Modern Art Research Assignment - Painting Unit


Modern Art Research Assignment

Modern art includes artistic work produced during the period extending roughly from the 1860s to the 1970s, and denotes the styles and philosophy of the art produced during that era. The term is usually associated with art in which the traditions of the past have been thrown aside in a spirit of experimentation.


Step 1.
In this section find out some general information about your artist. Put it in your own words

Birth/Death
Where was the artist from?
Did the artist go to art school or have any training?




Step 2.
In this section talk about the techniques and inspiration the artist used in their work.

What media(s) did the artist use?
What is the main style and characteristics of the artists work?
What influenced the artist?





Step 3.
Analyzing the art work.
You will email 2 high quality images of the artists work (one of which you will use for inspiration in your own work)

#1.
Title and date -
What can you see in the picture?
What medium has been used to create the work?
The colours are….
The lines/shapes/patterns are….
The medium has been applied ising…(thick strokes, loose strokes, etc.)
The art work makes me feel…(why?)


#2.
Title and date -
What can you see in the picture?
What medium has been used to create the work?
The colours are….
The lines/shapes/patterns are….
The medium has been applied ising…(thick strokes, loose strokes, etc.)
The art work makes me feel…(why?)


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