The two images I chose for the analysis paper are Martini, Simone and Lippo Memmi, Annunciation with Saints Ansanus and Margherita (1333) and Brunelleschi, Filippo, Dome of Florence Cathedral (1420-36). The reason I chose these are because they relate to the Catholic religion in different ways. The Annunciation with Saints Ansanus and Margherita was the beginning of the Catholic art during the Gothic time period while the Dome of Florence Cathedral was not only a masterpiece of artwork it was also a breakthrough for the construction during that time and for the rest of history.…
Figure 3: News, 1991, Jan Senbergs I was also attracted to another painting, News (1991) by Jan Senbergs (see Figure 3). Due to its large size and appealing colour pallet of blue and browns, this piece at first, appeared quite aesthetically attractive. However, as I viewed the work longer and read into the piece, I saw the not so pleasant, surreal mechanical forms and the harsh brushstrokes that were created by the textured and expressively applied paint. These elements created a feeling of discomfort within me. This artwork was supposedly painted in response to the Gulf War of 1990-1991, where Iraq invaded Kuwait (Australian War Memorial, 2017).…
You will review two artists from different historical periods. Using your understanding of the works of art, the artists who created them, and the periods in which the artists created the artworks, you will formulate your opinions and then create and deliver a presentation.…
VDread Scott artwork “what is the proper way to display the US flag?” In the exhibit, they place the flag the United States flag on the floor and they have a book to so people can write their opinion. Above the book, there is a picture of South Korea students burning the flag. “President Bush Sr. declared What is the Proper Way… “disgraceful” and the entire US Congress denounced this work as they passed legislation to “protect the flag.”(Dread Scott.net) Dread Scott had the courage to display his artwork the way he did. I think it was brave of him to display it in the form he did. His artwork is controversial because in order for people to write there thought they have to be willing to step on the flag.…
Down for the Count is a heavy work that is used to depict the times of the Great Depression. Fletcher Martin was very distinct about what he wanted us to see and how he wanted us to see it. The subject matter is surrounded by supporting details such as the color, light, space, and also the size and scale.…
Bernardo de Galvez was a Spanish military leader who later served as a colonial governor. At the hotel which was named for him, Hotel Galvez, there hangs a picture of the man in full military dress. Many guests have reported that they feel uneasy as they approach the painting and swear that the portraits’ eyes follow them as they move.…
Working in Spain from 1577 onward, this painter’s style was greatly affected by Byzantine influences.…
The purpose of this assignment is to compare and contrast Giuliano Bugiardini’s Madonna and Child with St. John the Baptist, and the Master of Frankfurt’s Holy Kinship. Both are examples of Renaissance paintings, however, Bugiardini’s piece is an example of southern Renaissance, where the Master of Frankfurt’s is one of northern Renaissance.…
In this painting, Picasso forgot all known form and depictions of classic art. He used distortion of a women's form and geometric forms in an new way, which challenged the idealized representations of female beauty that was expected in paintings. It also shows the influence of African art on…
This piece of art by Richard Watson is based on the story of Pharaoh and the Israelites from the Bible verse, Exodus 14:8. The main focus of the artwork is the hardship of people of color during White supremacy, and it is compared to the suffering Israelites faced under Pharaoh. This piece is an oil painting on a wood panel, and it is a single media brushwork with a combination of images that emphasize black life.…
The painting in the Mint Museum of Art Collection that I have chosen for my paper is titled Philip the Fair, by Kehinde Wiley. He painted this piece in 2006. He portrays a naturalistic style of an anonymous young African-American male model. It’s a larger than life painting standing one hundred and twelve inches by eighty-six inches tall. One must look up at the painting if not standing far enough away to view it entirely. This piece is an oil and enamel on canvas resulting in intense colors with a lustrous surface.…
Attempting to change social and political conditions, activist art has recently been a popular subject among artists and art critics alike. Those most active within the art market have much criticism for activist and political art. Activists however, don’t seem to be too concerned as their main priority is the activism rather than the physical, which is where most criticism is based. Critics believe activist art cannot be considered true art because it is leaning on a notion of morality. They also believe it is lacking a certain quality of art and because it serves a function, it cannot fit in with traditional fine arts. Activist art also, in a way, distances itself from traditional fine arts by sometimes presenting itself as unappealing as…
What makes a painting iconic? For the most part it’s the buyer, which explains why Jackson Pollock’s number 5 is worth 250 million dollars. However, normally paintings with history and a story behind them are what make them iconic, and nothing has a bigger influence than historic art. What is it about historical leaders that people admire so much? Why after so many years people still fantasies about? Historical art has great influence on societies. It has not only been used to incite revolutions against oppressors, but to also maintain oppressing governments in power. My analysis will concentrate mostly on the similarities and differences of “George Washington Crossing the Delaware” and “Napoleon Crossing the Alps”, two very influential paintings…
The Northern Renaissance began as a result of Italian's strong influence on neighboring countries when it came to artwork with Christian themes, as well as the prolonged conflict between France and England that caused several artists to relocate. In order to avoid the outbreak of The Hundred Year's War and successfully search for inspiration, artists migrated out of the country to further their work, while also showcasing new thoughts and ideals that were widely unknown to artists who lived in Germany, England and France. In spite of the overwhelming crisis that Europe was under, the country was still able to experience cultural growth and artist persisted with confidence and ambition, encouraging individuality and social freedom among their…
What makes a piece of art art? Is it the creation itself or is it a combination of elements that make a piece a good piece of art. Artist use elements to add depth and meaning to the pieces they create. Artist such as Vincent Van Gogh, Sol LeWitt, Diego Velazquez, and Edward Hopper all had pieces that they used different forms to help capture the attention of the viewer and express their true meaning with the techniques they used in their portraits.…