The role(s) of images in non-literate Culture Speculate about why images might be important in non-literate cultures. What might be one concern about images used in religious rituals? Can you identify an example of a non-religious icon.
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Describe how the Greek gods and goddess were portrayed in Greek sculpture.
Describe how the Greek gods and goddess were portrayed in Greek sculpture. Why were they portrayed this way? In what periods of sculpture do they appear? Cite specific works of art to help illustrate your descriptions.
Discuss what physical observations led you to choose it as your favorite.
Journal Entry Using the sculpture: Black Wall by Louise Nevelson answer these questions: Describe the sculpture. What is it about this sculpture that attracts you? Is it beautiful, interesting, makes you curious, reminds you of … ? Discuss what physical observations led you to choose it as your favorite. When you look at this sculpture, […]
What is the main concept they are trying to present in the specific piece of artwork that you have shared?
Below the image write a 2-3 paragraph response about the artwork you selected and relate the meaning of the piece to the quote by Sol Lewitt. Include connections to ideas presented in the lecture and resources and answer the following questions: How has the artist used the medium and images to create meaning in their […]
How does Baxandall’s discussion about the social and economic conditions of art production during this period impact our understanding of the paintings produced?
Read: Michael Baxandall, Chapter 1: Conditions of Trade in Painting and Expression in Fifteenth Century Italy, (Oxford Press, 1972) available via E-Reserves, DePaul University Library In this chapter, Baxandall summarizes the changes in style in 15th-century Italian painting, drawing connections between the terms of artist-client contracts and the artistic development that occurs during this period. […]
Organize and develop artistic ideas and work.
Analisys of Massachusetts Curriculum Framework Cluster 1: Creating art with artistic intent. Artistically literate students generate, organize, and refine artistic ideas using a variety of strategies and tools to serve an intended purpose for their artistic work. Practice 1. Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work. Through exploration, students generate a wide variety of innovative […]
Was this museum designed by a noted architect-Did the building reflect the art?
With the limited hours of museums during the Coronavirus pandemic, the Museum Assignment can now be a virtual visit. Choose a museum from any country in the world and write about what you have seen, what you liked, disliked, was surprised to see, and what you have learned. This assignment needs to be 3-5 pages […]
Does the Archaic figure borrow from ancient Egyptian sculpture?
Assignment discussion: ⦁ Does the Archaic figure borrow from ancient Egyptian sculpture? Why or why not? How does the Greek figure differ from the Egyptian style? ⦁ Does the Classical figure show an advance in naturalism? Why or why not? What did the artist do to make it more life-like? Describe details. ⦁ What was […]
How does the Greek figure differ from the Egyptian style?
Good, Better, Best? This activity will help you track the evolution of Greek naturalism and aesthetic ideal during the Archaic, Classical, and Hellenistic periods. For your initial post, choose two figures, one from the Archaic period and one from the Classical period. These may come from your text or be found online (you may not use the […]
What do you think might be another limitation to painting in a pointillist style?
Art history Post-Impressionism 1) Cezanne “The Father of Modern Art” Watch the video linked below and write a short paragraph explaining why you think Cezanne is referred to as “The Father of Modern Art.” Use at least one painting discussed in the video to support your argument. Do you think this “nickname” is apt? Why […]
