What issues do these works of art represent? How do you feel about these issues? Do these works of art motivate you to change your perspective on these issues for any reason? If so, how? If not, how might these works change the perspectives of others?

DISCUSSION ESSAY

This common assessment should be at least 750 words, not including heading or title. Additional paragraphs may be necessary; fewer words than the minimum for each section are not permitted.

Read the textbook information and research historical information about the following paintings from Academic Sources (do not use Wikipedia)

• Francisco Goya’s, 3rd of May, 1808 (fig.12.2, page 321)
• Pablo Picasso’s, Guernica (fig. .11, page 31)

1. What issues do these works of art represent? How do you feel about these issues? Do these works of art motivate you to change your perspective on these issues for any reason? If so, how? If not, how might these works change the perspectives of others? (250 – 300 words minimum)
2. Where did these works of art originate? Why were they created? What impact does origin play in artistic development? How might these works of art be relevant in the state of Texas? (250 – 300 words minimum)
3. Do these works of art encourage the fair, ethical, or nondiscriminatory treatment of others? Why or why not? (250 – 300 words minimum)