1\ The funnest assignment to do in English 101.0800 with Ms. Bogacka had to be the ad research paper. The reason why I think this was the funnest report was because it allowed me to analize a picture and find the hidden message inside of the advertisement which helped me understand how society views men. and how men wnat to be viewed.
2\The second research paper were i actually learned as i wrote and looked up research for it. I halways had an idea that men were begining to soften up and become a little more maturnal but never had the evidence to back it up. since i wrote my second research paper, i now have proof that men are changing into more nurturing parents.
3\ the assignment i di not care for at all was the first eresearch paper. i honestly cant even remember what it was about. the whole looking up sources to support a magazine add was tiresome and it didnt intrest me at all.
4\i think blogger was an excelent addition to this class. it provided students with a new alrternative in contacting the teacher, and handing in work. if it wasnt for blogger, all the assignments would have had to be handed in and returned making it harder to ask for advide from other classmates or the teacher.
5\ one thing that was emphasized in this class was self critizism of your own work and looking for gramatical errors such as fragment sentence and subject verb agreement. i wouldnt liked this to have been some sort of game played out in class where teams would correct sentences, just so that it would be easier to make the connections since some people have to turn things into some sort of game or riddle in order to understand.
Friday, December 10, 2010
Thursday, December 9, 2010
Friday, December 3, 2010
Sunday, November 21, 2010
Annotated Bibiliography
Thesis : Fathers now are becoming more involved with raising their children.
1)a\ Fathering paradoxes, contradictions, and dilemmas has is one of the sources I am using to
support my idea. In the article, Scott Coltrane talks about how there is a difference between fathering and fatherhood. He also explains how fathers are viewed differently for being nurturing towards their children but explains that more and more fathers are becoming more “maternal” in the sense that they began taking a more productive role in raising infants and playing a more substantial part in their children’s lives.
b\ The reason that this soure is valuable is Coltane not only did a substantial amout of work
but he also is not biasis since he provides both the paradoxes and how it differs from reality.
c\ 1- This source ties into the others because all three mention a new form of masculinity. a more nurturing kind fathers who tends to his children. While stating that this form of fathering has always been existent, just that it was dorment.
2). a\ My second resource for this research project is “changing Men” and feminist politics in the united states, by Michael Messner. This sources talks about current masculinities. The one I am more focused on is called the New Man. It represents the new generations of fathers and how they behave.
b\ The reason I trust this source is because Messner also did profound research and not only talks about the New Man but also speaks about traditional masculinity .
c\ 1- Messner ties into the other sources because he brings up the idea of the New Man. A Father who puts is carrer on pause for his family. Messner also mentions how the New Father is the wave of the future.
3). a\ So my third source is Fatherhood and Social Change, by Ralph LaRossa. This article talks more about how fatherhood in the untided states has not turned into more maternal dads. Even though he tries to prove that fathers have not changed, he does show that fathers have changed. Eventhough it isn’t in lare numbers. \
b\ The reason this is a good source is because he did his research and trys to go against everything that others say about how fatherhood has changed, yet in some way proving that it has.
c\ LaRossa's piece fits in well with the rest of my report because it views the other side of things. LaRossa trys to claim that father hood has not changed as drastically as people believe. non the less, he also mentions a new from of father rearing his head into households and how slowly but shurly, fathering is chanching into a more intimate role.
Friday, November 19, 2010
Fathering Paradoxes
"Fathering paradoxes contadictions and dilemas" by Scott coltrain speaks about how men and women are shifting roles in the households. The reason that the photograph of "future plan #2," is because in the photo, there are 2 pregnate men in the picture. this shows that the fathers are becoming to become more nerturing just as Coltrain said ""Although women have been the primary caretakers of young children in all cultures, fathers' participation in the children rearing has varied fronm virtually no direct involvement to active participation in all aspects of children routine care" (Coltrain 433). Both the picture are and the article show that fathers are now taking a more active role in raising children while the mother goes out and shows what it takes to support a family with their jobs.
Sunday, November 14, 2010
Friday, November 12, 2010
Worst Date
The worst date i ever had was with this girls from my english class. We went out to eat at ihop. In class she seemed strong independent and funny, but did i have her wrong. she was rude, arrogent and demanding. she even got loud with the waitress because her pancakes didnt come with the strawberries that she wanted. well one thing i dont like are people that make seens in public for no reason. so the next day when she texted me asking me if we were gonna hang out again, i just didnt reply back. when she approched me in school i puposly left my fone with my friend and told her my dad smashed my phone.
Thursday, November 11, 2010
Research Paper Proposal
Michael Corona
Second Research Paper Topic
For my second research paper i would like to talk about how fathers have changed from traditional masculinity into a modern masculinity of which pertains to fathers who tend to their children and participate in the rearing of their kids. the class article that i will be using in order to support my idea is "Fathering: Paradoxes, Contradictions, and Dilemmas," by Scott Coltrane.
Second Research Paper Topic
For my second research paper i would like to talk about how fathers have changed from traditional masculinity into a modern masculinity of which pertains to fathers who tend to their children and participate in the rearing of their kids. the class article that i will be using in order to support my idea is "Fathering: Paradoxes, Contradictions, and Dilemmas," by Scott Coltrane.
I plan in comparing traditional styles of masculinity and modern day fathering in order to show how fathers have changed over the years, and what was the cause for this change.
Sunday, November 7, 2010
First Draft
Michael Corona
Ms. Bogacka
English 101-0800
First Draft
Esquire is a magazine that is full of fashion advice, political commentary and smart editorials for successful men. That is why it is not difficult to see how Esquire magazines sell a certain type of image that they wish their male readers followed. In 2008, Esquire magazine was dedicated on getting their readers to portray a more successful, groomed man look in society.
In 2008, esquire magazine published various articles suggesting what men should do to become the “groomed” successful man they displayed in their magazine. In one of the various article published by Esquire in 2008, it states that “Nobody likes to shave every day. It’s time consuming and irritating but it’s what men do” (Cutler 47). The article then follows by claiming emphasizing that people who don’t shave everyday look scruffy and lazy, and follows up by explaining how to shave with a straight razor. This just proves that if Esquire is willing to publish an article which shuns the fuzz every man has and supports the annoying task that is shaving, that Esquire is claiming that if you are not clean shaved you are not a groomed, successful male, which takes away from ones masculinity.
But according to Esquire, there is an exception if you do wish to have a beard. According to “Mind the Beard,” an article in Esquire magazine, “Now things are different. People tend to have jobs and fewer diseases, and beards require more tailoring” (Martin 50). The article follows by showing a detailed illustration of how a well-kept beard should be in order for the man to not look stuck up, or raggedy. Even though the well-kept beard does not require a man to shave daily, he must still trim and do touch ups to his beard regularly. This article helps support the idea that Esquire magazine was trying to convey a groomed image towards their male readers in 2008.
Not only did Esquire magazine show, and tell you how to shave, but they also printed an article with all of the best grooming items for 2008. “The 2008 Grooming Award,” lists every item a man would need. The article spans from moisturizer, to body wash, to shaving cream and cologne. It explained in detail why each product was preferred over its competition and also showed men where to find it and how much it would cost. Showing how expensive or, inexpensive maintaining the groomed look can be.
Not only did Esquire want their readers to look groomed, but they also wanted their readers to “dress accordingly” (Casual Style 119). The article speaks about how casual has changed and gives ideas for a better looking casual look. It hints at what men should wear during certain activates as well as to what men should wear while hanging out. Showing a more sophisticated look since Oxford shirts were the go to guys when in doubt.
A recent study done by Men’s Health on men ages 18 through 59 shows that mens perspective on grooming has changed over the years. Of those surveyed “89% think that being well-groomed gives them a competitive edge. 67% think its more important for a man to look his best today than it was ten years ago” (Man 38).
In 2008, the ideal masculinity was a groomed, successful type of masculinity. This was seen through by the most popular male celeberties of 2008, which were “Zack Efron and Brad Pitt” (Easely). These men portray the groomed, successful look that Esquire magazine was also trying to convey for the year of 2008. Every man envied these celebrities because they achieved the ideal masculine look of the 2008.
Work Cited Page:
• Martin, Peter. “Mind the Beard Line”. Esquire. Esquire May. 2008. Vol 149. Issue 5.General One File. Pg 50. Web. 24 Oct. 2010
• Cutler, Rodney. “Shaving Everyday”. Esquire. Esquire, Feb. 2008. Vol 149. Issue 2.General One File. Pg 47. Web. 20 Oct. 2010
• The (new) Laws of Casual Style.”. Esquire. Esquire, Mar. 2008. Vol 149. Issue 3.General One File. Pgs. 118-128. Web. 20 Oct. 2010
• Cutler, Rodney. “The 2008 Grooming Awards.” Esquire. Esquire, Nov. 2008. Vol 150. Issue 5. General One File. Pgs. 67-72. Web. 20 Oct. 2010
• Easley, Tabitha. “The 6 Most Popular Male Celebrities of 2008.” 18 Dec. 2008. Associated Content. Web. 20 Oct. 2010
• “Man vs. Man.” Advertising Age. EbscoHost.com. 13 June. 2005. Vol. 76. Iss.24. Pg. 2-42. Web. 20 Oct. 2010
• “Esquire.” Magazines.com Web. 20 Oct. 2010
Ms. Bogacka
English 101-0800
First Draft
Esquire is a magazine that is full of fashion advice, political commentary and smart editorials for successful men. That is why it is not difficult to see how Esquire magazines sell a certain type of image that they wish their male readers followed. In 2008, Esquire magazine was dedicated on getting their readers to portray a more successful, groomed man look in society.
In 2008, esquire magazine published various articles suggesting what men should do to become the “groomed” successful man they displayed in their magazine. In one of the various article published by Esquire in 2008, it states that “Nobody likes to shave every day. It’s time consuming and irritating but it’s what men do” (Cutler 47). The article then follows by claiming emphasizing that people who don’t shave everyday look scruffy and lazy, and follows up by explaining how to shave with a straight razor. This just proves that if Esquire is willing to publish an article which shuns the fuzz every man has and supports the annoying task that is shaving, that Esquire is claiming that if you are not clean shaved you are not a groomed, successful male, which takes away from ones masculinity.
But according to Esquire, there is an exception if you do wish to have a beard. According to “Mind the Beard,” an article in Esquire magazine, “Now things are different. People tend to have jobs and fewer diseases, and beards require more tailoring” (Martin 50). The article follows by showing a detailed illustration of how a well-kept beard should be in order for the man to not look stuck up, or raggedy. Even though the well-kept beard does not require a man to shave daily, he must still trim and do touch ups to his beard regularly. This article helps support the idea that Esquire magazine was trying to convey a groomed image towards their male readers in 2008.
Not only did Esquire magazine show, and tell you how to shave, but they also printed an article with all of the best grooming items for 2008. “The 2008 Grooming Award,” lists every item a man would need. The article spans from moisturizer, to body wash, to shaving cream and cologne. It explained in detail why each product was preferred over its competition and also showed men where to find it and how much it would cost. Showing how expensive or, inexpensive maintaining the groomed look can be.
Not only did Esquire want their readers to look groomed, but they also wanted their readers to “dress accordingly” (Casual Style 119). The article speaks about how casual has changed and gives ideas for a better looking casual look. It hints at what men should wear during certain activates as well as to what men should wear while hanging out. Showing a more sophisticated look since Oxford shirts were the go to guys when in doubt.
A recent study done by Men’s Health on men ages 18 through 59 shows that mens perspective on grooming has changed over the years. Of those surveyed “89% think that being well-groomed gives them a competitive edge. 67% think its more important for a man to look his best today than it was ten years ago” (Man 38).
In 2008, the ideal masculinity was a groomed, successful type of masculinity. This was seen through by the most popular male celeberties of 2008, which were “Zack Efron and Brad Pitt” (Easely). These men portray the groomed, successful look that Esquire magazine was also trying to convey for the year of 2008. Every man envied these celebrities because they achieved the ideal masculine look of the 2008.
Work Cited Page:
• Martin, Peter. “Mind the Beard Line”. Esquire. Esquire May. 2008. Vol 149. Issue 5.General One File. Pg 50. Web. 24 Oct. 2010
• Cutler, Rodney. “Shaving Everyday”. Esquire. Esquire, Feb. 2008. Vol 149. Issue 2.General One File. Pg 47. Web. 20 Oct. 2010
• The (new) Laws of Casual Style.”. Esquire. Esquire, Mar. 2008. Vol 149. Issue 3.General One File. Pgs. 118-128. Web. 20 Oct. 2010
• Cutler, Rodney. “The 2008 Grooming Awards.” Esquire. Esquire, Nov. 2008. Vol 150. Issue 5. General One File. Pgs. 67-72. Web. 20 Oct. 2010
• Easley, Tabitha. “The 6 Most Popular Male Celebrities of 2008.” 18 Dec. 2008. Associated Content. Web. 20 Oct. 2010
• “Man vs. Man.” Advertising Age. EbscoHost.com. 13 June. 2005. Vol. 76. Iss.24. Pg. 2-42. Web. 20 Oct. 2010
• “Esquire.” Magazines.com Web. 20 Oct. 2010
Friday, November 5, 2010
Blog post # 8
1) In the movie Wedding Crashers, the main male characters behave as enthusiastic comedians who are outgoing, athletic and competitive towards other males in the film. Towards the female characters they behave differently. they show characteristics of heroism, sensitivity, humble, vulnerable men who have been emotionally scared, are sympathetic and child friendly, and are looking for commitment.
I do consider the main male characters masculine because they are able to be the macho men who can hang with the guys, while at the same time they can get along with women and are able to communicate with females easily.
2) the movie places more emphasis on the relation between males and females because it shows how males and females are more alike then everyone thinks. The movie has a male and a female who are only looking to have "fun" on one side, and on the other it shows two people who are searching for love.
The movie does have similarities with David Grazians' "the girl hunt" because like Grazians suggests, male go out looking for women in pacts which is exactly what the main characters do. Grazans also suggests that males pick out their targets, which the main characters did but also that their friend is used as a buffer for when things get occurred or crazy which was what Vince Vaughn character was trying get Owen Wilson character to do.
3) Well the ultimate idea of masculinity in the Wedding Crashers would have to be honesty. in the movie, honesty was what got the character to get the girl, which Intel proves that the most masculine thing is honesty.
I do consider the main male characters masculine because they are able to be the macho men who can hang with the guys, while at the same time they can get along with women and are able to communicate with females easily.
2) the movie places more emphasis on the relation between males and females because it shows how males and females are more alike then everyone thinks. The movie has a male and a female who are only looking to have "fun" on one side, and on the other it shows two people who are searching for love.
The movie does have similarities with David Grazians' "the girl hunt" because like Grazians suggests, male go out looking for women in pacts which is exactly what the main characters do. Grazans also suggests that males pick out their targets, which the main characters did but also that their friend is used as a buffer for when things get occurred or crazy which was what Vince Vaughn character was trying get Owen Wilson character to do.
3) Well the ultimate idea of masculinity in the Wedding Crashers would have to be honesty. in the movie, honesty was what got the character to get the girl, which Intel proves that the most masculine thing is honesty.
Wedding Crashers. Dir. David Dobkin. Perf. Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson. New Line Cinema., 2005.
Friday, October 29, 2010
Research Paper outline
Thesis: In 2008, esquire magazine conveyed a well groomed, well dressed masculinity throughout their issues.
1- men should shave mor often.
a\ esquire magazine has various articles explaining how men should shave.
b\ what products men should use
2- Mens casual wear has evolved
a\ esquire magazine posted the acceptable casual attire in 2008
b\
3- Most famous men of 2008 were well groomed.
a\ Zac efron, Robert Paterson
1- men should shave mor often.
a\ esquire magazine has various articles explaining how men should shave.
b\ what products men should use
2- Mens casual wear has evolved
a\ esquire magazine posted the acceptable casual attire in 2008
b\
3- Most famous men of 2008 were well groomed.
a\ Zac efron, Robert Paterson
Friday, October 22, 2010
MASCULINITIES: Review for Midterm/Blog Post #6
MASCULINITIES: Review for Midterm/Blog Post #6: "Please take out your Venn diagrams and proofread it. Then compose a Works Cited page for the two readings on the basis of which you composed..."
"The Male Myth"
Shows How masculinity is like a myth and there is no solution.
Shows how seperation of boys and girls during ones youth effects the relationships in the future when it changes to having women makes you mmasculine.
Introduces male personalities portrayed in photos.
The Rock: Describes a strong independent leader who is sturdy and unmovable.
The Leaner: a Dependent male who relies on others so support him.
The Face Off: Intense facial expressions.
Both segments speak about the Males who do not have much power.
The Seperation between bothe genders creates future conflicts
"The Black Male"
Seperation of family: black males not able to claim relatives because families were torn apart.
Introduces African American problems and struggles within society.
Man vs Society: the stereo types of African American males never being around.
Man vs Man: Conflicts within African Americans males is the biggest problems that they have.
Man vs Self: conflicts African Americans have within themselves resulting from matriarchy and not having power and not having say in slave days.
Marable, Manning. “The Black Male: Searching Beyond Stereotypes.” Men’s Lives 5th ed. Eds. Michael S. Kimmel, Michael S. Messener. New York Allyn and Beacon, 2001. 17-23.. Print
Theroux, Paul. “The Male Myth."Across Cultures a Reading for Writers seventh edition. Shenna Gillespie, Robert Becker. New York: Pearson and Longman, 2008. 101-105. Print
"The Male Myth"
Shows How masculinity is like a myth and there is no solution.
Shows how seperation of boys and girls during ones youth effects the relationships in the future when it changes to having women makes you mmasculine.
Introduces male personalities portrayed in photos.
The Rock: Describes a strong independent leader who is sturdy and unmovable.
The Leaner: a Dependent male who relies on others so support him.
The Face Off: Intense facial expressions.
Both segments speak about the Males who do not have much power.
The Seperation between bothe genders creates future conflicts
"The Black Male"
Seperation of family: black males not able to claim relatives because families were torn apart.
Introduces African American problems and struggles within society.
Man vs Society: the stereo types of African American males never being around.
Man vs Man: Conflicts within African Americans males is the biggest problems that they have.
Man vs Self: conflicts African Americans have within themselves resulting from matriarchy and not having power and not having say in slave days.
Marable, Manning. “The Black Male: Searching Beyond Stereotypes.” Men’s Lives 5th ed. Eds. Michael S. Kimmel, Michael S. Messener. New York Allyn and Beacon, 2001. 17-23.. Print
Theroux, Paul. “The Male Myth."Across Cultures a Reading for Writers seventh edition. Shenna Gillespie, Robert Becker. New York: Pearson and Longman, 2008. 101-105. Print
Friday, October 15, 2010
Annotated Bibliography
Thesis: in 2008, Esquire magazine was trying to sell a groomed, well dressed style of masculinity to its readers.
1. Martin, Peter. “Mind the Beard Line”. Esquire. Esquire May. 2008. Vol 149. Issue 5.General One File. Pg 50. Web. 24 Oct. 2010
The Article “Mind the Beard Line” talks about the different styles of beards that are popping up. It talks about how they should look and where one should stop shaving. Its basically tells people to leave a little hair on their face but to make sure it is controlled.
The reason why this article makes a good source is because it shows how men are trying to change their appearance. It does not talk about a specific man, but all men. It also shows how men are beginning to care about their looks.
This article fits into my research paper because it supports the idea that esquire is trying to sell a groomed type of masculinity. One where men groom themselves regularly in order to appear clean and fresh.
2. Cutler, Rodney. “Shaving Everyday”. Esquire. Esquire, Feb. 2008. Vol 149. Issue 2.General One File. Pg 47. Web. 20 Oct. 2010
“Shaving everyday” is another article that Esquire put out in 2008. This article explains in detail how to shave using a straight razor. It also tells its readers what type of shaving cream and lotion to use in order to rejuvenate their face.
This is a good article to use because it shows that men in 2008 are shaving on a regular basis. It also shows that they care how their face appears because they are beginning to use aftershave and moisturizers.
This article fits in with the others because it talks about men grooming. It also helps support the
Idea that in 2008, the groomed masculinity was preferred over just as the other articles do.
3. “The (new) Laws of Casual Style.”. Esquire. Esquire, Feb. 2008. Vol 149. Issue 3.General One File. Pgs. 118-128. Web. 20 Oct. 2010
The Article talks about how men’s casual has changed for the 2008 era. Stating that sports jersey should not be worn, rugby shirts are acceptable, and that when in doubt an oxford shirt won’t steer you wrong. Also states what outfits to wear when playing sports.
The article is a good source because it shows how casual has upgraded in order to fit the groomed look. Not making a person look to out of the ordinary or dirty when casual. Allowing people to stay casual but look groomed.
This article fits into my research paper because it shows how fashion changed in order to keep men looking groomed. It supports grooming with its outfit suggestions. And continues with the constant theme.
4.Cutler, Rodney. “The 2008 Grooming Awards.” Esquire. Esquire, Feb. 2008. Vol 150. Issue 5.General One File. Pgs. 67-72. Web. 20 Oct. 2010
This article takes all the popular men’s grooming products and compares them to one another. Showing which ones moisturize better and which ones give you a better shave.
This article is a good reference because it has surveyed the products. Meaning that the results of the products are not based on one man’s opinion.
This article shows how men care about their grooming. Especially since there are so many products that have sprung up. Shows how men want the best so they can look their best which support Esquires goal of creating well groomed men.
1. Martin, Peter. “Mind the Beard Line”. Esquire. Esquire May. 2008. Vol 149. Issue 5.General One File. Pg 50. Web. 24 Oct. 2010
The Article “Mind the Beard Line” talks about the different styles of beards that are popping up. It talks about how they should look and where one should stop shaving. Its basically tells people to leave a little hair on their face but to make sure it is controlled.
The reason why this article makes a good source is because it shows how men are trying to change their appearance. It does not talk about a specific man, but all men. It also shows how men are beginning to care about their looks.
This article fits into my research paper because it supports the idea that esquire is trying to sell a groomed type of masculinity. One where men groom themselves regularly in order to appear clean and fresh.
2. Cutler, Rodney. “Shaving Everyday”. Esquire. Esquire, Feb. 2008. Vol 149. Issue 2.General One File. Pg 47. Web. 20 Oct. 2010
“Shaving everyday” is another article that Esquire put out in 2008. This article explains in detail how to shave using a straight razor. It also tells its readers what type of shaving cream and lotion to use in order to rejuvenate their face.
This is a good article to use because it shows that men in 2008 are shaving on a regular basis. It also shows that they care how their face appears because they are beginning to use aftershave and moisturizers.
This article fits in with the others because it talks about men grooming. It also helps support the
Idea that in 2008, the groomed masculinity was preferred over just as the other articles do.
3. “The (new) Laws of Casual Style.”. Esquire. Esquire, Feb. 2008. Vol 149. Issue 3.General One File. Pgs. 118-128. Web. 20 Oct. 2010
The Article talks about how men’s casual has changed for the 2008 era. Stating that sports jersey should not be worn, rugby shirts are acceptable, and that when in doubt an oxford shirt won’t steer you wrong. Also states what outfits to wear when playing sports.
The article is a good source because it shows how casual has upgraded in order to fit the groomed look. Not making a person look to out of the ordinary or dirty when casual. Allowing people to stay casual but look groomed.
This article fits into my research paper because it shows how fashion changed in order to keep men looking groomed. It supports grooming with its outfit suggestions. And continues with the constant theme.
4.Cutler, Rodney. “The 2008 Grooming Awards.” Esquire. Esquire, Feb. 2008. Vol 150. Issue 5.General One File. Pgs. 67-72. Web. 20 Oct. 2010
This article takes all the popular men’s grooming products and compares them to one another. Showing which ones moisturize better and which ones give you a better shave.
This article is a good reference because it has surveyed the products. Meaning that the results of the products are not based on one man’s opinion.
This article shows how men care about their grooming. Especially since there are so many products that have sprung up. Shows how men want the best so they can look their best which support Esquires goal of creating well groomed men.
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Epiphany
Well while I was editing my first draft, I looked at my ad and decided to discard my old draft. It didn't feel right, and it was just garbage. I decided to take my paper in a whole new direction and feel as if it is for the better. I figured that the true type of masculinity that my ad is trying to convey is a care free, go getter type of masculinity. So I started from scratch and just finished my new draft. Hope its better than the last
Friday, October 1, 2010
Monday, September 27, 2010
Theroux's Male Myth
In his writing, Theroux claims that sports and little league sports are the worst thing to introduce an adolescent to. I even though i disagree, I do understand his reasoning behind his thoughts. The reason i am posting this is because in class, I don't feel I gave a clear explanation.
So here it goes. the reason that Theroux says that little boys should not be introduced to sports is because that is where they get introduced into all their bad habits. there are always some kids who pick up bad habits at home with their parent, but it is in sport related incidents that the majority of young boys get it from. Sports helps a young boy become social, confident and social; everyone knows that. but what Theroux is trying to say is that sports also make kids angry, when they lose, hateful, when they blame other players for the lose, disrespectful, since they see their parents insulting other teams and players, terrible people to be around if not in the team/ player mentality.
Friday, September 24, 2010
Outline
Preliminary thesis: Tries to convey a nice tough/nice/ caring guy that is confident, cool and collected intellectual sophisticated masculinity. Basically a well rounded man.
I. The model gives a off an " I'm just a man. not the tough guy not the nice guy; just a guy"
A. He shows this though his facial expression.
1. The model shows off an relaxed intense stare as if he sees right trough you.
2. His lips are parted as if signing that he wants something that that just caught his eyes and made his jaw drop although hes keeping his composure
B. The analysis of this shows that masculinity is a guy who is confident and sophisticated who can defend himself .
II. The ocean water portrays sides of his personality.
A. The background water shows how he can be cool, calm and collected.
1. the water is a clear blue green color that translates to tranquility.
2. The water in front of him gives of the other side if his personality; The water in front of him is being disrupted my him and gives of a feeling of' if you try to hold me back ill just break through and keep on moving.
B. Shows that true masculinity is like the ocean; the perfect balance between easy going and destructive.
III. The model has an intermediate body position where he is not the leaner nor the rock.
A. He has his left hand out of the water about to reach forward as his lowered right shoulder is coming back up as if the is taking a step forward while fighting the resistance of the water.
1. intermediate position signifies that he is not only the rock who will push trough, but he can also just lay back and take it easy .
2. The dress shirt is soaked representing that he does not mind things that cling on to him, but unbuttoned in the front to signify that he also needs his space to be a man.
B. Shows that he is the type of man who can handle any type of situation.
I. The model gives a off an " I'm just a man. not the tough guy not the nice guy; just a guy"
A. He shows this though his facial expression.
1. The model shows off an relaxed intense stare as if he sees right trough you.
2. His lips are parted as if signing that he wants something that that just caught his eyes and made his jaw drop although hes keeping his composure
B. The analysis of this shows that masculinity is a guy who is confident and sophisticated who can defend himself .
II. The ocean water portrays sides of his personality.
A. The background water shows how he can be cool, calm and collected.
1. the water is a clear blue green color that translates to tranquility.
2. The water in front of him gives of the other side if his personality; The water in front of him is being disrupted my him and gives of a feeling of' if you try to hold me back ill just break through and keep on moving.
B. Shows that true masculinity is like the ocean; the perfect balance between easy going and destructive.
III. The model has an intermediate body position where he is not the leaner nor the rock.
A. He has his left hand out of the water about to reach forward as his lowered right shoulder is coming back up as if the is taking a step forward while fighting the resistance of the water.
1. intermediate position signifies that he is not only the rock who will push trough, but he can also just lay back and take it easy .
2. The dress shirt is soaked representing that he does not mind things that cling on to him, but unbuttoned in the front to signify that he also needs his space to be a man.
B. Shows that he is the type of man who can handle any type of situation.
MASCULINITIES
Quick Write in response to Bordo's chapter: "Quick Write: Choose one of the three quotes from Susan Bordo’s “beauty (re)discovers the make body,” interpret it and show how it applies to..."
Friday, September 17, 2010
Male Privilage List
" If I buy a new car, chances are ill be offered a better price than a woman buying the same car. "
I completely disagree with this quote. the reason men get the better deals is because men dont walk into a dealership blindingly, not having done reaserch on how much the car should sell for and how much the dealers competing stores are willing to go. women just go in expecting to get a good deal even though most of the time it ends up being more than sticker price. While men go in having a set quote from another dealer, forcing the sales person to offer a better price or loose the customer along with the commision.
I completely disagree with this quote. the reason men get the better deals is because men dont walk into a dealership blindingly, not having done reaserch on how much the car should sell for and how much the dealers competing stores are willing to go. women just go in expecting to get a good deal even though most of the time it ends up being more than sticker price. While men go in having a set quote from another dealer, forcing the sales person to offer a better price or loose the customer along with the commision.
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