Can you give some examples of how 'place tells story' in modern cities?

Sure. Narrative paintings like those by Edward Hopper can be considered modern art that tells a story. Hopper's paintings often show scenes of isolation and loneliness in modern American life. For example, 'Nighthawks' gives a sense of a late - night diner scene where the characters seem lost in their own thoughts, and it tells a story about the anonymity and solitude of urban living at that time. Additionally, some installations by Yayoi Kusama can also tell stories. Her Infinity Mirror Rooms can be seen as a story about the infinite nature of the self, perception, and the universe.

One example is 'Guernica' by Pablo Picasso. It tells the tragic story of the bombing of Guernica during the Spanish Civil War. The chaotic and fragmented composition with distorted figures powerfully conveys the horror and destruction of war.

Sure. In 'The Godfather', the story is told through the character of Michael Corleone's transformation from an innocent outsider to a powerful mafia boss. The use of dialogue, family interactions, and the progression of events on screen tell this complex story.

Yes. In a piece of folk art, such as a hand - made quilt. The patterns and colors used can tell a story. Maybe the quilt has symbols that represent the family's heritage or a particular event in their history. In theater, actors bring the story to life. Their expressions, movements, and voices are used to tell a story. A play about a war might have actors in tattered uniforms, with expressions of fear and determination, which helps tell the story of the soldiers' experiences.

The type of flooring can be an example. Old hardwood floors with scratches and dents can tell the story of years of foot traffic, of children running around, or of furniture being moved countless times. And the garden around the house. If there are overgrown bushes and a neglected flower bed, it might tell a story of a once - loved but now abandoned outdoor space, perhaps due to the owners getting too old to maintain it.

Well, some graffiti that tells a story is the kind that portrays a journey. Imagine a long stretch of wall where the graffiti artist has painted a traveler starting from one end of the world, facing different challenges like crossing deserts and mountains, and finally reaching their destination at the other end. This tells the story of perseverance. There's also graffiti that can tell a story about a community's traditions. It may display the traditional dances, costumes, and festivals of a particular ethnic group in the area.

Sure. Comics are a great example. They use panels and illustrations along with text to tell a story. Each panel shows a different moment in the story, and the reader follows along as the plot unfolds. Another example is stained - glass windows in churches. They often depict religious stories through the use of colored glass and figures. The scenes are arranged in a way that tells the story of a saint or a biblical event.

One example is 'The Arnolfini Portrait' by Jan van Eyck. It tells a story about a wealthy couple, perhaps a wedding or a formal union. The details in the painting, like the dog which symbolizes loyalty, and the single candle in the chandelier which might represent the presence of God, all contribute to the story. There are also inscriptions in the painting that add to the mystery and the narrative.

Sure. A vintage military jacket can tell the story of a bygone era of warfare. It might have patches, insignias, and wear marks that speak of the soldier who once wore it. Another example is a traditional wedding dress. It represents the love story of the couple getting married and often has cultural and family traditions woven into its design.

Sure. A locket with a photo of a loved one inside tells a story. It might hold the memory of a grandparent, for example. Another is a charm bracelet. Each charm added could represent a different event or achievement in a person's life, like a graduation cap charm for graduating from college.