Chapter 12 & 13

 PHOTOGRAPHY

 

STAGED PHOTOGRAPHY

Untitled Film Still #7

Cindy Sherman

This photo is an example of staged photography, an act or pose in front of the camera. The artist manipulates the model's position for the take or takes a shot during the performance. I believe Cindy prefers staged photography due to she worked as her own model for years and assumed multiple roles for the work such as wardrobe, makeup artist, and hairdresser. I feel the qualities of this photograph are the black and white print that create a dramatic effect along with the drama of the re enactment itself.

 DECISIVE MOVEMENT

Behind the Gare Saint-Lazare, Paris 

Henri Cartier-Bresson

According to the artist, [decisive movement is] "the simultaneous recognition in a fraction of a second of the significance of an event, as well as the precise organization of forms that give that event its proper expression" He initially was a painter but changed his interest to photos when he saw a picture of black kids running in a wave. It fascinated him knowing that could be captured. This inspired him to take his camera to the streets.

PHOTO MANIPULATION

Aaron & Nathan

Jerry N. Uelsmann

This photo is an example of photo manipulation due to the artist applied various editing techniques to create a unique illusion for effect. Uelsmann photographs with the vision of the negatives by isolating them and then combining them with additional negatives in the dark room. All of this well before the technology of Photoshop makes him a one of a kind.

SCULPTURE

LIGHT SCULPTURE

Untitled from the portfolio Deep Sky

James Turrell

James Turrell's piece is an example of light sculpture due to the light is used to enhance the object that was created. Turrell's interests involve exploring the architecture of space that is created by light. His work is unique due to he plays with light to create a new perspective in the use of unusual spaces.

 MOLDING

Myth of the Western Man

Robert Arneson

This work is an example of molding. Robert Arneson preferred creating ironic molds. He believed that ceramic artists should only produce decorative items and began creating non functional clay moldings. He primarily used his own image for his work to express a frustration with the human condition. I believe his work is unique due its almost pun like and he always stayed true to himself.

 

ASSEMBLAGE

Mirror-Shadow VIII

Louise Nevelson

This piece is an example of assemblage due to its a collection of items placed together which creates a three dimensional view. The work makes the viewer more aware of the shadows to create that ambiance. Active with the women's movement, Louise's aim was to reinvigorate found items to create her artwork. Her large scale works complicated stereotypes and expressed emotion. Her work was unique due to it encouraged female artists to walk a path of self discovery.

Chapter 10 & 11

WOODCUT

Sleeping Woman with Child

Kathe Kollwitz

This print is an example of woodcut. The artist draws a design on a piece of wood and carves out the white shaded areas with a knife or chisel leaving the remaining untouched surface to be covered with paint. The process is unique due to it shows the contrast between light and dark for a dramatic effect.Kathe was a believer in socialism and this print represents a women stricken from poverty barely able to care for herself let alone the proper nourishment for her child.This child could be interpreted as being deceased.

 ETCHING

Entombment; State I

Rembrandt van Rijn

This work is an example of etching which is created by applying pressure using a burin across a metal plate.  This process is unique due to creating an etch is a multiple process including drawing, etching, and an ability to maneuver chemicals for effect at risk of ruining the artwork.

The artist was inspired by the life of Christ and made a series of etchings. Rembrandt was inspired by historical and biblical scenes and later in life received a high commission for his religious works.

 WATERCOLOR

Church Bells Ringing, Rainy Winter Night

Charles Burchfield

This is an example of watercolor painting. The medium is applying pigments in a solution of water and gum arabic to moisten paper. This process is unique due to the artist may use different techniques to accomplish their vision either by working quickly or by carefully controlled lines. Charles was a pantheist and considered religion an enemy of nature. In 1914 he wrote:

''To go forth into life free of superstition, faith, Christian dogma - to look at nature with an innocent mind - how else can one see its beauty,''

GOUACHE

General Toussaint L'Ouverture

Jacob Lawrence

This painting is an example of gouache. The medium of the painting is watercolor combined with Chinese white chalk. This process is unique due to the colors are light reflecting caused by the opaque making it difficult to blend colors together. Jacob's motivation of this work was "Having no Negro history makes the Negro people feel inferior to the rest of the world," explained the artist in 1940. "I don't see how a history of the United States can be written honestly without including the Negro" He wanted to shed light that there were exceptional black leaders that are not recognized.  

ENCAUSTIC

Gray Numbers

Jasper Johns

This work is an example of encaustic. Encaustic is joining pigment with a binder of hot wax. This technique is extremely challenging requiring the artist to work quickly before the wax dries which makes it unique. Jasper prefers to work with “the mind already knows,” “things that were seen and not looked at, not examined”. Using the absense of color was the attempt to be unique in his work, not to be apart of any tradition. His childhood was filled with constant moving and wanted to do the only logical thing in his mind, to concentrate on art and to be somewhere else.

OIL PAINT

Adeline Ravoux

Vincent van Gogh

This painting is an example of oil paint. This particular form of painting versatile because it can be blended to create multiple hues and tones. Oil paint is unique because the artist can create subtle changes in light to accomplish a three dimensional effect. The painting of is a portrait of the daughter of Arthur-Gustave Ravoux. van Gogh lodged at his inn Auvers-sur-Oise. He believed that painting portraits was a method of introspection, a money maker and a way to fine tune skills. Most of his portraits were self due to the lack of money to commission models.

Chapters 8 & 9

Asymmetrical Balance

The Starry Night

Vincent Van Gogh

This painting is an example of asymmetrical balance due to there is no line of symmetry. The small village on the right bottom corner of the painting is balance by the large almost mountain image on the left side of the painting. These are not even therefore creating asymmetrical balance that is pleasing to the eye.

Emphasis

Heliogabal

Anselm Kiefer

This painting is an example of emphasis because the artist is calling attention to particular parts of their work. I believe the primary point of emphasis is the red arrow, there is also a secondary emphasis which pointed out by the yellow arrows and finally the third point of emphasis is the reflection on the water.

 Repetition/Rhythm

Untitled

Laylah Ali

This work is a perfect example of repetition and rhythm. The artist uses this style to allow the viewer to follow the piece easily from one end to the other. I have pointed out multiple visuals of repetition in this painting, the colors the shape of the body, and the positioning.

Contrast/Variety

 Untitled

Louise Lawler

This work is an example of contrast and variety due to the artists use of florencent light versus the darkness in the background. Also the soft florescent light is off set by the dark markers that are stretched across the colors. This technique creates an interesting piece to the viewer.

Visual Movement (Continuation) 

Simultaneous Contrasts: Sun and Moon

Robert Delaunay

This painting is an example of visual movement due to the viewers eye is meant to travel throughout the work almost as a guide. The colors also add an almost continuous flow along with the shapes the artist chose. I find in this painting the colors pull the eye throughout the piece rather than the shapes.

  Scale and Proportion

Some/One

 Do-Ho Suh

This sculpture is an example of scale and proportion. Scale is in regards to the utter size of the suit. The suit is so large that is spills out almost the entire size of the room. The example of proportion in this sculpture is the outstretched arms and the suit shoots down on either side of the torso perfectly even.

Chapter 6 & 7

CROSS HATCHING

Churchyard at the waterside 

by Antoni Waterloo

This drawing is the perfect example of cross hatching. If you look at the dark side of the church you will notice the layers that create a mesh like pattern. This method is used best to describe light, shadow and depth. If you look at the water the absence of the "cross" in the hatching resembles a shining that is presumed a reflection and mirror like reflection of the water.

ANALOGOUS COLOR SCHEME 

Arums

by Mabel A. Royds 

Analogous color scheme is a method of color use in art where the artist chooses colors that are adjacent on the color wheel using the theory that the colors harmonize each other. The dominant color in this particular painting is orange which is carefully balanced. It almost creates a calming and warm feeling.

CHIAROSCURO 

Diogenes 

by Parmigianino

This is an example of chiaroscuro which is a Italian term that  means 'light-dark'. This painting holds a clear tonal contrast that is collaborated throughout the image with a perfect flowing arrangement. The darker flows of the image is veiled or shadowed, the lighter portions of the image is inter-played throughout. 

 

 FROTTAGE

When

by Michael Snow 

This drawing is an example of frottage. Frottage is a technique in art that the artist, in this case, uses a pencil and uses a rubbing over a textured surface. Michael Snow chose a newspaper to create his effect creating an impression.This image is almost a collage with the headlines and adds in the background. A very interesting canvas.

 OP ART

Mavignier, Bilder + Serigraphien

by Almir Mavignier

Op Art is the visual art that has an optical illusion property as if the picture is moving. This picture is an example of Op Art because of the artists precise use of pattern. The absence of color also adds to the painting almost causing a conflict. The viewer can almost imagine or see hidden images almost warped like.

ARBITRARY COLOR

The Houses of Parliament from 

Westminster Bridge

by Andre Derain

This painting demonstrates arbitrary color exactly. Arbitrary color is a color scheme artists use that has no realistic relation to the object. Knowing that parliament is not painted red and yellow it its true form is the perfect example of this term. The artists chooses this scheme for a more expressive approach.

Chapter 4 & 5

AXONOMETRIC PROJECTION

Saqqara Burial Pit with Tumulus Covering

This drawing is an example of Axonometric projection. Using angles with parallel lines that translates space changes the scale in the linar perspective. When looking at the drawing you can see depth and distance appears to be smaller. Most of axonometric projection drawings are utilized by architects and engineers. Axonometric means to measure along axes. This particular drawing has a skewed direction to reveal more than one side in the same picture.

ONE POINT LINEAR PERSPECTIVE

Madonna and Child Enthroned

Bernardo Daddi

This painting is a perfect example of one point linear perspective because the lines are drawn on the plane that represents parallel lines receding to a single point on the viewers horizon. By using one point linear perspective this painting creates the allusion of three dimensional space. The concept is visualizing a horizontal line across the plane under the base of the arms and bottom of the child then diagonal lines from the bottom of the child to either side of the base of the throne almost creating a triangle point. This creates a vanishing point just below the child in the painting.

CONTOUR LINES

Study of a Small Boy

Henri Gaudier-Brzeska

This drawing is an example of contour lines because it creates the allusion of occupying space. The drawing of the boy limits our vision or we can only see the front on him in this point of view. The right side of the boy facing us is given a shadow on the side that represents some depth since he is standing at an angle, the picture is not drawn straight on. This gives the drawing some volume at the viewer's perspective.

LINE ORIENTATION

The Lictors Bring Brutus the Bodies of his Sons

David Jacques-Louis

This painting is an example of line orientation by representing a linear arrangements that show the horizontal, vertical stability and mathematical rational control. The eye is drawn horizontal from the body laying in the background as well as the sheet across the vertical pillars. Brutus' wife's outstretched arm also pulls a dramatic vision of line orientation. The eye travels these lines smoothly.

EXPRESSIVE LINE

The Church at Auvers

Vincent Van Gogh

This piece is a great example for expressive line usage. Expressive lines are described as loose and free. This particular painting protrays a laid back feel which some could consider a more unique and creative concept of painting. Van Gogh's creation using expressive lines gives the artwork personality, almost picking up his mood while painting. With the use of the expressive lines the church has the allusion that it is moving, along with the color scheme the painting is eerie and gloomy.

FORESHORTENING

Boy Drinking

Annibale Carracci

Foreshortening is a method of rendering, in this case, a figure is a picture in depth. The artist painting the picture and an unusal angle which causes distortion to the eye. We see the wine bottle is portrayed larger seeming closer to the viewer while the head is pushed back smaller at a awkward angle seems further away. The hand holding the glass to the boy's lips is also oddly larger than the head showing the hand is closer as well. This example of foreshortening uses multiple objects to show depth.

Assignment 2

FORM VS. CONTENT

Evan Holloway
The low tech approach Evan takes is an interesting art strategy. The sharp barbed wire along with bizarre baby dolls entwined moves humor in his work. With this casual aesthetic vibe shows skepticism and an ironic, irrelevant attitude proving not to take himself too seriously.

 

REPRESENTATIONAL

Dyak Suspension Bridge, Sarawak

This work is considered Representational due to its a specific portrayal of a recognizable setting. Its easy to capture this painting as a beautiful and serene setting of water, lush foliage sharing the world with man. A bridge is visible in the distance along with a man crossing as well as a few canoe boats floating along the water. This is a perfect example of representational art. 

ABSTRACTION

Water Lilies Claude Monet 
The classic beauty of Monet's lily  paintings are an example of abstraction. This peaceful setting with bright lively brush strokes are able to capture the outdoors and light reflections perfectly. What makes this painting in the category of abstraction is due to the painting does not look realistic at a distance; however, in close quarters you can understand what the painting is about and Monet's execution.

  NON-REPRESENTATIONAL

 Artichoke, Halved

Edward Henry Weston
The black and white, up close representation of the artichoke halved distorts the image in a way that it would be difficult to point out what the image in the photograph is. An artichoke is recognizable; however, due to the authors view without direction its not likely to depict.

ICON

The Last Supper
Leonardo da Vinci
Possibly one of the most recognizable Christian paintings in religious history, Leonardo depict his version of Christ's last supper with his disciples. This painting represents icon art because its a image that is repeated and well known by many cultures that represents historical events, or concepts.

Iconoclasm

Rubens, Peter, Paul,Sir, 

Constantine Destroying the Idols det. Constantine

Iconoclasm is purposefully defacing religious icons or monuments for political or religious motives. This painting is an example because it shows Constantine destroying a temple that Hadrian built for Venus in hopes of removing any inkling of pagan beliefs throughout Palestine. In doing so he also declared Christianism as the only official religion of the Roman Empire. This painting is the perfect representation of iconoclasm including a man holding a large cross that marks Christianity.

Roles of the Artist: Aesthetic & Kitsch

Yayoi Kusama's

Dot's Obsession 

 This image takes the role of helping us see the universe in new and innovative ways.Yayoi describes what when she was a child she began suffering from hallucinations thus began her obsession with dots. She saw dots on everything and began to show the world through unique art interpretation. She believes we should all be one with eternity. Be one with the environment. This masterpiece describes the role of being one with the universe I believe because its calming and refreshing. It makes me think of throwing a stone in water causing countless ripples. Truly a relaxing piece which she has not made too many in this fashion. This is one of my favorite works.

 John Ahearn & 

Rigoberto Torre

Orange Plants Romulus & Laica

 This piece is an example of artists making a visual record of people and animals, events in their time and place. The plaster looks life-life and captures the spirit of the man and man's best friend. I am partial to German Shepards and I love animals which is why I chose this piece to discuss. I also felt that this piece was the most unique because of the dog. Most of the artists' bodies of work are of humans only. The plaster molds fuses the two together as friends and work partners.

Kane Kwei

Coffin in the shape of a Mercedes

 This piece is an example of artists making practical objects more pleasing to give them a unique meaning. Losing a loved one is probably the most difficult aspect of life. Kwei celebrates life through extravagant coffins to shed light on the deceased person's interests and occupations. This particular coffin was made for the wealthy. These coffins are not only made for funerals but also to intrigue the art world. I chose to show this piece because it reminds me of an old cigar box my grandfather had. Interesting to look at and serves a purpose.

Jan van Eyck

The Crucifixion; The Last Judgement

This piece tugs at Christianity's heart strings. I consider this the perfect example of the artist reaching out universal legitimacy and unexplained forces. It plays into believers personal feelings. The vivid colors and realism of the painting would be the perfect depiction of the bible for believers. Seeing these images takes them to Christ's crucifixion, dying for sins and the last judgement believers who will follow Christ will rise. I could see this painting in any Christian church it is a beautiful piece I personally love the colors.

Despite being two of the most graphic and unsettling portions of the bible this painting I believe anyone can appreciate, it really is beautiful whether you are a believer or not.

Unknown Artist

Fan

An absolute exquisite piece of work. I believe this piece to be considered Aesthetic due to if the image was painted on just a regular canvas I do not believe it would be as interesting or beautiful. This art displayed on a fan adds a positive spin on the work creating the feeling of delicacy.