Category: Art

Include the following information: Institution (museum) where works are found, artists’ names, titles of works, country or place where the works were made, dates of execution, and dimensions, and attach illustrations of the two works. Please save the receipt of your museum admission and attach it to your paper as proof of your visit. 
Submit both your hard copy in person and electronic file to Brightspace. 
12 points Time New Roman font, double-spaced, minimum 1,000 words. Please include illustrations with captions. 
1. This assignment requires an in-depth comparative formal analysis of two paintings or two sculptures. You must view the original works, not reproductions. 
2. Choose two works that are similar in subject (e.g., two figurative works or two abstract works), yet different in style, working method, or medium. The closer the subjects are to each other and the more different their styles, the easier your paper will be for you to write. Choose works of art from the first half of the 20th century. You have a lot of freedom in choosing the works. Here are some suggestions for you:  
Two abstract paintings from the same period (Kandinsky vs. Mondrian; Malevich vs. Mondrian).
Two sculptures from the same period (Picasso vs. Brancusi).
Two collages, photomontages, photographs, or photographs as integral parts of a work (Cubism, Futurism, Dada).
Two representational works (Fauvism, German Expressionism, Non-Objectivity, Surrealism, American Precisionism).
Two works, either abstract or representational, dealing with the same issue, such as gender, war, politics, mass culture, or race, yet presented differently.
3. It will be most convenient to choose works on display at the same museum and from its permanent collection rather than a special installation, as you must compare them several times. For a strong American collection, visit the 7th floor of the Whitney Museum of American Art. For Russian Abstract paintings, visit Guggenheim’s permanent collection. For a survey of 20th Century Art, the Museum of Modern Art is the best choice, as it will provide a more than ample selection to choose from. The Metropolitan Museum of Art is a good option for Picasso to Pollock. For those who are interested in German and Austrian Art, visit the Neue Galerie.
Museums charge admission. In most cases, your student ID will allow either greatly reduced or free admission. There are also evenings that are free to the public. Check the museums’ schedules on their websites for hours, closed days, and admission policies. If you wish to visit a Long Island museum, discuss your suggestion with me first. 
4. If you are unsure about your selection of the works, please consult me. I advise you to have several options available in case your first selection does not work well for your paper. 
5. For those who are interested in photography or architecture, please consult me before you begin your assignment. 
6. For a formal analysis of two works of art, generally you should start with descriptions of the works. Try to find the visual similarities and differences between the two works: format, composition, line, color, light, space, technique, texture, and general observations, and then move on to discuss the subject matter of the two works. What are the central issues that each artist focused on through his/her work? After the substantive discussion, give your own interpretations of the two works. Try to address issues of culture and society that interested the artist. 
7. I strongly recommend that you consult Sylvan Barnet’s A Short Guide to Write About Art (Pearson Longman), especially those of you who are new to this kind of writing. 
i’m using Picasso’s “Head of a Woman” and Brancusi’s “Bird in Space” from the MoMA

WRITE AN ESSAY ON the questions below include example and link to theories
1.       What role does Art play in the total development of children?
I.            Discuss the importance of creative self-expression in children within 
the Schematic or Gang Stage. 
II.            What role can teachers, parents, and the community play in
fostering creative growth in children?

Make it sound interesting, dramatic, and deep but keep the words simple like a middle schooler wrote it and make it sound like someone or a story is being told like 3rd person and start it like a story is being told not informative 

To complete this assignment, browse smarthistory.org for an individual artwork, building, monument, or archaeological site that interests you. Your selected work will be represented by an article and/or a video or related multi-media resource. Read the resource(s) for your selected work, and write a minimum 1.5-page essay that:
identifies the work you selected
describes and discusses the work, with a focus on its historical significance
explains what the work tells us about the larger period or culture that it comes from
describes what you found especially fascinating and noteworthy about the work (why did you choose it? why is it especially cool? how did it surprise you?)
To select an artwork, follow these instructions:
1. Go to smarthistory.org
2. Hover over “For Learning”….reveal a drop down menu in which you will see “Art Histories” 
3. Click on a region/period
4. Drill down until you get to the level of individual articles/videos. Select an article/video about an artwork or building that intrigues you.  NOTE: do not select an article/video about a general topic.
5. Read the article/video to learn about your artwork or building. It would be a good idea also to read some of the more general articles/videos about the period or culture your artwork or building comes from.  This will provide you with context to better understand the historical significance of your selected work and how it exemplifies its time and place.
Include at least one photo of your selected work, and be sure to use the photo as a reference point in your discussion (refer to it and use it to help you explain the work). 
Your post must be based on smarthistory.org resources. Posts that make use of outside resources will be downgraded. 
Do not use an artwork you have already discussed in another assignment in this class.
All work must be your own. Submissions that use copied or paraphrased text, text from AI text generator programs, or text from AI writing assistance programs (such as Grammarly) will receive “0” points and may receive a failing grade for the class.
SHORT ESSAY ASSIGNMENT REQUIREMENTS
Short essay assignments are an opportunity for you to practice formal writing. For these assignments, you should
Plan your essay before you write (creating an outline is the best to do this)
Use standard college essay structure, with separate paragraphs for your introduction, main points, and conclusion
Use topic sentences when you begin a paragraph and transition sentences to help guide the reader
Use standard formatting (1-inch margins, 12-point font, double-spaced)
Proofread before you submit
For short essays in this class, do not include a title or header information at the beginning of your essay. Your file upload will identify you.

Please do as the assignment asks, and write a 3 page essay about a exhibition of one of the listed museums in the video attached, you will be able to find videos/ photos of the art on the chosen museums website, DO NOT USE CHAT GPT OR ANY AI APPLICATIONS, Iwill test the paper that you finish on turnitin.com andother ai detection websites.

Read/review the following resources for this activity:
Textbook: Chapter 3, 4          Jacobus, L. A., & Martin, F. D. (2022). The humanities
through the Arts (11th ed.). McGraw-Hill Education. [[VitalSource Bookshelf
version]].  Retrieved from
vbk://9781264360215
Minimum of 1 scholarly source (in addition to the textbook)
Initial Post Instructions
Select the work THE GREAT WAVE painted by Hokusai in our textbook, and write a response that analyzes the art through the lens of a descriptive critic, an interpretive critic, and an evaluative critic. What different things would these critics have to say? Use the following guidelines:
Descriptive Critic: Address at least 3 different elements of art and/or principles of design.
Interpretive Critic: This will require research so that you can understand the subject, meaning, and intent of the work.
Evaluative Critic: Use the standards of perfection, insight, and inexhaustibility (as described in the text).
Excerpt from class textbook:
“Ink and Mixed Media: The great Japanese artist Hokusai was prominent in the first half of the nineteenth century in the medium of woodcuts, using ink for his color. The process is extremely complex, but he dominated in the Edo period, when many artists produced brilliantly colored prints that began to be seen in Europe. French painters in particular found great inspiration in the brilliance of the work. The Great Wave, Hokusai’s most famous work (Figure 4-6), is from his project Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji. Here the mountain is tiny in comparison with the roiling waves threatening even smaller figures in two boats. The power of nature is the subject matter, and the respect for nature may be part of its content” (Jacobus & Martin, 2022, p. 63).
Jacobus, L. A., & Martin, F. D. (2022). The humanities through the Arts (11th ed.). McGraw-Hill Education. [[VitalSource Bookshelf version]].  Retrieved from vbk://9781264360215

Pick any artwork from the Baroque OR the Classical Era. Give a thorough and detailed description of the piece. Define the purpose of objects/figures and the relative size and placement of objects/figures. Describe the use of color, and explain how those colors create mood/tone. Describe the use of texture (if any). Explain any symbols (people, objects, colors, placement can be symbolic). Consider the characteristics that can be attributed to the time period of your piece. Does your piece convey a social or political message? This paper should be written in your own words. Please do not copy historical or analytical information from other sources. The paper must be 2-3 pages in length (500 words minimum) and done in MLA format.
Artcyclopedia.com

Tell us what Animism is?
What is the difference between Animism and Anthrop[omorphism?
Find and describe ten (10) instances of Animism (not anthropomorphism) in our modern society.
Use the instances described above as examples to answer the following questions:
What is the connection between the animal chosen and the modern, human activity?
What qualities are the humans hoping to receive from the chosen animal?
What forms do the animistic activities take: for example: T-Shirts, toys, totem poles etc.? Be specific in your descriptions.
How are real animals treated in the modern world?
Do the modern forms of animism really work for the humans? The animals?
Does the connection to an animal quality or spirit increase the human connection to the natural world?
***Include a Bibliography page *****
***In MLA FORMAT with 5 SOURCES Minimum ***

1 page methodological research atleas two reference books and also i will would like if you can check my theses what is missing 

Instructions
Research Assignment: 
What Makes Art Valuable
Objective: To investigate and understand the factors that contribute to the high costs of artworks and to critically analyze the art market and its influences.
Instructions:
Introduction:
Provide a brief overview of the art market and its significance in the global economy.
Introduce the main question: Why are artworks often associated with high price tags?
Factors Influencing Artwork Prices : Research and discuss the following factors that contribute to the high costs of artworks:
Scarcity and Rarity: Explain how limited availability and rarity of artworks can drive up their prices. Provide examples of artists whose works are considered rare and highly sought after.
Artist Reputation and Recognition: Explore how an artist’s reputation, popularity, and critical acclaim can impact the value of their artworks. Discuss instances where an artist’s background or recognition has led to high prices.
Demand and Market Trends: Analyze the role of demand from collectors, investors, and institutions in shaping artwork prices. Discuss how market trends and shifts can influence the perceived value of certain artists’ works.
Materials and Production Costs: Investigate how the cost of materials, craftsmanship, and production processes can contribute to the overall expenses of creating an artwork. Provide examples of artworks where materials and production have driven up the price.
The Role of Auction Houses and Galleries:
Explain the function of auction houses and galleries in determining artwork prices.
Discuss how auction results and gallery representation can impact an artist’s market value.
Explore instances where artworks have fetched exceptionally high prices at auctions and the factors that contributed to these outcomes.
Investment and Speculation:
Analyze the role of artworks as investment assets. Discuss why some individuals and institutions view art as a valuable investment.
Examine cases where artworks have been bought and sold primarily as investment vehicles, leading to inflated prices.
Consider the risks and benefits of investing in art and its potential impact on the art market.
Case Studies : Choose two or more notable artworks or artists and conduct in-depth case studies to illustrate the factors that contribute to their high prices. Analyze the interplay of artist reputation, rarity, demand, and other relevant factors in determining the artwork’s value.
Conclusion:
Summarize the main factors discussed in the assignment that contribute to the high costs of artworks.
Reflect on the complex relationship between art’s cultural and aesthetic value and its monetary value.
Provide a personal reflection on what you have learned about the economics of the art market and how it shapes the perception of art’s worth.
Submission Guidelines:
The research assignment should be typed and formatted according to the given instructions.
Use credible sources such as academic articles, books, art market reports, and reputable news sources.
Properly cite all sources used in your research using a consistent citation style (e.g., APA, MLA).
The assignment should be submitted by [Submission Deadline].
Grading Criteria:
Thoroughness and depth of research.
Clarity of writing and organization.
Critical analysis and interpretation of factors influencing artwork prices.
Quality of case studies and their relevance to the topic.
Proper citation and adherence to submission guidelines.
Remember that this assignment aims to promote critical thinking and research skills, as well as a deeper understanding of the complex factors that contribute to the high prices of artworks in the art market.