Art Appreciation At El Centro College ARTS 130

Art Appreciation Art Appreciation El Centro College ARTS 1301 ALL 2018

Art Appreciation

Art Appreciation

Art Appreciation El Centro College ARTS 1301 ALL 2018 Academic Transfer Division Mrs. Armstrong DB06 Label-FA-Themes for 4 PPT 15pts THIS IS ABOUT THE ART WORK YOU ARE ANALYZING IN YOUR 4 PPT PRESENTATION ONLY! YOUR NAME AND SECTION NUMBER: _______________________________________________ The graded version of this DB contains usable information for your 4 PPT Presentation. DB06 Label-FA-Themes for 4 PPT 6 questions = 15 pts. GRADE: TO SUBMIT - ATTACH your completed document to your thread in the DB06 forum.

QUESTIONS to answer: 1. Name of your artist, correctly spelled. (1 pt.) Cindy Sherman 2. What is the complete TITLE of the one (1) art work you will analyze for the final presentation? (1 pt.) ____________UNTITLED #472___________________________________________________ 3. DATE artwork was made: __2008________________ (1 pt.) 4. For the art work you are analyzing for 04RA Pres., Identify the following: (1 pt. each = 5 pts. total) Art Form ____Photograph______________________ ( NAME the art form , be specific; not 2D or 3D.) Style __Representational__________________________ ( Name 1 style for your piece – representational, abstract or non-objective.) Subject ____American Women______________________________________ (Name one subject from the general list OR describe what is depicted .) Medium/Media ( What is it made out of?) ________________photograph_________________________________________________________ Process. How was it made? EXAMPLE: A painting is painted. _________________________________________________________________________ READ Ch. 4.1 through 4.9 AND VIEW Themes PPT Before you complete this assignment. Use text’s themes or add a theme and explain it. You will use this IN your 4 PPT Presentation. Take it seriously! 5. NAME one THEME that clearly fits the art work you will analyze and EXPLAIN WHY that theme fits based on the artwork itself. (4 points) Theme 1: __________________________________________________________________________________ Explanation: _________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ GO TO NEXT PAGE for last item! 6. Insert Image of your art work being analyzed in 4 PPT Present (3 pts.) Insert in window below OR Attach to forum in a separate file. COMPRESS IT FIRST and only use .jpeg or .jpg images. (NO .png and no .gif or .tif images, please. ONLY JPEGs. ) INSERT PICTURE BELOW: * HOW TO COMPRESS IMAGES Please reduce the file size of the image by compressing it BEFORE you copy and paste it into the window or attach it to the window. Term is COMPRESS. COMPRESS IT FIRST and only use .jpeg or .jpg images. (NO png and no gif and no tif images.) Then reduce the dimensions by clicking on the image to highlight the picture then drag a corner inward diagonally. Terms are RESIZE and MAINTAIN RATIO.

Paper For Above instruction

Cindy Sherman is an influential American photographer renowned for her conceptual self-portraits that explore identity, gender roles, and societal norms. For my final presentation, I have chosen her artwork titled "Untitled #472," created in 2008. This piece exemplifies Sherman’s innovative approach to photographic art, revealing layers of cultural critique and personal identity through visual storytelling.

"Untitled #472" is a photograph that vividly encapsulates Sherman’s signature style, emphasizing accurate representation and realism. The style of this artwork is best described as representational, as Sherman employs detailed costuming and makeup to transform herself into various characters, challenging viewers’ perceptions of authenticity and identity. The subject of the piece is American women, depicted through Sherman’s use of costume and demeanor to portray stereotypical American female roles. The medium employed is photography, capturing a meticulously staged and composed image that blurs the lines between artifice and reality.

The process of creating this photograph involved complex staging, costume design, makeup application, and lighting setup—an elaborate process typical of Sherman’s work. She often constructs detailed scenarios to embody different facets of American cultural identity, highlighting societal expectations placed upon women. By carefully manipulating props, settings, and her appearance, Sherman constructs narratives that invite viewers to scrutinize concepts of authenticity, stereotypes, and societal influence on individual identity.

In terms of thematic interpretation, "Untitled #472" aligns strongly with the theme of gender identity and societal roles. This theme fits because Sherman’s portrayal of the figure embodies stereotypical American female characteristics, inviting viewers to question the authenticity of gender roles assigned by society. The artwork challenges viewers to consider how societal norms shape self-perception and personal identity, as Sherman’s work often exposes the constructed nature of gendered identities.

The image associated with this analysis vividly illustrates Sherman’s intricate costume and makeup, emphasizing her transformation into a stereotypical American woman. The compressed JPEG image showcases her detailed craftsmanship, capturing her expression, attire, and posture that reinforce the thematic focus of societal stereotypes. Proper compression and resizing ensure the image maintains clarity without excessive file size, suitable for presentation purposes.

References

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