Summary of Reading in 40 words:
Understanding abstract art requires an open mind and imagination. It invites personal interpretation, focusing on form, color, line, texture, and composition. Abstract art isn’t about recognizable objects but evokes emotions and sensations. Viewing it in person enhances the experience.
Key Words: (20)
Abstract, Interpretation, Imagination, Open-mindedness, Form, Color, Line, Texture, Composition, Personal, Experience, Emotions, Sensations, Creativity, Exploration, Visual, Nonverbal, Free, Expression, Artistic
Week 1
Artist Reference: (year to year)
Title of Work: gray tree
Year: 1911
Medium: oil on canvas
Dimensions: 78.50 cm × 107.5 cm (30.9 in × 42.3 in)
Location:
SEE
(Describe what you see)
THINK
(Analyse & Interpret)
WONDER
(Develop Curiosity)
What do you see?
What are the subjects in the Artwork?
What are the Elements of Art used in the Artwork?
What are some subjects in the foreground, middleground and background of the Artwork?
How are the subject matters arranged?
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?
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
circles and bubbles
elements: different size
principal: equal balance
intention: yes
rectangle
elements: different size
principal: equal balance
intention: yes
curves
elements: different size
principal: equal balance
intention:
Week 3 and 4: Wire Sculpting Units
The Cuboid, Pyramid and Perfect Sphere
Pyramid Wire Sculpture
not the worst
the wire was still hard
My Challenges: (30 words)
My Strategies to overcome them: (30 words)
Week 5: Design Draft
Making Abstract Art Pop
Design Draft 1
Describe your intentions and process plan.
WHAT am I making:
HOW do I plan to do this:
WHY (intention):