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Summary of Reading in 40 words:
Abstract art is open to interpretation, and people may see things differently, so people have the freedom to explore the art piece and its meaning. To be able to get the full impact of the painting and better understand its meaning, you have to see it in person.
Key Words: (20)
array, lush, energy, open, interpretation, inquiring, enrich, express, creativity, confusing, meaning, influence, symphony, emotions, sensations, memories, interact, strength, imagine, detailed
Week 1
Artist Reference: NAME OF ARTIST (year to year)
Title of Work: senecio
Year: 1922
Medium: oil on gauze
Dimensions: 40.3cm x 37.4cm
Location: Basel Art Museum
SEE
(Describe what you see)
THINK
(Analyse & Interpret)
WONDER
(Develop Curiosity)
What do you see?
a person with a somewhat distorted face
What are the subjects in the Artwork?
a man
What are the Elements of Art used in the Artwork?
colours, lines, shapes, forms
What are some subjects in the foreground, middleground and background of the Artwork?
the man in the foreground, and squares in the middleground and in the back ground
in the background, there were patches of different tones of orange. in the middleground, there is a circle, square and rectangle. in the foreground, there are 2 eyes
How are the subject matters arranged?
They are arranged in the order of colour
Why did you think the artist arranged the subjects in this manner?
What do you think the Artist is trying to communicate in the artwork? How does the artwork make you feel?
I think he is trying to show curiosity and excitement, as the tone of the colours the artists used are very bright
How do you think the elements of art were used to convey the Artist's intentions?
colours- they are very vibrant, which makes the artwork seem very positive
line- the use of mostly straight linesin the background makes the artwork look very bold
How was principles of design used to communicate and idea/ emotion?
the asymmetrical artwork shows dynamics and imbalance, which creates a sense of curiosity for the audience.
Why do you think the Artist emphasised certain element in the work?
I think the artist made the painting more asymmetrical to make the artwork more unique
What are you curious about the Artwork?
Why did the artist choose to use yellow and orange?
What are you wonder about the Artist's thought processes?
Why did the artist decide to make the artwork asymmetrical? Why is there no mouth?
What is interesting to you about this Artwork? And why?
It is very unique and different from most art pieces and I feel like not everyone will learn to appreciate it
Are there any areas such as the title, style, or medium of the artwork that you are unsure and would like to know more?
What inspired the artist to choose the pattern of the colours?
What do you like to keep, destroy or replace? Why?
I would like to keep the texture, as it looks very unique despite being an oil on gauze painting
Week 2: Understanding Abstract Art
Sketches - Circles and Bubbles, Pyramids, Organic Folds
element: circles
principle: movement, variety, form
intention: different faces that may look like different things to different people
element: pyramids
principle: form, variety, pattern
intention: sky gliders on the left, and oceans on the right
element: organic folds
principle: lines, movement, rhythm
intention: show how chaotic the ocean may be
Week 3 and 5: Wire Sculpting Units
The Cuboid, Pyramid and Perfect Sphere
Cuboid wire sculpture
My Challenges: (30 words)
it was difficult to straighten the wires entirely and ensure that the sides are equal as the wires keep slipping when fastening the ends, so the measurements weren't accurate.
My Strategies to overcome them: (30 words)
I tried my best to ensure that it does not slip too much by holding it tighter and I tried to make the sides more equal by measuring so even if it slips a bit the measurements won't be too far off.
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