Art 102 Formal Analysis Due 11/07 By 5:00

Art 102rubricformal Analysisformal Analysis Due 11 07 By 500 Pmt

Art 102/rubric/formal analysis FORMAL ANALYSIS DUE : 11-07 [by 5:00 PM] Task Poor [1] Average [2] Good [3] Excellent [4] Organization unorganized list of points; lacks a defined intro or conclusion has clear intro; identifies some main points but lacks a sense of their relative importance; may not distinguish between major points and supporting details; includes much repetition or restatement, without development clear introduction and summary at end; generally clear structure but may lack direction or progression; some points may not contribute to meaning or goal of paper; conclusion is merely a summary of points made or a repetition of intro. organization shows reader how to understand topic; introduction contains an idea, not just a restatement of question; main points well supported by details; examples well chosen; strong conclusion that attemps to bring ideas together. Description The artwork is not identified; vocabulary is incorrect or ineffectively used to describe the artwork The artwork is identified, but vocabulary is incorrect or ineffectively used to describe the artwork The artwork is identified; vocabulary is mostly correct and used to describe the artwork somewhat effectively The artwork is identified; vocabulary is used correctly to describe the artwork effectively and clearly Analysis The relationship of different formal elements are ignored or incorrectly explained. Focus given to specific formal element[s] without considering relationships between different components; mentions multiple formal elements but lacks developed discussion or analysis Focus give to one or two formal elements with some consideration of relationships; includes some discussion of how elements aid viewer understanding Focus two or more formal elements; clear explanation of relationship of different elements and how they contribute to viewer understanding Interpretation and articulation of own ideas merely restates course or reading assignment information some attempt to convey own ideas but includes errors of fact, does not support ideas with concrete examples some informed interpretation of the art or historical contexts but may include errors and lack visual or documentary support. balanced treatment of observation and documentary evidence, leading to student’s own, informed interpretation of materials and concepts. writing Skills lacks verbal competence writing is basically correct; paper may contain several errors of spelling, punctuation, grammar; there is little variety in sentence structure. generally clear writing with no serious errors or sloppy syntax; avoids excessive passive voice or convoluted sentence structure. vigorous style, correct grammar and vocabulary; integrates visual description into discussion effectively; avoids over-use of jargon; presents an individual voice art 102/questions to ask a work of art Visual Inventory 1. What do you see? What is going on? How would you describe this work to someone who is not able to see it? 2. Can you name or list objects, places and/or people in this work? 3. How would you describe shapes, spaces, colors, and textures in this artwork? 4. What interests you about this work? Is there a focus to the work? What would you remember most about this work? 5. Does this work remind you of something you have seen or experienced before? How the Parts Work Together 1. What art materials, media, and techniques has the artist used in creating this work? 2. What are some dominant shapes, expressive forms, color schemes, and textures that carry the significance of this work of art? 3. Has the artist done anything special with the use of the elements of art (line, color, shape, texture, value)? 4. Is this work ordered? Does it have balance? Or is it chaotic or disturbing? What makes for the order or chaos? Would you use words such as ‘unity,’ ‘variety,’ ‘contrast,’ ‘balance,’ movement,’ or ‘rhythm’ to describe the formal characteristics of this work? 5. Is this work well executed? What evidence can you give to support quality of execution and technique? What gives the work its uniqueness? Interpretation: Theme and Meaning 1. What is your general impression of this work? What do you suppose this work is about? 2. What did the artist want us to think about? Why did the artist create this work? What would you ‘title’ this work? 3. Do you think the artist has successfully gotten his/her message across? 4. Does the work evoke any feelings? How does it make you feel? What about the painting makes you feel the way you do -- the theme, the use of color, shapes, or other techniques the artist used? 5. Has the artist used symbolism to convey meaning other than what you see in the painting? Would you want to know more about this work? Judgment 1. How successful is this work of art? What is some of the evidence for your judgment? 2. Does this work make you want to see more of this artist’s work? How does this work compare with other works by the same artist? 3. What is the importance of this work of art in the context of the other art that was being created at the same time? 4. If you could, would you like to own this work of art? 5. Would you want to learn what others have said about this work of art? Could you wait to make a final decision on this work until you had completed that kind of research?