Module #15

Kimberlin Gomez 

5/14/2020

Fundamentals of Art Inquiry 

1. What were your expectations for this course and where they met?

My expectations were to learn the basics of art, while also learning about art history and some current art as well. I also wanted to learn the development over time in art. My expectations were all met. 

2. Now that you've been through this course, What is art? How would you define it now compared to your initial posting?

Art is an expression of a sort that requires human skill to be created. Art doesn't have to match anyone's perception of beauty but instead brings out a mixture of feelings when it's viewed and analyzed. 

3. Who was your favorite artist in your original posting and who is your favorite visual artist now? If there is a difference, why do you think so? If you have the same favorite artist, why do you think so?

 I still don't have a favorite artist but rather have a number of artists who attract me, Pablo Picasso, Mark Rothko and Hilma af Klint along with others. Nothing really changed, I am still very much interested in abstract art. 

4. Now that you've completed this course, how do you feel about taking an online course? Is your answer the same as it was in your first posting? How is it the same or different?

I would like taking an online class again, I feel like once you get the hang of it and plan ahead the work is very much do-able  and you're able to have more flexibility with your schedule.

Module #14 Art Analysis

Kimberlin Gomez

May 10, 2020

Module #14 

Fundamentals of Art 

1. Use the vocabulary you have learned in class to describe this artwork or performance in detail.

In this art piece by Pablo Picasso created in 1937 tackles the subject of the Spanish Civil War and the suffering of the citizens. In this Piece we see the use of the art fundamentals of, shapes, line,color, value, dimension and space. In this abstract yet realistic piece which is telling a story it can be seen the sufferment due to the war going on. 

2. What processes were used to create this work? What social influences might the artist be responding to and why?

This oil painting on canvas, was painted with paint that specifically had no gloss, the use of cameraless photography helped Picasso put this piece together. Picasso might be responding to the social influence of the desperation of the people. The violence and disaster, he thought that this moment should be captured and what better way to capture the moment then by painting his perception of the situation. 

3. What is the relationship of this work to the time and society in which it was created? Describe the symbols used to express this relationship.

This work was directly connected to what was going on in society at the moment. In society the Spanish war was going on leaving a lot of deaths, injuries and creating a gloomy environment which Picasso illustrated in this piece by giving the piece only the different shades of black and gray as colors. 

4. Identify elements in the work that evoke a persuasive or emotional response. Be specific about what those responses are and why.

The emotional response is going to be evoked by the color of the piece and by the gloomy and terrified faces of the individuals in the piece. When faced with tones of gray along with facial expressions such as the one in the painting the viewer of the painting might find oneself feeling the agony and desperation being felt at the time. 

5. Evaluate what you perceive to be the strengths and weaknesses of the work.  Apply discipline specific vocabulary and concepts when describing your point of view.

Strength- Color of the piece adds on the the overall feeling of the painting

Facial expressions being ,ad by the characters in the painting tell a story 

Each piece of the painting can be seen as an individual but together as a whole 

Weaknesses- NONE

Module #14

Kimberlin Gomez

May 9 2020

Module #14

Fundamentals of Art

Inspirations for self portrait- 

Futurist Genius -Giacomo Balla 

Artist- Giacomo Balla 

Size- 279 X 381cm

Date- 1925 

Media- Drawing 

https://artsandculture.google.com/asset/futurist-genius-giacomo-balla/eAHZRmrkS3ZkTw 

Splendour Of Myself V (Mother Daughter Partner) 

Artist- Zofia Kulik

Date- 2007

Size-180 x 250 

Media- Baryte Photograph 

https://artsandculture.google.com/asset/splendour-of-myself-v-mother_daughter_partner/DgGQsmV2Ym7Gqg

PH-233 (Formerly Self- Portrait) 

Artist- Clyfford Still 

Size-1066.8 x 1800.35 in

Date- 1945

Media- painting 

https://artsandculture.google.com/asset/ph-233-formerly-self-portrait/dQHjgsJgmcM5cw

1. Why did you select the inspiration pieces?

I selected these inspirational pieces because like my self portrait they are abstract. I didn't want to create a traditional self portrait. 

2. Why did you select the media to create your self-portrait?

I selected sharpie/ markers and pencil as my media because it was the only thing really available to me at the moment. 

3. What challenges did you face in creating your self-portrait and how did you overcome them?

I was running out of ways in which I can describe myself within the self portrait. 

4. How does this piece represent you?

This piece has things from what I like to where I go to school. Different facts about me. 

5. What elements and principles of art did you apply in this work?

I used the elements of, shapes, color, value, and space. 

6. Did you enjoy working on this project?

I liked working on this project. 

7. What do you think of your final artwork? 

My final artwork I think came out great and how I wanted it to come out. 

Module #13 Reflection on the Art Curation Exhibition

Kimberlin Gomez 

Module #13

Reflection on Art Curation Exhibition 

May 3, 2020

Creating the Art Curation Exhibition wasn't hard, the most difficult part was choosing what art work I wanted to choose to be in it and deciding if it will fit my theme. There was some art work which I found which I didn't like because it was either meaningless to me or lacked simplicity. I wanted my art Curation Exhibition to exhibit abstract art that carries feelings and that carry a lot of meaning. After finding 12 pieces that I loved and showed significance, finding the information related to those pieces wasn't too hard. I liked this project because it gave me the opportunity to  explore the art that interested me.

Module #13

Kimberlin Gomez

May 1st, 2020

Fundamentals of Art Inquiry 

Module #13 

1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.

An Acquiring Mind: Philippe de Montebello and The Metropolitan Museum of Art: In this video the life of legendary Philippe de Montebello. Montebello was the director of the Metropolitan Museum of Art for 31 years. During his time as the director of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, he guided the acquisition of around 84,000 major works of art. Montebello was in charge of the conservation of these art pieces and also the exhibition. 

Live Q&A with MoMA Curator Anne Umland (April24) - In this video Anne Umland takes a tour of MoMA’s Picasso gallery while answering questions from the audience. She answered these questions very detailed, these questions ranged from design to layout and what is the process of the selection of art. The most important question asked was how to become a curator. 

The Lowdown on Lowbrow: West Coast Pop Art- In this video the art Lowbrow is described as pop surrealism which is art expressing feelings using abstractism. Different forms of abstract art which include different shapes ,color and patterns. 

2. Do the videos relate to the creation of your Art Exhibition project? If yes, explain how. If no, explain why not.

The videos do relate to the creation of the Art Exhibition project because they help with the selection of the artwork that I am going to display in my exhibition. These information that I learned will help me choose art works which relate to my art piece. 

3. What is your opinion of the films? Do they add depth to understanding of the art concepts you practiced while creating your curation project?

My favorite out of the three films were The Lowdown on Lowbrow:West Coast Pop Art, this video really described my particular type of art. I am an abstract drawer and I am a lover of abstract art. It's what I identify with so therefore this video has taught me more about abstract art and Lowbrow. 

Module #12

Kimberlin Gomez 

Module 12 

April 26, 2020

Fundamentals of art inquiry 

1. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.

Jacob Lawrence- This video was an interview with artist Jacov Lawrence before the Harlem Renaissance. He speaks about the importance in how the artist depicts its people in their paintings, such as the color of their eyes, movements and surroundings. 

Faith Ringgold: Artist and Activist- The artist Faith Ringgold who fought very hard to get women and african american artists into museums. She spoke about the difference in treatment that she got and the treatment white men artists got. 

Romare Bearden: A Black Odyssey- In this video different artists and critiques discussed modern American artist Romare Bearden. They spoke about it being very modern for it time and ahead of it time. 

Fauvism- Overview- Goodbye Art Academy- In this video the differences artist was discussed. Artists such as Henri Matisse and Andre Derain, the difference in style in portrait. Both these artists are wonderful artists but both create different art work, with different color range, different line work etc. 

Amadeo Modilglini- Amadeo Modogliani was a sculptor and painter which was known for art ahead of his time in the 19th century. He was an expressionist artist. He developed a different way of art, making his art different and new. He was unlike artists in his time in the ways that he was an expressionist artist but he liked to paint indoors and painted portraits and nudes.

The best moments from Dolce and Gabbana- In this video, the temple of Concordia the Greek myth were discussed and the inspiration for Dolce and Gabbanas garments and first articles of clothing. Which were viewed as alta moda, high fashion. 

On Creativity interview with fashion icon Norma Kamali- In this video,  Norma Kamali a fashion icon discussed the fashion industry and how after evolving the fashion industry and the health and beauty industry are combined together as one. 

2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?

The text  and the videos relate in the way in which it discusses the inspirations for artists and how these artists further developed their art and gave major advancements to the art industry. 

3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?

I liked the films, they were very informational. My favorite film was “On creativity interview with fashion icon Norma Kamili” I never thought about the connection of the fashion industry and the health and beauty combined. I love that all these factors are being combined as one because they do heavily relate.

Module 11 Art Gallery

Kimberlin Gomez 

April 19, 2020

Art Module 11 

Questions about the Place:

1. What is the name of the Gallery/Museum you visited?

I visited the Sorolla Museum in Madrid, Spain.

2. What is the URL of the Gallery/Museum you visited?

https://artsandculture.google.com/partner/museo-sorolla

3. Why did you select this Gallery/Museum?

I selected this museum because I am very interested in Spanish Art and also I've never been to Madrid Spain so I figure this was a good opportunity to adventure museums that I haven't been to. 

Step 2: The Gallery

Questions about the physical space. (You must use Google Street View to "walk" through the gallery to observe the gallery space.)

1. What type of lighting is used?

White light and natural light from the windows are used all around the museum for a very bright space.

2. What colors are used on the walls?

Most walls are plain white but others are painted in an orange/ reddish color. 

3. What materials are used in the interior architecture of the space?

In the interior architecture we can see a couple of different chandeliers. The museum also has spots that look very home-like, and seem ancient. 

4. How is the movement of the viewer through the gallery space?

There is a good wide space to walk around all the art pieces, art pieces are spaced out and have a good distance from one another. 

Step 3: The Artwork

 Questions about the artwork:

1. How are the artworks organized?

The artworks are organized into 6 categories, Joaquin Sorolla, Luminism, Impressionism, oil paint, canvas , Spain, Valencia, Sea, Modern Art, Wood and Plants. 

2. How are the artworks similar?

His artwork is similar in style, for example whenever it's a painting of a female she is usually wearing a long white dress. There's only 2 or 3 paintings that show otherwise. 

3. How are the artworks different?

The artwork can be seen as having different moods, for example some of his artwork can be seen as cheerful while others contain a more serious tone. 

4. How are the artworks framed?

The artworks are framed in gold frames. 

     5. How are the artworks identified and labeled?

The artworks are identified and labeled by, having a little description in front of it in which the name  and the description can be seen. 

     6. What is the proximity of the artwork to each other?

It depends on the collection. Some art pieces are closer to each other then others but i would say each art piece has around 5-10 inches of distance within that collection. 

Step 4: Art Criticism Exercise

Select three of the artworks from the show and use the Art Criticism worksheet to describe, analyze, bracket and interpret the work using the 5-step Art Criticism Process described. (see the sheet in the module folder)

Artist: Joaquin Sorolla 

Title of work: Fisherwomen With her son 

Media: Painting 

Date: 1908

Source of picture (URL):https://artsandculture.google.com/asset/fisherwomen-with-her-son-joaqu%C3%ADn-sorolla-y-bastida/8wFv5Om7Y1Pt8w

1. Be receptive - Keep an open mind.  Look for what is good.  No put-downs allowed.

This painting is very beutiful, with a background of a beach. A woman can be seen with her infant child. 

2. Description – Describe what you see.  (subject matter)? 

The woman in this painting is seen looking at a distance trying to see something but the sun is blocking her view. She is seen shadowing her eyes with one hand and holding her sun in the other hand. 

3. Formal analysis – (form)  What principles and elements were used and how are they used?

Color, mood, space, balance and movement. 

4.  Bracketing - Is there anything in or about this work that reminds you of anything else? Do you see any symbols, metaphors, or allegories?  (iconography) 

This art piece reminds me of when I used to live in Dr and my mom used to carry me to the beach in front of our house for a daily walk. 

5.  Interpretation - (content)  What do you think the artist was trying to say? 

I think the artist is trying to say that the mother is always going to be there for her son, despite everything and that when in hard times rely on your mom. 

Artist: Joanquin Sorolla 

Title of work:Clotilde on the Beach

Media: Painting

Date:1904

Size:-

Source of picture (URL):https://artsandculture.google.com/asset/clotilde-on-the-beach/SAHs0estRUvRYg

1. Be receptive - Keep an open mind.  Look for what is good.  No put-downs allowed.

This painting has a background of a calm beach, it seems peaceful and calm.

2. Description – Describe what you see.  (subject matter)? 

I see a young woman sitting in front of a beach. This young woman is wearing a long white dress and is using her umbrella to shade her from the sun. She has a very peaceful face, she looks totally relaxed and peaceful. 

3. Formal analysis – (form)  What principles and elements were used and how are they used?

Movement, texture, color form and value . 

4.  Bracketing - Is there anything in or about this work that reminds you of anything else? Do you see any symbols, metaphors, or allegories?  (iconography) 

This reminds me of going to the beach with my family members and just watching the waves quietly. 

5.  Interpretation - (content)  What do you think the artist was trying to say? 

I think the artist is trying to say that the waves can calm nerves and put people at ease. 

Artist:  Joaquin Sorolla 

Title of work:La siesta

Media:Painting

Date:1911

Size:- 

Source of picture (URL):https://artsandculture.google.com/asset/la-siesta/lAFezwWULZgCiQ

1. Be receptive - Keep an open mind.  Look for what is good.  No put-downs allowed.

This painting shows a beautiful difference in color, the background is one of different shades of green which I am guessing is grass.

2. Description – Describe what you see.  (subject matter)? 

In this painting I see 4 young ladies laying down in a field of grass. 3 of them are sleeping, the other one is seen calmly and peacefully reading. 

3. Formal analysis – (form)  What principles and elements were used and how are they used?
4. Color, value, space and texture. 

4.  Bracketing - Is there anything in or about this work that reminds you of anything else? Do you see any symbols, metaphors, or allegories?  (iconography) 

This reminds me of picnics in central park, where me and my friends go in the summer and then usually end up having at least 10 minute of quiet time in which we either take a nap or just be wrapped around in our own thoughts. 

5.  Interpretation - (content)  What do you think the artist was trying to say? 

 I think the artist is trying to say that self care is important and it's important to take time to relax.