Western Painting

“Art for art’s sake view sets the artist free, and enables them to be more creative in art, it helps their piece of art being purified from the restricted doctrines of ordinary life. Ngugi Wa Thiong’o was one of the important follower of “Art for art’s sake” view. Ngugi in his essay aspires to make artists conscious about their important role in a class structured society, where internal or external oppressions exit. In his essay, Ngugi highlights that creativity of an artist is central to acquire human freedom and “True liberation” of an artist. To make his claims

Art of the Egyptians and Africans express ………………………..In art, style is a characteristic, or a number of characteristics that we can identify as constant, recurring, or coherent.(Art Terminology 1) Artists express their emotions through their art-making, their finished product will reflect that emotion. They might also create a piece of art that makes the viewer create an emotional response. Emotion is any strong agitation of the feelings actuated by experiencing love, hate, fear, etc.(Dictionary 1)

This paper will employ close visual analysis of the The Vase that was created by skilled craftsmen [Tang dynasty (618–907)] describing how it’s minimalist design represents that it was a time when they focused on non-controversial themes when painting.

Rembrandt uses oil on wood in one of his earliest self-portraits, depicting himself in a fabulous costume that includes a plumed hat, a silk scarf, and an elegant jacket complete with gold trim. There is a heavy use of shadow, concealing half of his face, with the left half being illuminated by a sole source of light located out of the frame. His face purposefully lacks an expression, as if to create an open-ended illusion of confusion. Unlike most of his works, this painting is quite large, having dimensions of 35 by 29 square inches. Although Rembrandt had already begun to attract serious attention, he had not yet received any portrait commissions by 1629, so this piece may have been created to show off his artistic abilities. This self-portrait currently resides in the Isabella Gardner Museum after it was purchased in 1896 from a private collector, Lieutenant Colonel Sawyer.8

Art has evolved and regenerated itself many times during our human existence. These differences are defined through changes in styles under various theories. During the nineteenth and early twentieth century, a style known as Expressionism became popular. During this movement the artists were trying to use their artwork as a tool of expression toward life. It was mainly dominant in the nonrepresentational arts, such as abstract visual arts and music. It also was probably one of the most difficult movements to understand because the whole point of the piece lay within the artist. Not only was it a movement, it defined the act of art as a whole. From the beginning of time, each work of art, excluding replicas, show a way of expressing

The idea that the Reformation was not just a religious movement, but an extension and/or development of the Renaissance was easily depicted during the Middle Ages. The term Reformation implies renewal and/or rebirth which was an apparent theme during the Renaissance. This can be seen in the art work of Renaissance artists as the influence of classical subjects and themes were revived. Additionally, the idea of individuality and humanism were also key parts of the Renaissance as well as the Reformation. Furthermore, teaching that the work of justification in our lives is work of grace, greatly influenced the work ethic of the people during the Northern Renaissance. Therefore, it’s clear to see that although the Reformation’s major focus was

In my opinion, the colors are more vibrant in the Minori, Tale of Genji because it helps give the viewer the feeling of spring and how the characters are feeling at the moment. For example, if a couple was to go on vacation near a beach and they knew that it was ending soon. They would go and watch the last sunset that they have there and have a photo taken of them looking out at the sunset. They would have a sad feeling of having to return back to their regular life, but the photo would be felled with the vibrant colors of the beautiful sunset. The colors of the Deer Scroll are more simple because the main focus would probably be towards the calligraphy and not just the underdrawing only. Besides the colors used these paintings, the shapes and brushstrokes were also different in their own

Throughout the history of Chinese art, many Chinese and upper-class intellectuals only saw art as a representation of reality and not an expression of oneself. This notion started to change in some people as China got exposed to and integrated various western ideas within its society. Art was one facet of western exposer that had a profound effect on artists fed up with traditional ideas and looking for a way to express themselves in a variety of ways. Though short-lived in the 1930s, this group of people was known as the Storm Society. However, the disappearances of western ideals in art were not due to incompatibility of that and eastern ideals, but the historical circumstances during that time. In the academic journal “Post-Impressionists in Pre-War Shanghai: The Juelanshe [Storm Society] and

The first is a medieval painting, created by the Italian painter Duccio creation, we can see that his paintings are characterized by a typical dark tones, because it is the early Virgin image, painting skills are not too mature, more oil painting Has not been born, cannot be repeated stacking, repeated changes, and thus in the character image of the expressive force is not perfect, it is not a strong light and shadow effect, but on the basis of flat painted slightly darker blooming, so that the face of the Structure and clothing pattern to show the bumps. However, as time goes on, the earlier the icon on the image, the less the effect of three, the basic lines are outlined in the plane, with color is simple and bright. But the phenomenon of rigid expression until the 16th century when the image has not been

Our readings and class discussions have inspired me to look at the roles that art and literature play in contemporary East Asia as a means of inspiring cultural change and transforming traditional ideas and ideologies. We read the thought-provoking works of Lu Xun and Richard Kim. We also discussed the contemporary Chinese artist Ai Weiwei motivating me to watch a documentary on his life and artwork. These authors and artists along with the woodblock artists Li Hua and Hu Yichuan did more than just capture a moment in time, their artwork and literature was created to question the status quo, provoke new ideas and challenge governmental and societal ideologies.

Discuss how the social, cultural and historical context shaped the meanings communicated in the artwork.

Abstract Expressionism is making its comeback within the art world. Coined as an artist movement in the 1940’s and 1950’s, at the New York School, American Abstract Expressionist began to express many ideas relevant to humanity and the world around human civilization. However, the subject matters, contributing to artists, were not meant to represent the ever-changing world around them. Rather, how the world around them affected the artist themselves. The works swayed by such worldly influences, become an important article within the artists’ pieces. Subjectively, looking inward to express the artist psyche, artists within the Abstract Expressionism movement became a part of their paintings. Making the paintings more of a representation

He used oil paints, canvas and oil painting pens, the color of his oil painting are very heavy and bright, making his pictures colorful and powerful. The difference is that Guan Zhong Wu uses ink to draw abstract paintings. Ink is more diluted than oil paint because every time use ink painter need to put water in it, making his abstract paintings looks more concise and have different feeling. However, as long as painters understand this kind of painting, different painting tools will achieve different results. According to Zheng(2008:30-32),in the study of painting, students need to know the history of the development of painting tools, and the basic knowledge of how to use the painting tools, that will help them to create their own paintings. In conclusion, it is important for the painter to understand and use the appropriate drawing tools.

•A summary of the artists' personal philosophies of art (if they can be found in published sources), and the prevailing trends and schools of thought in the art world at the time and in the place the artist was working. For instance, discuss what was taking place in the artist's city, country, and/or church that may have provoked a reaction from the artist or the greater society. Include any information that might help the reader understand the artist's point of view or why the artist made his or her choices in this work of art.

The history of art dates back to ancient times. Artwork can be, and was, found around the world. What makes art interesting is that it can be created in any way, shape or form with any materials. It seems that the artwork can also tell us a lot about the artist. Art seems to be simply, a direct, visual reflection of the artist’s life. Therefore, one can assume that an artist’s life experiences and beliefs directly influence their art. If we look at examples from different periods of art we will be able to see the connection between the artist and the art.