Bjork's Pagan Poetry video is a visually stunning and provocative piece of art that perfectly complements the ethereal and boundary-pushing nature of the song itself. Released in 2001, the video was directed by Nick Knight, a renowned photographer and filmmaker known for his innovative and avant-garde approach. The video opens with a serene and dreamlike scene set in a spacious, black room where Bjork is seen lying down on a bed. The simplicity of this set design contrasts with the intricate and fascinating visuals that unfold throughout the video. As the song progresses, Bjork's body starts to transform, with different images projected onto her skin. These projections range from beautiful and delicate flowers to dark and unsettling scenes, reflecting the themes of nature and spirituality explored in the lyrics.
Start by cutting a piece of fabric about as wide as your pillow and 2 ½ times as long. You’ll have one long rectangle.
Here comes the irony of this project these no-sew hem tape envelope style pillow covers are by far the most popular blog post that I ve written to date, largely due to pinterest hits. Here comes the irony of this project these no-sew hem tape envelope style pillow covers are by far the most popular blog post that I ve written to date, largely due to pinterest hits.
These projections range from beautiful and delicate flowers to dark and unsettling scenes, reflecting the themes of nature and spirituality explored in the lyrics. One of the most striking moments of the video occurs when Bjork bares her chest to reveal an intricate and elaborate jewelry adorning her breasts. This provocative image combines elements of ancient paganism and modern art, challenging societal norms and ideas of femininity and sexuality.
Sewing 101: the Slip-on Pillow Cover
This post is so, incredibly, totally out of character for me. Even though it’s been something I’ve been wanting to do for a while, I can’t believe I finally did it.
I, the queen of the no-sew hem tape, stitch witch forever, have sewed. And my first project is laughably ironic.
But let me back up for a beat. I have had a sewing machine for a long time – over ten years. I have moved it from apartment to apartment and never really used it. I always forget how to thread the bobbin (the manual is long gone) and I swear that pieces are missing.
So, in a bold, life altering move, I asked for a new sewing machine for my birthday. I picked out this one from Amazon – the Brother CS6000i. It has 60 different stitches, does button holes, and was $150 (on Amazon). It had solid reviews and I thought it was a good beginners machine.
We’ve been travelling and hosting guests a lot lately, so it was June before I got to sit down with it. I unpacked it from the box and set it up and the never-used desk in the guest bedroom. It came with excellent directions and a “quick start guide” and I threaded the bobbin on my first try, y’all! I still don’t understand why threading the needle has to be a twelve step process, but as far as those go, this was very easy. I sat down and was able to start actually sewing in less than 20 minutes!
My first project was to sew some pillow covers. I was looking thru my fabric stash, however, and realized I didn’t have many pieces large enough to cover a whole 12” pillow. So, I decided to re-cover my pillows… in the same fabric they’re already covered in.
Here comes the irony of this project – these no-sew hem tape envelope style pillow covers are by far the most popular blog post that I’ve written to date, largely due to pinterest hits. And I have loved them for over a year, but the thing with hem tape is, it doesn’t last forever. My curtains have fared pretty well, but these pillows take a regular beating, and they were hurting from it.
So, I decided to re do them.
Start by cutting a piece of fabric about as wide as your pillow and 2 ½ times as long. You’ll have one long rectangle.
The fabric I used is a table cloth so I cheated by having 2 sides already hemmed 🙂
Use your machine to hem the 2 short sides. Fold them over about ¼ of an inch, pin in place, and sew with small stitches. Your lines might not be perfectly straight if you are just beginning. It’s ok! No one needs to look that closely anyways.
Fold the edge over again and repeat, to hide all the unravelled edges.
Leave the long sides unhemmed.
Fold the rectangle (good side of the fabric up) over your pillow form to get a good measurement of how big it needs to be. You will have overlap of the 2 ends. That’s good. That’s the “envelope”.
Pin the edges to keep the folds in the right place. I don’t have a lot of pins, so I used painters tape to keep the flap in place. Ghetto, maybe. But I wasn’t letting anything stop me once I got going on this.
Now, I sewed each fold in place. You don’t have to, persay, but it will give you nice crisp edges, and it means you can take out some pins.
Then, pin the open sides and sew them closed, too. I ended up sewing over the thick parts (where the flaps overlap) 4 times just to be sure they were not going to rip.
Trim all your threads, and turn that sucker inside out. I also snipped the corners to a diagonal so there was less fabric in the inside of the corners, and therefore they lay more pointed and sharp.
My first pillow (the first thing I’ve sewn in a decade) took less than 20 minutes. These are so easy folks!
And look how much better the sewed one looks than the taped one!
I’m keeping my hem tape, but hoping to keep it on the backburner for a while!
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So, I decided to re do them.
The jewelry itself is a masterpiece of craftsmanship, with each piece meticulously designed to create an otherworldly and mesmerizing effect. Throughout the video, symbolism and metaphor are used abundantly to convey a sense of spirituality and connection to nature. The use of birds, feathers, and natural elements such as water and fire alludes to Bjork's exploration of pagan beliefs, which emphasize the interconnectedness between humans and the natural world. The use of slow-motion and abstract visuals further add to the dreamlike and mystical atmosphere of the video, inviting viewers to suspend their disbelief and immerse themselves in this artistic and symbolic journey. Bjork's Pagan Poetry video is a testament to her fearless and innovative approach to music and visual art. It challenges traditional notions of music videos and pushes the boundaries of creativity and expression. The combination of mesmerizing visuals, thought-provoking imagery, and captivating music creates an immersive and unforgettable experience for viewers. It is a testament to Bjork's ability to seamlessly blend different art forms and create a multi-dimensional and compelling narrative that resonates deeply with audiences..
Reviews for "Exploring the Archetypes in Bjork's Pagan Poetry Video"
1. Sarah - 2/5 stars - I have always been a fan of Bjork's music, but her pagan poetry video just didn't do it for me. The visuals were strange and confusing, and I found it hard to connect with the overall story. It seemed like she was trying too hard to be avant-garde and artistic, but it just didn't resonate with me.
2. Michael - 1/5 stars - I found the pagan poetry video by Bjork to be extremely disturbing and graphic. The combination of explicit sexual imagery and dark themes made me quite uncomfortable. I understand that it was meant to be provocative and push boundaries, but I think it crossed the line into shock value rather than artistic expression.
3. Emily - 3/5 stars - The pagan poetry video by Bjork was visually stunning, but I felt that the concept was a bit lacking. While the imagery and cinematography were beautiful, I struggled to understand the deeper meaning behind it. It felt like the video was more focused on aesthetics rather than conveying a clear message or story.
4. Ryan - 2/5 stars - I appreciate Bjork's unique style, but the pagan poetry video just didn't resonate with me. The disjointed imagery and abstract storytelling left me feeling confused and disconnected. It felt like an art project that tried too hard to be different, without offering much substance or emotional impact.