For this discussion, I want each of you to tell me what you think art is and 3 reasons why it matters to you. (50 points)   You must respond to at least 2 different student’s threads. (50 points)   It cannot just be “I agree with you” or “That is cool,” your responses need […]

For this assignment: I want you to examine the use of value and space used in Raphael’s The School of Athens (1.3.21a).   You should point out the many different ways (at least 3) that the artwork creates the illusion of depth, and explain how it is being achieved.   Think of the elements of […]

Question 1The word “philosophy” literally means     Love of Bickering     Love of Wisdom     Love of Humanity     Love of Women    Question 2Critical thinking is     Passively absorbing ideas and information     Thinking inside the box     Thinking outside the box     Conforming our ideas […]

After looking over the details in this image, I want you to give me 3 reasons on why you think this is or isn’t art. Explain each of your reasons with a minimum of 4 sentences each. Do not give me 2 on why it is art and then 1 on why it isn’t. You […]

Artist name, year created, medium used (oil paint, marble, etc.), techniques used.   Narrative of artwork- what is the meaning, what are the subjects in the artwork, what was the artist trying to say?   Symbolism in artwork? Be specific.   Context surrounding artwork-What was happening in that time/area? Were most artworks of similar subject […]

Fun Debate Assignment!   The effects of art objects during times of war.   Watch the following video links to gain a full understanding of the context of the issue before starting this assignment.   Video 1     (Links to an external site.)Video 2      (Links to an external site.)Video 3 (Links to an […]

Because drawing is often the first expression of an artist’s ideas, does this mean that it is superior to other media? An initial sketch or a doodle on a napkin could hold more insight into the idea in its pure state than a carefully refined or labored artwork.”   What is your opinion? Discuss using […]

Audio recording explaining this assignment is embedded below for those who would like to use it. (It is my first time using this….yay technology!)   (You must read our sections for this week before completing this assignment)   Looking at the section 1.10 in our textbook, I want you to choose only 1 artwork to […]

You will be making your own Albers inspired artwork, giving it a title, and then explaining your choices in at least 6 sentences. Read all the instructions please!   Look at images 1.4.26a and 1.4.26b by Josef Albers below (or in textbook).   Albers.jpg   I want you to create your own versions! You can […]

Question 1The earliest surviving paintings in the world are found in caves.     True     False    Question 2Prehistoric female figurines that refer to reproduction are called fertility figures.     True     False    Question 3Bulls were often shown in the art of the Minoans.     True     False […]