Description
Question #1
Comparing & Contrasting:
1. Use 2 separate documentary films. Choose 1 artwork from each film.
2. Make sure the 2 artworks are completely different mediums. Some examples: paint, graphite/pencil, charcoal, clay/ceramic, marble, bronze, glass, wood, etc.
3. Make sure the 2 artworks are not of the same type, meaning you cannot discuss 2 paintings despite one being acrylic and another oil, or 2 sculptures despite one being bronze and the other marble, etc. The idea is to discuss 2 artworks that obviously seem different at first glance.
4. Discuss how the 2 artworks are different both visually and in their mediums/use of materials.
5. Discuss what makes the 2 artworks similar.
Do not go to Google for answers to the questions or supporting information. The comparing & contrasting experience is rooted in observation and comprehension. Some helpful tips while considering/discussing your chosen artworks from the documentary films may include: What is it you are seeing? What is it that is being said about the artworks? Despite being different, how might you bridge a connection?
If any portion of your entry is not yours, meaning you used/referred to other sources, your journal entry will receive a zero.
Writing your Submission:
Write a short essay that answers the above criteria in no more than 250 words.
Be sure to document which films you chose. In addition, you must not forget to provide the titles of each artwork and time stamp them accordingly from the film they appeared in (Riace Bronze at 12:16 in “Beneath the Calabrian Sea”). Sometimes the films can be sketchy with art piece titles, so this is security for backing you up. The purpose of this exercise is to promote critical thinking. Be sure to provide detailed and supportive answers.
The best method for entering your essays into canvas is to cut and paste them after they have been through spell checking and translating.
Points will be distributed in this manner:
Original and relevant content – Displaying you have studied and are knowledgeable of the material by writing your own thoughts and feelings regarding the material’s content.
A critical analysis – Exhibiting you have engaged with the material by providing original, insightful observations and thought-provoking commentary.
Quality of writing – Clearly and concisely articulates ideas and feelings about the material utilizing good sentence fluency (syntax), spelling, and grammar. College-level writing is required.
DO NOT use outside sources to help write your journal entry.
Here are the videos for question #1
Question #2
Tessellations are a means of “tiling the plane”. They are decorative, repetitive works of art made in various mediums. M.C. Escher, the Dutch graphic designer was known for his extensive work with tessellations.
Using examples from Escher, and the weblinks provided to you in Helpful Tessellation Links, search for a tessellation in person to show the class.
Write a short essay that answers the above criteria in no more than 350 words.
Discussion Questions:
1. Tell us why you chose the tessellation.
2. What is it about the tessellation that made an impression on you?
3. What exactly makes the pattern/decoration you chose a tessellation? Provide specific details. Be sure to discuss some principles of design and elements of art to help further back up your claims.
I upload picture (IMG_6084.pdf) that you have to use to answer the 1-3 discussion questions for this assignment, andI upload a video that help you to answer the questions.
Discussion- points max
Original and relevant content Displaying you have studied and are knowledgeable of the material by addressing required prompts and writing your own thoughts and feelings regarding the material’s content.
A critical analysis – Exhibiting you have engaged with the material by addressing prompts directly by providing original, insightful observations and thought-provoking commentary- in both your post and classmate responses.
Engaging Responses – Engage in critical analysis of the content present in your classmate’s post. You are expected to provide insightful observations, thought-provoking commentary, or feedback to your classmates. Only responses that engage and encourage critical thinking will receive maximum credit.
Quality of writing – Clearly and concisely articulates ideas and feelings about the material utilizing good sentence fluency (syntax), spelling, and grammar. College-level writing is required.
Question #3
Discuss what is so special about the piece to you. In addition, you must provide a visual analysis utilizing the Principles of Design and Elements of Art. Be sure to discuss the medium/material of the artwork. Use terminology that applies to the type of artwork you have chosen. It highly advisable that you research some terms. If you are able to provide some information about the artist, do so. Don’t forget to tell me where the artwork is located. Also, be sure to include good shots of the artwork that you are discussing.
Write a short essay that answers the above criteria in no more than 300 words.
Remember that this is not a grade school style book report. Avoid making this entirely about where the artist was born, who they married, the name of their dog or cat, etc. In addition, avoid plagiarizing art historical information. If you are using anyone else’s words, YOU MUST CITE THE SOURCE. So in the case of this presentation, you must say “according to so and so, they said that this portrait’s colours represent the anguish the artist felt towards the relationship with the person depicted on the canvas.” Things look/sound suspicious when all of the sudden you become posh art historians. Cite your sources.
Final Presentation Rubric
1. Historical Reference, Artist, Title, Date, Medium, and Location –The student provided in-depth historical context
2. Formal Visual Analysis, Style in context of Design principles – The student provided an in-depth formal visual analysis and clear examples of design principles’ role in creating the artwork.
3. Clarity of Communication & Creativity, The clarity in both speaking and ideas expressed. Also,
the overall quality of the video production – The clarity in voicing (speaking) and audio was high quality, effectively conveying their ideas and connecting with their viewers.
Here is a link to a nice Art Find Presentation. It’s creative, uses voice over and has some additional creative tidbits that may help you
This video should further help with understanding the Principles of Design. It would be wise to familiarize yourselves with these principles and concepts as they are a huge part of your Art Find presentation and other assignments.
This video should further help with understanding the Elements of Art. It would be wise to familiarize yourselves with these terms and concepts as they are a huge part of your Art Find presentation and other assignments.
I upload the pictures that I need you to use to answer question #3 (IMG_2836 a.pdf , IMG_2835 a.pdf , IMG_6088a.pdf).