Author Archives: esther.im

http://youtu.be/SNZSCjxdePY This digital essay reflects how the music scene has changed over the years. Through the images, I tried to portray what life was like in New York City during the 1960s. The video transitions into New York City today. … Continue reading →

After the individual conference with Professor Kaufman, my thesis seemed more clear. I was told to take the thesis one step further. I think I know where my essay is heading. Although my thesis isn’t complete, I have a better … Continue reading →

For the digital essay portion, I am planning to make a video that combines all sorts of musicians performing jazz and bebop. I am also going to include photos of musicians as well as parts of New York City during … Continue reading →

One of the most beautiful sights can be seen from the Brooklyn Bridge. It’s not the prettiest bridge due to the construction, but it’s still has its charm. Brooklyn Bridge has to be one of the most populous bridges in … Continue reading →

Currently, my revising process is going smoothly. I am reviewing all the notes from the peer revision as well as the professor’s notes and comparing it to my own notes. I am still struggling to develop a clearer thesis. I … Continue reading →

In this blog post, I want to talk about “A Walker in the City” by Alfred Kazin. It is a pretty interesting reading. The use of description throughout the reading is amazing. The way he describes all he sees on … Continue reading →

If I can choose what type of essay to write, I would choose a creative essay. I think it’ll give me the opportunity to explore my imagination and write a well organized essay. I think a creative essay is a … Continue reading →

New York City has always been a home to me. Despite it’s crowded streets and some unwelcoming residents on the subway, I have always and will always love this city. I can’t completely disagree with some of the unwelcoming residents … Continue reading →