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Summary of Reading in 40 words:
Abstract art cannot be understood easily just by looking at it and trying to figure out what it is, and (from what I inferred) we are supposed to just look at it and let it sink in.
Key Words: (20)
element, shape, color, form, material, detailed, abstract, visual, experience, emotion, sensation, vibrant, freedom
Week 1
Artist Reference: NAME OF ARTIST (year to year)
Source: https://www.guggenheim.org/artwork/1023
Title of Work: Simultaneous Windows (2nd Motif, 1st Part)
Year: 1912
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 55.2 x 46.7 cm ( 21 3/4 x 18 3/8 inches )
Location: Guggenheim Museum
SEE
(Describe what you see)
THINK
(Analyse & Interpret)
WONDER
(Develop Curiosity)
What do you see?
shapes without outlines
What are the subjects in the Artwork?
a certain tower-looking shape
What are the Elements of Art used in the Artwork?
colour, shapes
What are some subjects in the foreground, middleground and background of the Artwork?
How are the subject matters arranged?
overlapping one another with different shades of colour which gives of an image when looked at
Why did you think the artist arranged the subjects in this manner?
no clue
What do you think the Artist is trying to communicate in the artwork? How does the artwork make you feel?
overwhelmed? many options?
How do you think the elements of art were used to convey the Artist's intentions?
How was principles of design used to communicate and idea/ emotion?
Why do you think the Artist emphasised certain element in the work?
What are you curious about the Artwork?
What are you wonder about the Artist's thought processes?
What is interesting to you about this Artwork? And why?
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 do you like to keep, destroy or replace? Why?
Week 2: Understanding Abstract Art
Sketches - Circles and Bubbles, Pyramids, Organic Folds
Circle
Triangular
Curve
Week 3 and 4: Wire Sculpting Units
The Cuboid, Pyramid and Perfect Sphere
Cuboid wire sculpture
Second attempt
TRY IT !
2 Connecting Units
My Challenges: (30 words)
Fingers hurt
My Strategies to overcome them: (30 words)
Take breaks in between each attempt of twisting of wire.
Week 5: Design Draft
Making Abstract Art Pop
Design Draft 1
Design draft of my 3D Abstract Artwork
Design draft of my 3D Abstract Artwork
Describe your intentions and process plan.
WHAT am I making: A cylinder tower that stands around the southwest of Dirwik
HOW do I plan to do this: Make multiple rings, connect with weaving to form cylindrical shape
WHY (intention): Unique structural design
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