"The German Army marched into Lithuania as part of NATO war games in the first German Army deployment since 1945, waking up old ghosts. The bad news is, a message in German sent 115 years ago by a homing pigeon was just found. The worse news is, it was an acceptance letter to art school." Argus Hamilton. Questions?
Here's Why Hitler Was Rejected From Art School . . . "In fact, while Hitler had little to no concern for his human subjects, his paintings and sketches of buildings are exacting in their geometric precision, to the extent that at least one of the instructors at the art academy encouraged him to give up painting and become an architect instead; unfortunately, this would have required Hitler to return to high school and pass some of the math classes he had previously failed, which he had no interest in doing (via All That's Interesting)." More here...
The Truth: Why Did Hitler Fail Art School From The Painting Advice
. . .. . . "Here’s a look at the typical characteristics of his early art:
- Subject Matter: Primarily architectural studies, cityscapes of Vienna, and some landscapes. He favored detailed reproductions of existing buildings.
- Technique: Precise, almost photographic rendering. He paid close attention to architectural details, perspective, and shading.
- Composition: Generally static and conventional. There was little experimentation with dynamic arrangements or evocative use of space.
- Color Palette: Often muted and conventional, lacking the vibrant or expressive use of color that characterizes more impactful art.
- Emotional Resonance: His works were generally seen as lacking in emotional depth or a distinctive personal style. They were reproductions rather than interpretations.
. . . "The failure to gain admission to art school can be seen as a catalyst that pushed him away from a creative path and towards a destructive one. While it is a simplification to attribute his entire political career solely to this one event, it is undeniable that the denial of his artistic aspirations played a significant role in shaping his personal trajectory and, consequently, the fate of millions.
"Here’s a timeline of key events related to Hitler’s artistic pursuits:" . . . More content and depth here
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