Critical Analysis and interpretation of artwork

Instructions ART 103 Instructions for Writing Assignment | Critical Analysis - WA/Interpretations and Meanings

Writing Assignment-Interpretations and Meanings essay

Resources Review and Read Chapter 1-5 and 13, Exploring Art, A Global, Thematic Approach.

Objective This critical analysis | writing assignment-Meanings and Interpretations essay will demonstrate your ability to analyze a work of art from an artist of your choosing based on the formal elements, principles of composition, and to form an opinion about the selected work. Students will indicate insight to the intent of the artist; as well as expand writing skills and research abilities. Students first writing assignment consists of multiple parts: a biographical sketch of an artist of your choosing, plus a critical analysis of a work of art by an artist resonates with you but You cannot use an image of an artwork that we have already studied, ALWAYS CHOOSE new works of art); and finally, a Work Cited page documenting your source materials. See example attached to give you an idea of what I'm looking for - do not use this work or artist as your own submission.

Instructions 1. Biographical sketch - This portion of the writing assignment should be comprised of biographical information on an artist of your choice.

* Length: At least 3 complete paragraphs but no less than 400 words * Suggestions for material: Name, date and place of birth and death, family information, lifetime accomplishments, famous art pieces, effects or impact on society, historical significance. Only include biographical information that gives insight to the intent of the artist. Remember to put all of this information into your own words!

2. Provide a bibliographical reference in the correct MLA style with at least 3 sources. Online sources are ok, but do not forget to use your textbook. If you fail to provide a Work Cited page - you will receive an automatic deduction of points. Do not forget to include this!

3. Critical Analysis - This portion of the writing assignment needs to be the student's opinion of a work of art by the same artist you chose for the biographical sketch. Write an essay clarifying and accounting your responses, your interest, excitement or frustrations that relate to your selected work of art. Be creative in your descriptions, be thoughtful in your views, be respectful in your responses and take your time. This portion of the assignment is your interpretation of the meaning of the work.

*You must base, at least, your description on the principles of design and the elements of art, as well as, a combination or selection of meaningful materials, context, societal impact and historical "importance" - using this specific vocabulary throughout. Do not simply describe the work or state whether or not you "like" the work. * Length: At least 4 complete paragraphs but no less than 500 words

When selecting a work of art to write an interpretation, ask yourself: Why was I compelled to write about the work? Explain. What understandings, of the artwork, do I already possess? Explain. How will I convert my responses into words, in order for the reader to share my insight? Provide the artist full name, title and date. Does the title give you any clues or expand your understanding of the art work? What is the medium/media? How does the medium inform your interpretation? Give a description of the work. Make direct comparisons between what you are "looking" at and what you are thinking and feeling. What is the artist process? What did the artist have to know or do to produce this work of art? Does the process inform the meaning of the work of art?

Putting your interpretation on paper requires that we take a second or third look at what is in front of us.

Write for yourself to clarify your ideas. Review and rewrite for your audience. Your audience for this essay is/are your classmates. Tell them: What they need to know, in an orderly way and in a language that they will understand. This class is about how you connect to the Visual Arts. Respond in your essay with conviction as if you art the expert.