Art 206 (Chap 1 Unit Exam 1 Prep)

Need: Meeting/ritual places

Vietnam Veterans' Memorial Maya Lin 1982

What is the function of this painting? a) Help us see the ancient world as civilized and democratic. b) Give tangible form to the feelings of observers in the scene c) Give tangible form to the unknown ancient fable of two Indian gods d) Record and commemorate an important moment in history

d) Record and commemorate an important moment in history

Need: Pure Aesthetics

decorative Pae White Still, Untitled

Vanitas

(Latin for "vanity") Refers to the fleeting nature of earthly life and happiness. This is an approach for responding to art and exploring visual associations.

Creative Process:

1)Preparation -becoming immersed in a subject 2)Incubation -allowing ideas to develop 3)Insight - the "aha! Moment" when things start to make sense 4)Evaluation - deciding whether to pursue the idea 5)Elaboration - transforming the idea into a physical form.

Traits of creative people:

1.They generate numerous ideas and select the most promising ones to develop. 2.They redefine problems and seek connections between unrelated ideas to solve them. 3.They take risks and do not feel restricted by existing solutions (Getlein 12).

Need: Functional Art

Kente Cloth - woven for only royalty

Purpose: To construct meaningful images

Lion Panel - Chauvet Cave, France Neolithic

Need: Record/Commemorate history

Manohar, Jahangir Receives a Cup from Khusrau

Need: Give tangible/physical form to feelings and the unknown

Much's the Scream

Looking and Responding to Art:

Seeing art—eyes take in visual information, the mind organizes the info and interprets its meaning. Art is subjective—You bring your own history/experiences with you when viewing art.

Need: Give tangible/physical form to feelings and the unknown

Shiva Nataraja

Purpose: to create beauty in everyday objects

Stemmed Vessel -

Purpose: to construct forms and create order

Stonehenge Megaliths - England

Need: Functional Art

Tiffany Lamp

What kind of planning did Maya Lin do for the design of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial? a) A process of research, contemplation, and intuition b) Inspiration by other architects c) Creation of mock models of the monument d) A collaborative space of communication

a) A process of research, contemplation, and intuition

Which are reasons early man may have created art? (Multiple select question.) a) Explore the limits of the raw materials used b) Explore self expression c) Desire to create meaningful order d) Desire to communicate

a) Explore the limits of the raw materials used c) Desire to create meaningful order d) Desire to communicate

What intangible concepts does the dance of the Shiva statue represent? (Multiple select question.) a) The end of one cycle and the beginning of another b) The destruction and rebirth of the world c) The creation of the Christian universe d) The savage death of all humankind

a) The end of one cycle and the beginning of another b) The destruction and rebirth of the world The Hindu god, Shiva, represents the destruction of one cycle and the rebirth of another. The raised foot signifies refuge for worshipers.

Which are reasons for why artists create? (Multiple select question.) a) To get reacquainted with seeing old concepts in a new way b) To create works that are provocative c) To make obscure ideas into visual objects d) To receive high stipends from galleries and museums

a) To get reacquainted with seeing old concepts in a new way c) To make obscure ideas into visual objects

Creativity allows an artist to do what with a theme or concept? a) Expand on an idea to create new ideas b) Create a definitive answer for an idea c) Isolate a theme with little to no new answers d) Limit the development of an idea

a) expand on an idea to create new ideas

How does Maya Lin label herself? a) She avoids labeling. b) She calls herself an architect that sculpts. c) She likes to be known as a woman artist. d) She labels herself as a sculptor that builds.

a) she avoids labeling

Although the Vietnam Veterans Memorial was created to commemorate an event, what other purpose does it serve? a) As a museum of extraordinary objects b) As a gathering place for humans c) As a way to express the feelings of the artist d) As a way to bring up the unknown

b) As a gathering place for humans

Suggested by the nature of perception, what is the key to looking at art? a) Looking closely at artworks that are most interesting, ignoring others b) Being aware of what may be influencing what we are looking at c) Approaching works of art objectively d) Reading about the artist and artwork before viewing the piece

b) Being aware of what may be influencing what we are looking at

Who created the early images found during the Paleolithic era? a) Primates b) Humans c) Tollund man d) Neanderthals

b) Humans

Everyday objects that are designed to be distinguished from objects of the same design will do what? a) Look similar b) Stand out c) Share designs d) Blend in

b) Stand out

For what reason would an artist create a work based on historical events? a) To create a dramatic scene out of an ordinary event b) To help remind the viewer of the event c) To alter the memory of the event d) To be given as a gift to a patron or collector

b) to help remind the viewer of the space

Which of the following best describes how Vincent van Gogh created his paintings? (Multiple select question.) a) Color schemes suggesting tranquil environments b) Naturalistic images reflecting the real world c) A naturalistic layer that was later distorted by color d) Exaggerated brushstrokes

c) A naturalistic layer that was later distorted by color d) Exaggerated brushstrokes

Art spaces designed for humans have what kind of purpose? a) To have for only ceremonial or ritual worship b) To limit access and redirect people away c) To bring them together in commonality of interest d) To create outdoor shelters during harsh weather

c) To bring them together in commonality of interest

Art serves the following needs:

•Meeting/ritual places •Functional Art •Record/Commemorate history •Give tangible/physical form to feelings and the unknown •Pure Aesthetics

Why do people make art? (THE IMPULSE FOR ART)

•To construct meaningful images •To construct forms and create order •To explore beauty in everyday and decorative objects