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ARTS 1A: Discussion 8

A Ukrainian hugs his 4-year-old granddaughter Diana, left, and his daughter Olena, right, after they crossed the border from Shehyni, Ukraine, into Medyka, Poland, on February 25. Published by Vox.

Digital photograph by Michael Kappeler You know from writing your analysis paper that art lives in public parks, museums, our homes, and on city walls. Where else does art live? It lives in our newspapers and online reporting venues. Amidst suffering, we make art wherever we are and with whatever tools we have. Respond to any of these questions: 1. Carefully study this photograph by Berlin-based photographer Michael Kappeler. What are the elements of art or principles of design that make this work of art visually powerful?

2. What does the photographer communicate with this image?

3. What is the job of a photojournalist?

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