Description
Many cultures make objects of power that are associated with or derived from their conceptions and representations of
bodies. These objects (bodies themselves) often refer back to the body of the person who possesses them. They have various
meanings, but whatever their meanings they are usually substantial in character and effect.
You are to make an object of power.
To do so:
1. Research objects of power from at least 10 cultures.
2. Make a list of at least 20 things that you think have substantial power and meaning for your life at this time. Know why
and how.
3. Consider things that people empower themselves with in the 21st century. Make a list of 20 of these, and list them in best
to worst order in your view.
4. Make an object of power. It should incorporate what you've learned from the objects you studied, what you know and keep
that is powerful in your own life, what you think about things that people empower themselves with in today's world. The
form of this object is completely your invention. However, it should be, like the objects you studied, substantial in character
and effect.
When you turn in your object, include :
1. A source list that lists the objects you learned from, their cultures/countries of origin, when they were made.
2. Your list of the 20 powerful things in your life.
3. Your list of the things people empower themselves with in the 21st century.
