digital Art in Architectural Decoration Design

This paper aims to explore the application and research of digital art in the field of architectural decoration. With the continuous development and popularization of digital technology, digital art, as a new form of art expression, is gradually infiltrating into every aspect of architectural decoration. The introduction of digital art provides architectural designers and decorators with a broader space for creation and a richer way of expression, and also endows architectural works with more colorful artistic connotation and the atmosphere of The Times. Based on the concept and characteristics of digital art, this paper discusses the application practice of digital art in traditional and modern architectural decoration, analyzes its influence on architectural decoration style, spatial atmosphere and user experience, and prospects the future development trend of digital art in the field of architectural decoration.

Pengenalan Nilai Seni Nusantara Pada Anak Usia Dini Melalui Tari Kreasi Wonderland

Art education in early childhood has an important role in shaping the foundation of their development. One aspect that should not be missed is the introduction of Nusantara art values, which is an inseparable part of Indonesia's cultural heritage. The purpose of this study is to add insight and children's ability to dance. This research discusses the introduction of Nusantara art values in early childhood through Wonderland Creation Dance, a concept that combines traditional dance elements with children's imagination. This study highlights the potential of Kreasi Wonderland Dance in introducing Nusantara art values, its impact on early childhood character development, and effective implementation strategies in the context of early childhood education. Through the introduction of Nusantara art through Kreasi Wonderland Dance, it is hoped that children can gain a fun art experience while building their appreciation for the nation's cultural heritage from an early age, forming positive character and personality, and maintaining the sustainability of Nusantara art and culture in the future.

Национальный характер и художественные особенности живописи Гун Лилуна

Since the first years of the 20th century, when oil painters of the Western European tradition appeared in China, Chinese realistic art has been continuously updated and has attracted attention in its own country and abroad. There is no doubt that the success achieved by Chinese painters was largely the result of the introduction of modern Western art to the Chinese national culture. Today, the best artists in China harmoniously combine the form and content of Western art with domestic artistic traditions, forming a unique style. These include the Chinese painter Gong Lilong, whose work has been repeatedly exhibited in museums in China and abroad, but is familiar only to a narrow circle of connoisseurs in Russia. He went from realism to neo-primitivism, avoiding stylization and imitation of folk masters, and striving to express the essential aspects of folk aesthetics. This study considers Gong Lilong’s canvases from the point of view of national culture, historical context, and his biography. It also shows the change in his style and the themes of his works throughout his career and traces the formation of his unique symbolic language. Special attention is paid to the realistic period of the artist’s work and his contribution to the development of easel painting in Northeast China and the country as a whole.

THE ROLE OF ART IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE CREATIVE PERSONALITY OF THE FUTURE TEACHER

The article is devoted to the consideration of art in the system of development of the creative individuality of the future teacher. The relevance of the topic is due to the fact that when studying in the pedagogical direction, a student must acquire comprehensive knowledge, but not only profile knowledge, as a result of the introduction of art into the educational process will allow solving complex issues of the formation of the future teacher's personality. At the same time, having creative abilities, the teacher will be able to use them effectively in his work and spread interest in art and creativity among his pupils. The purpose of the research is to characterize art in the system of developing the creative individuality of the future teacher. The object of research is the pedagogical system of Ukraine. Such research methods as description, analysis and synthesis, comparison, generalization, and modelling were used in the scientific work. The article examines the peculiarities of art in the system of development of the creative individuality of the future teacher. The place of art in the aspect of the development of creative individuality is defined. Obstacles on the way to the introduction of art into the system of development of the creative individuality of the future teacher are characterized. The positive aspects of the introduction into the system of development of creative individuality of art have been identified. Such principles of the introduction of art in the training of the future teacher, which contribute to the development of creative individuality, as the introduction of a complex of education, science, and art, have revealed; a combination of cultural, creative, systemic approaches; individualization of the creative personality; sociocultural identification; ethnocultural affiliation. A model of the introduction of art in the system of development of the creative individuality of the future teacher has been developed. The place of art in the development of the creative personality of the future teacher has been determined.

The intervention effect of Suzhou folk art on patients with mood disorders in vocational art education

BackgroundMood disorder is a common mental health problem, which has a negative impact on the quality of life and work of patients. The intervention methods of educational psychology have been widely used in the treatment of patients with mood disorders. Suzhou folk art is a unique cultural tradition with rich artistic expression and emotional expression, which may play a positive role in the psychological function of patients with mood disorders.Subjects and MethodsSixty patients diagnosed with mood disorders were randomly divided into an experimental group and a control group. The experimental group received a 12-week Suzhou folk art intervention to improve their mental health through learning and participating in Suzhou folk art forms, and the control group received regular treatment and nursing. Both groups were evaluated using the Stanford Acute Stress Response Questionnaire (SASRQ) and the Three-Minute Delirium Diagnostic Scale (3D-CAM) before and after the intervention.ResultsThe results showed that there was a statistical difference compared with the control group (significance level less than 0.05). In the experimental group, the degree of mood disorder was significantly reduced, and the mental health status was also significantly improved. At the same time, the experimental group showed more positive emotional expression and participation in artistic creation activities during the intervention period.ConclusionsSuzhou folk art can promote the emotional release of patients with mood disorders and enhance their mental toughness. The introduction of Suzhou folk art into local higher vocational art education is helpful in improving the mental health level and quality of life of patients with mood disorders.AcknowledgementResearch achievements of key projects in the 13th Five-Year Plan of Jiangsu Education Science in 2016 (No. T-a/2016/03); Suzhou Higher Vocational Education Teachers’ Innovation Team; Chongqing Humanities and Social Sciences Research Project (No. 19SKGH225).

Temporal trend analysis of the HIV/AIDS burden before and after the implementation of antiretroviral therapy at the population level from 1990 to 2020 in Ghana

BackgroundAntiretroviral therapy (ART) has helped reduce the burden of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) in the majority of countries. Its contribution to the HIV/AIDS burden in Ghana is still understudied. This study examined HIV/AIDS trends in Ghana before (1990–2004) and after (2004–2020) the implementation and expansion of ART.MethodsWe obtained HIV/AIDS epidemiology and treatment data for the years 1990–2020 from the United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS. We investigated the impact of the ART rollout on HIV/AIDS in Ghana using Joinpoint regression models.ResultsThe HIV incidence, prevalence, and AIDS-related deaths decreased significantly after 2004, as ART coverage increased from 1% to 2004 to 60% in 2020. The HIV incidence decreased by approximately 3% (AAPC = -2.6%; 95% CI: -3.2, -1.9) per year from 1990 to 2004 and approximately 5% (AAPC = -4.5%; 95% CI: -4.9, -4.2) per year from 2004 to 2020. Between 1990 and 2004, the HIV prevalence increased by approximately 5% (AAPC = 4.7%; 95% CI: 3.6, 5.8) per year but decreased by 2% (AAPC = -1.9%; 95% CI: -2.1, -1.6) per year between 2004 and 2020. Between 1990 and 2004, the annual increase in AIDS-related mortality was 14% (AAPC = 13.8%; 95% CI: 12.6, 15.0), but between 2004 and 2020, it decreased at nearly a 4% (AAPC= -3.6%; 95% CI: -4.7, -2.5) annual rate.ConclusionsWe found trends indicating progress in Ghana’s fight against HIV/AIDS. However, the most significant declines occurred after the introduction of ART, suggesting that the scale-up of ART may have contributed to the decline in HIV/AIDS in Ghana. We advocate for the rapid expansion of ART in Ghana.

Taming The Wilds: tactical urbanism and creative placemaking in the revitalisation of a nature reserve in Johannesburg, South Africa

Th e use of tactical urbanism and creative placemaking in the revitalisation of public space has received growing research interest. In Johannesburg, there is evidence of these approaches in the revitalisation of Th e Wilds, a nature reserve located near the inner-city. Th e Wilds experienced neglect and decline due to increased crime. By the mid-2010s, an artist championed the bottom-up revitalisation of Th e Wilds through routine maintenance, the introduction of public art, and events to encourage engagement with the space. Th is study draws on personal communication and semi-structured interviews with key informants and utilises netnography. It was found that the use of public art and social media resulted in an increase in visitor numbers and volunteers who assisted in the maintenance, restoration and engagement with the space. Th e use of tactical urbanism and creative placemaking, however, has brought volunteers into conflict with the city over the usage and co-management of The Wilds.

예술가 정체성에 대한 질적 연구: 음악인의 심층 인터뷰를 중심으로

Although the concept of art has long been discussed by philosophers and theorists, it has not been clearly defined and a variety of perspectives coexist today. Contemporarily, the borderline of art is becoming increasingly vague. The introduction of art created by animals or AI has triggered the need for a fundamental reconsideration of artist identity. This paper focuses on the origin of artist identity and the factors that affect it, through in-depth interviews with artists in the music field. Artist identity is formed by the inspiration received from art and shaped through the process of artistic “grinding” or creation. An artist subjectively sets “a boundary of perceived art”top of the identity salience hierarchy under the title “artist.” Next in the hierarchy sits the “art worker” as a functional being in the art field, and multi-identity is placed at the bottom. The main factors that affect artist identity are whether the artist’s intention resides in their art, changes in the sense of belonging, and feedback from colleagues in the same artistic field. Artist identity constitutes the essential factor in art and culture and often comes to closely relate to a nation’s foreign policy and economy. A study of artist identity and its discrepancies would further solidify our grasp of the true nature and meaning of art. It is also applicable in practical terms to fostering a more effective and efficient creative artistic environment.

Early Children Education Based on Local Culture

Indonesia, one of the countries known and recognized by the world as a country with character and culture. Attention to the importance of naming culture in early childhood has been increasingly seen in the curriculum of early childhood education, in the profile of Pancasila students where there is a global diversity character, students including early childhood are expected to have a great love for Indonesian culture but still have thoughts open to interacting with foreign cultures. The purpose of this study is to explain the importance of learning early childhood education based on local culture. The method used is in the form of literature review with data sources obtained from articles, journals, books and other written works. The results of the study show that learning local culture in early childhood is very important, especially for early childhood development, besides that introducing local culture from an early age will form children with polite personalities, have a strong spirit of nationalism and will be able to be open-minded towards other cultures. As for cultural learning in early childhood can be done by introducing the closest cultural values such as the introduction of art, food, clothing, language, games, traditional house buildings. In addition, collaboration between parents, school/community, and local government is very important for the ongoing learning of local culture in early childhood.

Collision and Challenge: Influences of Sociocultural Contexts in Early 20th Century China on Storm Society Artists Exploration and Practice of Western Modern Art

This essay engages with the topic of Chinese modern artists introduction and adaptation of Western modern art. This essay conducts its analysis on a modern artist group named the Storm Society (JuelanShe) active in 1920s and 1930s China. Inspired by a social art historical approach, this essay places its focus on the sociocultural contexts specifically present during the active years of Storm Society artists. Three factors are identified to be influential challenges in these artists efforts of exploring and introducing Western modern art to China: Cultural conservatism, inhospitable social environment, and Japanese Invasion in World War II. On the level of academic study about Chinese modern art, this essay highlights the importance to take into account specific cultural and social contexts in analysis of its history.

Training Educators to Foster Inclusion and Resilience: Lessons From Ukraine

The implementation and development of inclusive education are one of the goals of Ukraine’s educational reform, thus training and professional development of teachers involves building skills to teach students with special educational needs and disabilities in inclusive settings. Over the past five years, there has been a significant increase in the enrollment numbers of students with special educational needs, so the quality training of educators with the understanding and capacity to organize a safe and inclusive learning environment should be a priority of education policy. The paper analyses the consequences of the military invasion of the Russian Federation and the humanitarian crisis it caused that deteriorate and disrupt educational services for all categories of students, including those with disabilities. Still, notwithstanding air raids, targeting civilian infrastructure, war crimes, violations of basic human rights, and forced migration, the Ukrainian state and its educational system display signs of resilience. It is highlighted that being a result and a process of positive adaptation to adverse circumstances, resilience should be studied in the context of resistance and vitality of Ukrainian society during the war and post-war recovery. It is found that diverse reactions to stressful and traumatizing factors can be determined and caused by multiple dynamic interactions at the personal and systemic levels. Psychological resilience as the ability to resist a traumatic impact may vary individually; however, it can be effectively developed within the socio-ecological system framework. Its application involves understanding that the development is influenced by a combination of interactions at the micro-, meso-, exo-, macro-, and chrono-system levels. Thus, teacher training in universities and colleges, being conducted at the organizational system level, can build individual resilience and, consequently develop community, society, national and global resilience at the present and in the future.
 It is emphasized that developed individual resilience can eliminate the appearance of behavioral and mental disorders (ADHD, PTSD, anxiety syndrome, deviant behavior) in children and social marginalization, aggression, and mental disorders in adults who were exposed to traumatic war events. Thus, it is important to analyze resilience at all levels during the acute phase of the conflict and to develop mechanisms for the development of individual and national resilience in the post-war period. The paper presents the findings of the inclusion and resilience awareness survey among pre-service teachers. The hypothesis has been proposed that the application of inclusive practices contributes to building resilience and enforces national resistance to aggression. The author substantiates the introduction of narrative speech, art and performance techniques, inclusive community leadership, and building soft skills in the professional training of educators. The ideas and practices of including persons with disabilities, veterans and those affected by the war should be applied while developing models of assessment, monitoring, and building resilience. Thus, teacher training can provide invaluable resources for an inclusive and resilient society.

Margarito d’Arezzo’s <i>Virgin and Child Enthroned</i>: Victorian Beauty Under Attack?

My chosen work of art for the Gallery section of Professor Hilary Fraser’s Festschrift is the National Gallery’s second oldest painting, Margarito d’Arezzo’s Virgin and Child Enthroned of the 1260s and the debates it aroused when the inaugural director Sir Charles Eastlake bought it in 1857 as part of his revolutionary introduction of early Italian art into the national painting collection, much of which was seen as not at the time at all beautiful — ‘unsightly’ to use his own phrase. This warranted him explaining in the first annual report that such art was acquired not for its aesthetic merit but on the grounds of its historic importance. The article will examine the expanding public role of the National Gallery in terms of educating the widest possible public about the history of Western European painting in addition to offering what were deemed to be suitable teaching aids to encourage the native school of painters. It will also shine a light on various women who have played significant roles in promoting interest in and knowledge about early Italian art, including Margarito’s panel, in the National Gallery’s collection.

Драгоценный убор уральских икон (страницы творчества художницы Лидии Блохиной)

The research is relevant due to the fact that the artwork of Lidia Blokhina, demonstrating the outstanding pieces of church art of the Urals, has not been within the scope of scientific interests until now. The paper aims to introduce the unknown to science works of L. Blokhina on the creation of precious icons framings, to determine the uniqueness of her work as an artistic phenomenon in the church life of the Urals. The paper examines the artwork of L. Blokhina, analyzing her holy icon framings as an area of contemporary church art which carry on aspects of the Ancient Russian tradition while featuring regional (Ural) techniques of gemstone processing. We consider the artistic characteristics of the works of L. Blokhina, based on the synthesis of folk embroidery techniques, the elements of ancient Russian «golden» embroidery patterns, the Ural stone processing technique and the creation of «embossed» icons. Our stylistic, artistic and technical analysis of the works defined them as unique iconic art works, and resulted in introduction of unknown art works designed for church service in scien

Quantifying Deaths from Aspergillosis in HIV Positive People.

Aspergillus spp. are ubiquitous and cause severe infections in immunocompromised patients. Less is known about its incidence and prognosis in patients with HIV/AIDS. We reviewed the mortality of invasive aspergillosis in HIV/AIDS patients. Pubmed, Embase and Medline databases were used to search for articles. Studies were excluded if they contained other aspergillosis risk factors, no original or patient survival data or were not in English. From 747 articles published, 54 studies and case reports were identified following reading, published between 1985 and 2021, with 54% papers prior to 2000 reporting 853 patients from 16 countries, none from Africa. 707 (83%) patients died with an average time from diagnosis to death of 77.5 days. Postmortem diagnosis was seen in 21% of deaths recorded. A national series from France of 242 cases of invasive aspergillosis diagnosed in life recorded a 3 month mortality of 68% pre-ART, falling to 31% after introduction of ART and voriconazole. CD4 count was recorded in 39 studies and ranged from 2 to >1000 cells/mm3; only 8 patients (1.8%) had a CD4 > 100 cells/mm3. Aspergillosis occurs in patients with HIV/AIDS and associated with high mortality but its slow progression should allow diagnosis and treatment with improved outcome.

PECULIARITIES OF THE INFLUENCE OF SYNCRETIC ART ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF CREATIVE THINKING OF PRIMARY SCHOOL STUDENTS

The article presents the peculiarities of the influence of the synthesis of art types on the main psychological barriers to creative thinking, which inhibit the process of developing creative thinking in children of primary education age. The scientific works of famous psychologists and teachers who worked on the development of creative thinking and the impact of various arts on it and the world’s practical achievements in this field are studied. The main features of syncretic art are outlined, in particular, its nature of origin, ability to influence the subconscious, perfect combination of sound, words, movement, music, emotion, action, image, colors in a single synergy. The issue of the impact of theatrical and cinematographic art on the development of the main four components of adult creative thinking is considered. The expediency of focusing on the organization of individual, not only collective theatrical types of work is revealed. The importance of forming healthy emotional and psychological connections in the system “child – child” and “child – teacher” in the application of elements of syncretic art in educational activities is described, as well as the role of such connections in the development of creative thinking of primary school children. The role of the introduction of syncretic art in the formation of a person of the future, who will be able to fully meet the requirements of society, is described. The article also describes the process of transferring images from cartoons or films by a 6–8-year-old child into real life, which is reflected in behavioral features, ways of self-expression, etc.
 Keywords: syncretic art; dramatization; theater; cinema; creative thinking; barriers to creativity; emotional and psychological connections; educational process; Elementary School.

Origin and development of folk applied art of Kosiv region (end of 18th – second half of 19th centuries)

In Hutsul region, due to many historical circumstances and peculiarities of the natural and geographical environment, a specific way of managing the locals was formed; home crafts and handicrafts were developed.The process of formation and development of Hutsul crafts is inextricably linked with the life of the mountaineers, who almost completely provided themselves with consumer goods. The availability of natural raw materials and the remoteness from industrial centres encouraged locals to engage in pottery, weaving, producing furniture, utensils, brass, clothing, lizhnyky (blankets of wool) and more.The most popular trades of Kosiv region at the end of the 18th – second half of the 19th centuries were pottery and artistic weaving, including lizhnyk making. Having a fertile artistic and raw material base, the manufacture of lizhnyks has always played a huge role in the life of Hutsul house. The lizhnyk had to be among the dowry of the girl; it was given at baptisms and it accompanied the last journey.The development of Kosiv, Pistyn and Kut pottery was facilitated by the presence of rich deposits of plastic pottery clays, as well as the need to make utensils for everyday use. The products of each of these centres of pottery differed in their characteristics, which depended on the natural properties of materials, the level of ceramic production and local traditions.The artistic traditions and the unique spiritual culture, over the centuries, are a permanent basis for the development of folk arts and crafts. From generation to generation passed artistic and stylistic techniques of decoration; the secrets of technical and technological skills, and improved techniques for processing natural materials. Traditions of folk arts and crafts, which have stood out in a bright artistic phenomenon, have become one of the important aspects of socio-economic and artistic life of modern Hutsul region.The rapid development of factory industry in the second half of the 19th century caused a reduction in the production of most household items. At the same time, the growth of industrial production of goods, trends in their domestic use contributed to the rise of the role of artistic origin in traditional types of applied crafts.
 Improving the quality of products, adjusting the development of industrial production and folk crafts required the introduction of art and industrial education. In this context, the establishment in 1882 of the Weaving School in Kosiv was a significant event in the beginning of professional education in Hutsul region.

THE KOBZAR’S ART IN THE PATRIOTIC EDUCATION OF SCHOOL YOUTH

The article highlights the theoretical and methodological aspects of the use kobza art in the system of patriotic education of student youth in Ukrainian schools. The current tendencies of the educational process in school educational institutions are revealed, the problems that need urgent solution are identified. The phenomenon of kobzarism in the cultural-historical retrospective is characterized, the various analysis of educational aspects of kobzarism is carried out. The patriotic and educational potential of kobzarism through the prism of the generalized image, repertoire of artists, their beliefs, actions and ideas is analyzed. The author draws attention to the national-patriotic orientation in the activities of kobzars of the past and present, relying on personalities to historical events. The importance of patriotic education for high school students through kobzarism is substantiated. Ways and methods of using kobza art in the education of patriotism through students are proposed. Prospects for the introduction of kobza art in the educational paradigm of modern schools are identified.