What do you think about the incorporation of nature in Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater? Take a look at the pictures below of its interior space. What do you think it would be like to live in that house? How would it change your interaction and/or awareness of the natural world?

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Architecture

What is the purpose/function of the Pont du Gard? What are the benefits of a round arch over post-and-lintel construction?
pont du gard

How does the Pantheon’s structure (shape and construction) create a symbolic connection between the heaven and earth, between the gods and humans? Remember to use your architectural vocabulary!
pantheon rome

What do you think about the incorporation of nature in Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater? Take a look at the pictures below of its interior space. What do you think it would be like to live in that house? How would it change your interaction and/or awareness of the natural world?
Front entrance to Fallingwater

What does it mean to be an “infinite” person? Describe either someone you know personally or a famous person in our culture who seems to fit that label.

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Artwork

Prompt A:
What does it mean to be an “infinite” person? Describe either someone you know personally or a famous person in our culture who seems to fit that label. Are YOU an “infinite” person? If so, how? If not, why not? Write between 2 – 4 paragraphs.

Prompt B:
Complete the following critical analysis in essay form:

1. Name either (choose only one) a contemporary painting, sculpture, movie, or live performance and its author that you feel is a good piece of work.
2. Describe the aesthetic qualities of this artwork as to why it is pleasing to you, or beautiful to you.
3. How does this work create empathy for you? Explain.
4. What is the purpose or intent of this work? (If you can’t determine the meaning or intent by viewing or experiencing this art, research its meaning.)
5. What is the “context” of this work? (Again, here you must complete some research. Who is the central artist? Why does she or he create in such a manner? Remember, this is the “backstory” of the artist.)
6. Do you think this work of art will someday be considered a masterpiece? Why or why not?
7. Will the author of this artwork be considered a “giant” of the arts? Why or why not?

In your short response (5-7 sentences), what work(s) by Ai Weiwei do you consider social practice and why?  Be sure to justify using the definition you read from the Tate.

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Ai Weiwei and Social Practice

1. In your short response (5-7 sentences), what work(s) by Ai Weiwei do you consider social practice and why?  Be sure to justify using the definition you read from the Tate!

Not all of Ai Weiwei’s work can be classified as social practice but some definitely can!
First, read the Tate Modern’s definition of (https://www.tate.org.uk/art/art-terms/s/socially-engaged-practice) art form.
Does this still feel a little unusual?  We have seen architecture, and many art objects, and we have deliberated on the value of performance.  Social practice is different and can involve traditional art objects or processes, but the engagement of the public is a big part of the work.  Here is French street artist JR if you would like to see another example of social practice.

What was the nature of the culture in which the artist/architect/sculptor produced this object? What was going on in society at this time? How is this object unique and how is it the same? What do you think that it says about the culture in which it was produced?

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An image of the object

A caption identifying the title of the object, the artist (if known), the culture in which the object was produced, the dimensions of the object, and the current location of the object.
A description of the object–how big, what does it look like, where does it come from, how was it used?
A paragraph that places the object into its cultural context. What was the nature of the culture in which the artist/architect/sculptor produced this object? What was going on in society at this time?
A paragraph or two that compares this object with other objects made at the same time in different parts of the world. How is this object unique and how is it the same? What do you think that it says about the culture in which it was produced?

Using the Heilbrunn Timeline, identify one non-Western work of art and one Western work of art that is similar.

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Non-Western and Western Art

The following discussion is worth 80 points. Using the Heilbrunn Timeline, identify one non-Western work of art and one Western work of art that is similar. For example, if you find one non-Western bowl for your non-Western piece, chose something similar, like a bowl or dish for your Western choice. For each piece of art, write at least 1 paragraph that fully explains all of the items on the critical thinking checklist. Be sure to provide the link to the piece in your explanation and use complete sentences.

Note: You will not be able to view or respond to any of your classmates’ posts until AFTER you have posted your initial response. Post your own response earlier in the week, so that other students can have the benefit of viewing your thoughts and providing a reply to you before the deadline.

In addition to posting your own thread, read and comment on at least TWO of your fellow classmates’ posts. These peer responses are worth 10 points of your total score.

Based on the answers they have provided, your reply should discuss whether you agree or disagree with their choices. Support your responses.

This discussion is worth 80 points and will be evaluated using the HUM 106 Discussion Rubric. This rubric is available under the Grading Information tab of the Discussion area, as well as in the course Grade Center.

Review this video How to Use Blackboard Discussions if you need assistance with this feature. All contributions should be consistent with good netiquette.

Explain what you thought or felt about the exhibition, how the other visitors engage with the art. Did you approve of the display and collection of artworks?

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The Frick Collection

And to write a 3-5 page paper centered on your Virtual experience AND two (2) artworks from the exhibit using the formal and contextual methods of analysis that you’ve learned in class.

 

Your paper must include (in essay format) these elements:

The museum/gallery as an environment – roughly how many rooms and artworks, how the artworks were presented/displayed, a discussion of any explanatory materials provided (exhibition wall text)
A descriptive visual analysis of your selected two artworks – Discuss what the two artworks have in common and how they differ (consider size, scale, perspective, color, shapes and forms, subject matter)
A critical assessment of the aesthetic and cultural message being conveyed by the museum gallery space and your two selected artworks – explain what you thought or felt about the exhibition, how the other visitors engage with the art. Did you approve of the display and collection of artworks? Your appraisal of the event can be condemnatory and/or appreciative as long as you explain yourself.

Imagine you are curating a virtual exhibition of digital artists from south india. What time management strategies have worked for you as you worked through the term? What resources did you find most helpful or needed and did not receive?

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Exhibition of digital artists

1. Imagine you are curating a virtual exhibition of digital artists from south india. What time management strategies have worked for you as you worked through the term? What resources did you find most helpful or needed and did not receive? (500 words)

2. Imagine you are curating a virtual exhibition of digital artists from south india. What information was most helpful and why? What approach/methodology did you find the most beneficial for your own project and general approach to research/scholarship? (1000 words)

3. Imagine you are curating a virtual exhibition of digital artists from south india . write 1000 word post on how your work this term and project/thesis is innovative. How do you fit within your field and how are you contributing to it? How would you frame your project for those unfamiliar with it, or believe it to be unoriginal? (1000 words)

4. Imagine you are curating a virtual exhibition of digital artists from south india . What elements led to breakthroughs and successes with your project. What would you have done differently to have greater productivity and success with your project, such as identifying a dead end in research earlier on, worked on time management to effectively complete all associated assignments and coursework, utilized available support to maximize your efforts (500 words)

5. While you write a thesis in art history talking about south indian contemporary art how important is feedback to you. Advantages of inperson feedback as compared to email or online feedback ( press on how good zoom feedback is ok). Do you find feedback beyond basic grammar and syntax assists you in reframing your ideas and moving ahead? Do you find peer review to be especially helpful? (500 words)

Identify the work of art, telling me the name of the title of the work, the approximate date it was made, and the culture that produced it.

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The Kongo Power Figure

Instructions:
* Go the Metropolitan Museum’s website www.metmuseum.org
* Type the accession number of the assigned work of art into “search” at the top right of the page. The number is 2008.30
* Look at the image carefully and thoroughly. Zoom in on details.
* When you are ready to write, follow these three steps:

1) Identify the work of art, telling me the name of the title of the work, the approximate date it was made, and the culture that produced it. (This can be done in one or two sentences.)

2) Describe the physical appearance of the work of art––carefully putting what you see into your own words. This is called formal analysis. Write about the colors, textures, and overall form of the work of art. Then methodically describe the piece. You could, for instance, describe this work starting at the edges and moving toward the center. Apply relevant vocabulary terms. (Aim for writing at least four to five sentences of formal analysis.)

3) Discuss briefly what the original function of this work of art was. (This can be done in about two sentences.)
Important: Do not depend on the text of the Met’s website for your writing. Use your own eyes, your notes, and what you have learned in class to guide you. Do not copy or paraphrase what you see on metmuseum.org or any other source. This is plagiarism.

Does changing our eating habits have an impact on environmental sustainability, or is the growing popularity just good marketing from companies?

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Eating habits

Does changing our eating habits have an impact on environmental sustainability, or is the growing popularity just good marketing from companies?

The change in eating habits have an impact on environmental sustainability because an eating pattern that is higher in plant-based foods and lower in animal-based foods can decrease the negative impact of food on the environment.

Describe a topic, idea or concept you find so engaging that it makes you lose all track of time. Why does it captivate you? What or who do you turn to when you want to learn more.

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My love for art and design

Describe a topic, idea or concept you find so engaging that it makes you lose all track of time. Why does it captivate you? What or who do you turn to when you want to learn more.