Assignment:
Essay 1
Choose one of the possible images from your image list to answer the following question using the 4 part critique process: Description, Analysis, Interpretation and Judgement. Below are things to consider as you prepare to answer this essay using the critique process.
A. Identify the artist and title for your chosen image.
B. Size and location of the artwork.
C. Identify the media and techniques for your chosen image.
D. Identify the subject and style for your chosen image.
E. Describe in detail 3 art elements for your chosen image.
F. Describe in detail 2 art principle for your chosen image.
Essay 2
(This paper should be at least 3 pages, double-spaced, 12pt Times New Roman font)
When you use sources for this essay make sure that you cite the information that you use, if you quote directly from a source. Plagiarism will not be tolerated on this final essay.
A. Discuss Modern Art and the art exhibit that the Nazi's had called "Degenerate Art".
? Explain the transition from Realism to Modern Art. Explain characteristics, possible historical reasons for the change in style from Realism to the Modern Art movement. List some of the artists from the following Art Movements: Impressionist, Post-Impressionist, Fauvist, Expressionist, Cubist, Dadaist, Surrealism, Abstract Expressionist and Pop Art.
? Consider why the Nazi's didn't like Modern Art and chose to call this form of art degenerate.
Give specific reasons why the Nazi's attacked Modern Art.
? In the past people have been condemned for their art and views. Examples of certain ideals for art prior to the Nazi's and "Degenerate Art Exhibit" were the Spanish Inquisition, the Salon of Paris, and due to various religions. Discuss and argue whether or not you feel that government
or groups should dictate what is considered to be art. Give specific points as to why you feel the way you do.
B. Discuss the artwork of Nick Cave and the performance Feat. that was performed at the Frist Art Museum in Nashville, TN.
? Give background information on Nick Cave, including what led to his creation of Sound Suits.
Also, discuss the use of community in the creation of Feat.
? Based upon the performance discuss how Nick Cave's work relates to African Art and the message that you feel is trying to be portrayed in each segment. By each movement address the terms that are in parenthesis for each of the movements: "The Blanket Statement" (Minkisi Containers, Nkondi), "Up Right" (Masquerade) and "The Heard" (Masquerade, costumes, mask).
? Discuss how the following components work within the performance: music, spoken word, singing, costumes, use of attendants and visual components.
? Reflect upon what you took from the performance. What message did you get from the work and how do you feel about the work?