Abstract
Arguably no painter had more significant influence on the development of American modern art than Jackson Pollock. In this paper, the author examines the work of Pollock during his "drip painting" - or "direct painting" period. The author looks at three of the masterpieces Pollock created during this period: "Number 1", "Number 3" and "Lucifer". The writer of the paper states that to the untrained eye, there are some similarities between these works, such as the radical combination of many colors and the black tones that are prevalent in each work. The paper's author then examines each of the three works in order to reinforce his claim that, despite the similarities, Pollock sends dramatically different messages in each of the works ranging from conflict to renewal to gathering despair.

From the Paper
"The use of black in Number 1, painted in 1948, is arguably meant to represent the conflict inherent to Pollock's emerging style, and the break he was making from more traditional forms of art. Pollock began his drip style only in the mid-1940s, and Number 1 was one of the first major works to demonstrate his stylistic evolution ("Jackson Pollock," No date). The play between the rigid and the free, limitations and chaos, is a central theme throughout the work. In Number 1, Pollock uses black as almost a foundational color. It is the dominant color in the center of the work, applied to the canvas in globs, thick streaks and wide lines. The black has a centering and anchoring effect on the piece, perhaps representing tradition and order."

Tags:drip, abstract, expressionism, art, painting, surrealism, picasso, evolution, style, renaissance, canvas, color, paint, modern

Abstract
The paper discusses how Starbucks' product offerings have faced competition from companies such as Dunkin Donuts and McDonalds and therefore, Starbucks has purchased the high-end Clover drip coffee machine to re-establish the premium nature of its product. The paper then explains how Starbucks plans to focus on its exclusive Starbucks experience and leverage its competitive advantage in terms of atmosphere in order to ward off these competitors. The paper warns that financially, Starbucks will suffer a slowing of growth as it implements the changes required to meet these challenges, but predicts that it will regain dominance in a couple of years.

From the Paper
"Starbucks (NASDAQ: SBUX) has enjoyed unprecedented expansion over the course of its existence, earning it rapid growth, strong profits and the envy of businesspeople the world over. The brand has become iconic and the company transformed the way the world drinks coffee. Yet in 2008, the company entered an era of challenge. In the core US market, Starbucks closed approximately 600 underperforming stores (Linn, 2008). This announcement came mid-year, following on an earlier announcement of 100 store closures, product line reductions and a decrease in new openings (Harris, 2008). The main cause of these difficulties was cited as the weakening economy, but there were other issues. One is that Starbucks, in its eagerness to saturate the market, had allowed their standards to slide with regards to the choice of locations (Lomax, 2008). These standards had for years been a hallmark of Starbucks' success. Another issue cited by some is the quality of Starbucks' coffee, in particular their espresso, which is now made by automatic push-button machines. This decline in the quality of the product offering has placed Starbucks in the position of charging a premium price for a standard product, which has in turn opened them up to competition, most notably from McDonald's."

Tags:competitors, product, atmosphere, positioning

Abstract
This paper addresses the pickling cucumber (cucumis sativus L) and considerations of moisture, soil, water levels and light types. The paper also addresses diseases and the promoting of photosynthesis in species with a 60 day planting to maturation cycle. The paper discusses adjustments made in different parts of the world and the use of drip irrigation versus stream.

From the Paper
"This paper examines evidence of raised pickling cucumber (Cucumis Sativus L) yields brought about by proper attention to questions of plant and soil moisture, including irrigation. As a species believed to have originated in China that reached the West via India, one notices that researchers refer, here and there, to imitating the growing conditions of South Asia, with attention to proper amounts of moisture in soils and high alertness to several fungal, bacterial and viral conditions to which pickling cucumber plants are prone when receiving too much water."

Tags:cucumis sativus, moisture, explain.

Abstract
This paper discusses the life of Jackson Pollock, (1912-1956) who is one of the central figures in the development of the strictly American art movement called Abstract Expressionism. Included are biographical information, description of major works, quotes from Pollock and his critics describing his innovative drip painting style, a brief description of the major motion picture made of his life, and an "art inventory," or comprehensive analysis of the 1953 painting called "Easter and the Totem".

From the Paper
"American painter, Jackson Pollock, born in Cody, Wyoming in 1912, was a troubled genius who became known as a quintessential abstract expressionist in the art world of the twentieth century. Pollock, a freedom seeking rebel, was instrumental is the development of the distinctly American abstract expressionist movement in the United States. He became notorious for his drip painting methods and his huge canvases layered with paint and embedded objects. Pollock, known for his emotional volatility and heavy drinking, seen as a phony by some, and a hero by others, used his innovative, individualistic and uninhibited style to birth a new artistic genre in post World War II America."

Tags:abstract, art, easter, expressionsim, totem

Abstract
This paper discusses the life and work of Jackson Pollock, who is one of the central figures in the development of the strictly American art movement called Abstract Expressionism. The paper includes his biographical information, description of major works, quotes from Pollock and his critics describing his innovative drip painting style, and an "art inventory" of the 1953 painting called "Easter and the Totem."

From the Paper
"American painter, Jackson Pollock, born in Cody, Wyoming in 1912, was a troubled genius who became known as a quintessential abstract expressionist in the art world of the twentieth century. Pollock, a freedom seeking rebel, was instrumental is the development of the distinctly American abstract expressionist movement in the United States. He became notorious for his drip painting methods and his huge canvases layered with paint and embedded objects. Pollock, known for his emotional volatility and heavy drinking, seen as a phony by some, and a hero by others, used his innovative, individualistic and uninhibited style to birth a new artistic genre in post World War II America. "

Tags:painter, expressionism, biography, works, rebel, painting, post

Abstract
This paper first explains that Jackson Pollock's "Convergence" represents the style of 'action painting', an approach synonymous with Pollock. The paper then describes Pollock's painting, "Convergence", the life of Jackson Pollock and his contributions to modern art. The paper concludes that, although Pollock was respected and praised by critics and fans, either by misconception or too much alcohol, he felt misunderstood and that his work were undervalued. He died of an alcohol-related car accident at the age of 44.

From the Paper
"From 1947-1952, Pollock was in a period of intense creativity and produced most of his famous action paintings, including "Convergence". At the same time, he was treated by a doctor who tried to reduce his drinking with tranquillizers, but Pollock began to drink heavily again in 1951. There is evidence stating Pollock was in fact drinking while creating the painting "Blue Poles" in 1952, leading to the supposition, he was probably drinking during the creation of "Convergence" as well. References to his use of certain colors, black, yellow and orange are mentioned, with Pollock stating, "I can't start a painting in red"."

Tags:colors confusion, mythic symbolism, drip paintings, alcoholism

Abstract
This paper explores some of the economic statistics regarding the coffee industry, the major and not so major players in the industry, their success rate, the reasons for their success, and the likelihood of their continued success.

From the Paper
"The coffee industry seems to be one industry that is recession proof. The demand for coffee has continued to rise in recent years despite struggles by other producers of similar goods. It seems that consumers are willing to pay for small luxuries, such as a caramel macchiato, even during tough times. The coffee business has grown exponentially not only in the United States, but also abroad. Many larger names in the coffee industry, such as Starbucks and Seattle's Best coffee (numbers 1 and 2 according to statistics) have already opened shop in dozens of foreign countries. It is likely that as demand continues to grow, so too will expansion. Large coffee businesses are not the only one's profiting however, from the boom in demand for coffee. Smaller players such as Peet's coffee and Dunn's have also realized growth during the last several years."

Tags:specialty, peet's, coffee, and, tea, caffeine, drinkers, frappuccino, latte, espresso, drip, milk