Discuss the form, content, and subject matter of a work of art chosen from the list provided. This is an exercise in recognizing visual elements and principles of design in works of art and demonstrating an understanding of how they relate to each other to create meaning.
First: Select a work of art
Select one of the following listed works of art:
- Circle of Diego Quispe Tito. The Virgin of Carmel Saving Souls in Purgatory. Late 17th century. Fig. 1.22, pg. 17.
- Henri Matisse. Large Reclining Nude. 1935. Fig. 4.24, pg. 85.
- Faith Ringgold. Tar Beach. 1988. Fig. 13.18, pg. 219.
- Henry Ossawa Tanner. The Banjo Lesson. 1893. Fig. 21.15, pg. 373
- Andy Warhol. Marilyn Diptych. 1962. Fig. 24.23, pg. 447.
Format
Describe the use of each visual element and principle of design in the order they are listed in the outline. You can simply list each term and address how it is used in the painting. If you write in paragraph form be sure to identify each term clearly. Any term not addressed will receive 0 points. Provide specific examples. For example, don’t just say “there are lines,” give specific examples of how line is used in the piece you’ve selected
Should be 500 words minimum