Art

You will write 2-3 pages (typed, double-spaced with one inch margins) on either of the following two topics: Any VISUAL artist ( historical or contemporary) who is recognized as having produced works of significant importance to the world of art. (NOT musicians, actors, dancers, fashion designers) This may include artists mentioned specifically in your text, but is not limited to those artists. However, do not pick your Aunt Minnie simply because she likes to knit. Tattoo artists, directors, animators, comic book artists are all ok. Any historical period of art from the prehistoric up to, and including, the postmodern era. Gather information: Once your topic is decided, you should begin gathering information on that artist or era from as many sources as you can access. Do not limit yourself to your text. Use books and periodicals from the library, video tapes, DVDs and Internet sources as well. Do NOT simply transcribe or download from the Internet or any other reference. What I want is your personal thoughts on the artist or era and the work produced by that artist or era. Questions you should address might include, but are not limited to, the following: During what time did this artist produce work? What was the historical context in which this artist worked? Where was this artist’s or era’s major body of work produced? In what medium(s) were works produced? To what group or particular paradigm is this artist considered to belong? Why is this artist’s work considered to be significant? Why it does this artist or era appeal (or not appeal) to you? How does the art of your chosen era compare to what we see today? Do you see any of its influences in your world? Does the art tell a story or seem to represent a particular worldview? Describe some examples of the works produced by your artist or era. Are they representational, abstract, symbolic, etc.? Treat the writing assignment as you would a conversation over coffee with a friend. Write informally, but intelligently. Although you are not required to add footnotes, do make sure that your assertions are based on facts gathered during your research, and if you include an idea or statement that is not your own, simply include the source in the body of your text. I am not looking for a rewritten version of an academic treatment you have found, but for your opinions and evidence of your personal understanding of the work of the artist or era you select. Organize your paper: Introduction: Begin your writing by introducing your topic. (artist or era) This is a good time to introduce objective aspect (facts) concerning your topic. Who, when, where, etc. If you hope to make an assertion or prove some particular point, this is the time to articulate that point. This part of your paper should take no more than a paragraph or two. Body: Although you may certainly continue to introduce supportive facts in this section, this is where you should get to the subjective aspect (your opinion) in discussing your topic. If, for example, some particular work impresses you, then simply explain why you find it impressive. This is where you may apply the interpretation and judgement steps in Feldman’s model for criticism. This section should take up the bulk of your paper. If you quote anyone directly at any time, please simply include the source in your writing rather than footnoting it. For example: Albert Einstein once said, “The most beautiful experience we can have is the mysterious. It is the fundamental emotion that stands at the cradle of true art and true science.” Conclusion: In this final section you should take a paragraph or two to summarize your feelings and to add any parting thoughts regarding your investigation into your topic. This is where you tie it all together. Sources: At the end of your text you are to list your sources. These may include books, tapes, magazines and Internet URLs. Obviously, you should have several, otherwise you have probably not done enough research to form much of an opinion of the artist or era.

Select one of the following artists: Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael to write an essay to describe the art in Renaissance. Requirement: Minimum two pages double spaced essay. The letter size should be #12. essay should include at least one artwork from the artists. essay should include your own description of the artwork. essay should include information about the changing of the purpose of art from Medieval time to the High Renaissance. essay should include the information on how artist’s social status changes affect the artist’s creativity.

Description: For this paper you are going to do some formal analysis on a work of art you choose that falls within the parameters of this course. That means you will choose a work from the time period and geographical regions we cover in this class. You may choose the same work you did for the Annotated Bibliography. You will write a description of this object and then compare it to something we have studied together in class. For your main object you must choose a work that we have NOT studied together in this class. For example, you are not allowed to work on The Girl with a Pearl Earring, which we covered in the Module on Baroque Art. You may, however, choose to work on a different painting and discuss how it reminds you of The Girl with a Pearl Earring. Be careful about your selection. If you choose a work that does not fit in the time period and geography we’ve covered, you will automatically get 20 points deducted from your paper. Choosing an appropriate work is a major component of this project. What is Formal Analysis? A formal analysis includes an analysis of the forms appearing in the work you have chosen. These forms give the work its expression, message, or meaning. If you do not remember what formal analysis is, please refer to Introduction to the Course and Discipline of Art History | Readings & Videos. To aid in writing a formal analysis, you should think as if you were describing the work of art to someone who has never seen it before. When your reader finishes reading your analysis, she/he should have a complete mental picture of what the work looks like. Yet, the formal analysis is more than just a description of the work. It should also include a thesis statement that reflects your conclusions about the work. The thesis statement may, in general, answer a question like these: What do I think is the meaning of this work? What is the message that this work or artist sends to the viewer? What is this work all about? The thesis statement is an important element. It sets the tone for the entire paper, and sets it apart from being a merely descriptive paper. Format for the Paper: Two to three pages (not including title page, if you use one) double spaced 12 pt type 1” margins include an image of the work you are discussing (this is NOT included in the page limit) Make sure you proofread your papers for adhering to the information listed above, as well as incorrect grammar, spelling, punctuation, and other errors. In addition, make sure your paper includes a thesis statement. Your grade will reflect your ability to follow these guidelines. In the first paragraph, called the introduction, you will include: the name of the artist (if known), title (which is underlined or italicized every time you use the title in your paper), date, and medium (if known) what you think is the subject a very brief description of the work thesis statement – usually the last line or so of your first paragraph. From that point, the rest of the formal analysis should include not only a description of the piece, but especially those details of the work that have led you to come to your thesis. Yet, your paper should not be a random flow of ideas about the work (i.e. stream of consciousness writing). Rather, your paper should have a sense of order, moving purposefully through your description with regard to specific elements (ex: one paragraph may deal with composition, another with a description of the figures, another with the background, another about line, etc.). You will also include a paragraph in which you compare and contrast your chosen work of art to one of the works we have studied together. Does it resemble your piece formally? Do they have iconographical similarities? Finally, in your conclusion (the final paragraph) you should end your paper with a restatement of your thesis. Important Note about Research It is important to remember that your interest here is strictly formal; NO RESEARCH IS TO BE USED IN THIS PAPER. In other words, you are strictly relying on your ability to visually ‘read’ a work of art and make interpretations about it based on your analysis of it. Remember too that your analysis should not be just a mechanical, physical description. Please use descriptive language and adjectives to describe your work. Begin with a general description of the work, and then move on to the more specific elements. In addition, please refer to your syllabus concerning my policy on plagiarism – do not share your thesis or paper with other students and please do not work on your paper with another student. This is considered plagiarism and will result in a failing grade for the entire class. For Help: Writing help is available in two locations at the SRJC! Please take advantage of this wonderful, free resource while it is available to you. These centers are still operating remotely. at the Writing Corner in the Tutorial Center in Doyle Library: https://college-skills.santarosa.edu/tutorial-centers-nettutorLinks to an external site. at the Writing Center sponsored by the English Department: https://english.santarosa.edu/writing-centerLinks to an external site. Watch this Smarthistory video on How to do Formal Analysis (Links to an external site.) Read this free resource to learn more about Writing about Art Ask someone to read a draft to see if your text makes sense. See me during office hours or email me a question. Things to consider when writing a formal analysis (in no particular order): Keep in mind that you always need to Back Up Your Statements! Record your first impression(s) of the artwork. What stands out? Is there a focal point (an area to which the artist wants your eye to be drawn)? If so, what formal elements led you to this conclusion? Your impressions can help you reach your thesis. What is the subject of the artwork? Composition: How are the parts of the work arranged? Is there a stable or unstable composition? Is it dynamic? Full of movement? Or is it static? Pose: If the work has figures, are the proportions believable? Realistic? Describe the pose(s). Is the figure active, calm, graceful, stiff, tense, or relaxed? Does the figure convey a mood? If there are several figures, how do they relate to each other (do they interact? not?)? Proportions: Does the whole or even individual parts of the figure(s) or natural objects in the work look natural? Why did you come to this conclusion? Line: Are the outlines (whether perceived or actual) smooth, fuzzy, clear? Are the main lines vertical, horizontal, diagonal, or curved, or a combination of any of these? Are the lines jagged and full of energy? Sketchy? Geometric? Curvilinear? Bold? Subtle? Space: If the artist conveys space, what type of space is used? What is the relation of the main figure to the space around it? Are the main figures entirely within the space (if the artwork is a painting), or are parts of the bodies cut off by the edge of the artwork? Is the setting illusionistic, as if one could enter the space of the painting, or is it flat and two-dimensional, a space that one could not possibly enter? Texture: If a sculpture, is the surface smooth and polished or rough? Are there several textures conveyed? Where and How? If a painting, is there any texture to the paint surface? Are the brushstrokes invisible? Brushy? Sketchy? Loose and flowing? Or tight and controlled? Light and Shadow: Are shadows visible? Where? Are there dark shadows, light shadows, or both? How do the shadows affect the work? Size: How big is the artwork? Are the figures or objects in the work life-sized, larger or smaller than life? How does the size affect the work? Color: What type of colors are used in the work? Bright? Dull? Complimentary? Does the artist use colors to draw your attention to specific areas of the work? How? If a sculpture, examine the color(s) of the medium and how it affects the work. Mood: Do you sense an overall mood in the artwork? Perhaps several different moods? If so, describe them. How does the mood interpret how you view the work? Once you have spent some time analyzing your work, notice if your first impression of the work has changed, now that you have taken a closer look? How? If you came up with a thesis statement before doing this in-depth analysis, you may want to change it if your impression of the work has changed. Your thesis statement should reflect your view of the object.

To complete this assignment, you must first read Exploring Art Histories (Instructions) and complete the assignment as described. Original post must be minimum 500 words. Include at least one photo of your selected work.

This essay fulfills the course requirement to conduct written research on a work of art or architecture. The work of art (or architecture) that you select will also be used to create your Research PowerPoint (due in Module 3). This work of art or architecture must be from the eras covered in Modules 1 and 2. Your topic does not have to be covered in the textbook, but it should have been created during the Prehistoric era through the Ancient Greece (Module 1 through 2). In your paper, you must provide a clear thesis and demonstrate your support for that thesis in your research. I want to see your thesis stated by the end of your first paragraph. Remember, a thesis is: a statement or theory that you intend to prove by the end of your paper. Details 3 pages, double-spaced and typed, in 12pt. font at least 3 sources (other than your text) Information Literacy You must use this Research Resource Guide (Links to an external site.) to access the following credible academic sources on the basis of your research: books dissertations interviews journals magazines videos Websites and encyclopedic entries will not be counted as appropriate research sources. What is provided for you through the Research Resource Guide are the required, credible, peer-reviewed sources you will need for this assignment. If you are unsure of the legitimacy of any of your sources, please ask the instructor. Demonstrate You must provide a clear thesis, which states what you hope to show about a specific work. For example, you may want to discuss a work of architecture and its relation to social and political ideas of the society that created it. If the artist’s biography is known, you may discuss how the work of art might relate to that biography. Provenance is the history of ownership. In addressing provenance, you answer: Was the work commissioned and why? If not, why was it made? What were the artist’s intentions? How do factors like the historical context and location shape the meaning of the work? Remember that in discussing style, you are often referring to a period style or regional style. You must also utilize formal analysis in your approach to communicating the work’s key features. Give attention to the materials and techniques the artist used to effectively communicate their ideas. The possibilities are endless, but you must demonstrate that you understand the interpretations of a work of art architecture. This should be responsive to the research you have encountered, and you may be expanding upon or arguing against previous research. You must include MLA (Links to an external site.) citation style, with endnotes and a complete bibliography on two separate pages at the end of the paper. Your endnotes should be on their own page, as well as your bibliography. You don’t need to fill these two pages, but they should be on separate pages at the end of your paper. A full resource guide to MLA citation is also included in the Research Resource Guide.

https://youtu.be/DDP0qBpuDr0 Watch this move to it’s end. Research one of the women artist mentioned in the documentary: 1. Maria Sibylla Merian 2. Judith Leyster 3. Joanna Koerten 4. Clara Peeters 5. Artemisia Gentileschi 6. Sofonisba Anguissola 7. Plautilla Nelli 8. Propertia De Rossi 9. Lavinia Fontona Choose an artist above to research. The final paper that you will turn in must be between 400 – 600 words. You need at least one other resource other than the movie for your bibliography. (The bibliography does not count for the word count)

1. Develop a small sculpture that is a minimum of eight inches tall, by four inches wide. please use found materials and supplies from your home or another accessible location to create a modified object. The difference mediums that you choose should be manufactured objects or materials. you are welcome to include any material that you wish. submit at least two photographs accompanied by a 1-2 paragraph write up describing the form and content of your piece. 2. Develop a work of art with natural, organic materials. This may include any sort of found material in nnature such as dirt, rocks, sticks, water, earth pigments, or any sort of naturally occurring material. your work of art should be at least one foot square, and a height of your choice. submit at least two photographs accomplished by a 1-2 paragraph write up describing the form and content of your piece.

write a research paper about the following 4 ancient wonders. 1.Statue of Zeus at Olympia 2.Lighthouse of Alexandria 3.Hanging Gardens of Babylon 4.Mausoleum at Halicarnassus Answer these questions about the 4 ancient wonders in as much detail as possible. What is it? Who commissioned/created it? How was it built? Where was it located? When was it constructed? Why was it considered one of the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World? What happened to it?

Through this project you will research and explore an Eastern theatre tradition from its origin through its evolution to today. You will document its history, analyze a performance for the Parts of a Play and provide a personal reflection on the artform. OBJECTIVES 1.Explore the rise and evolution of eastern theatre traditions 2.Analyze the parts of a play for a performance of Eastern Theatre 3.Compare and contrast Eastern and Western theatre traditions You must also include a bibliography in MLA format citing your sources of research and the video of the performance you watched. Part 1 Research and describe the origin of the theatre tradition and its evolution to modern day performances. It should be broken into 3 paragraphs: How the artform began and its purpose in society Major historical events that lead to changes or challenges for the theatre Who watches the theatre now and how has it changed (or not changed) for modern audiences? Part 2 Compare and contrast a modern performance of your eastern theatre tradition compared to modern western theatre. Respond to the parts of a play and end with a final paragraph expressing your personal opinion on the experience of watching the modern performance. It should be broken into 4 paragraphs: Plot & Characters Diction & Music Spectacle Personal Response

1. What is a line? 2. What are two ways of showing perspective in a painting? 3. How can artists suggest volume with light? 4. What are primary colors? How do you make secondary and tertiary colors? 5. How do artists use visual elements to create optical and illusionistic effects? 6. Explain the technical devices used to render space and volume in painting? Explain. 7. Why is it so important for an artist to control the “light” in their artwork? How does it affect a piece of art? Answer in paragraph form (10-15 sentences): 7. Compare and contrast M.C. Escher and Keith Haring’s use of line within their diverse works. Who do you think conveys the most emotion with their line? lease answer each question in complete sentences. Elaborate your answers to earn full credit. 8. Summarize the principals of color. What are the three types of palettes you learned about? How can color change affect a piece of artwork? Explain. please answer each question in complete sentences. Elaborate your answers to earn full credit. Only start working AFTER you have read CH 3 and PPX #3. Only start working AFTER you have read CH 3 and PPX #3. the link for the book: file:///C:/Users/Anite/Downloads/Prebles’%20Artforms,%20Eleventh%20Edition%20-%20Frank,%20Patrick%20(1)%20(1).pdf