The Influence of Spanish Colonial Style The Influence of Spanish Colonial Style 1. Characteristics and Elements of Spanish Colonial Architecture When embarking on a journey to uncover the secrets of Spanish Colonial Architecture, one might imagine themselves as Indiana Jones, with a fedora sat jauntily on their head, a whip curled at their side, and the John Williams theme song blaring loudly in the background. Sorry to burst your bubble, but the adventure is not quite that adrenaline-filled, especially since most of these architectural treasures are lethargically basking in warm Spanish sunshine rather than hideously lurking deep in a dark cave guarded by a tribe of hideous, cannibalistic natives. Yet,…

Mural Traditions of the Southwest Mural Traditions of the Southwest Influence of Native American tribes on Southwest mural art Title: “Daubing Up the Desert: The Native American Influence on Southwest Mural Art.” Once upon a time in America’s wild and dusty Southwest, a curious melting pot of civilizations began to make a striking and powerful impact on the art world. A celebration of centuries-old traditions merged with the vibrancy of the desert. This collision gave birth to a unique and powerful genre of art, now majestically emblazoned on walls across the region: Southwest mural art. Ah-ha, now you see the connection! No need for an ancient map, a dusty cowboy…