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.