Questions to Consider for Part A

Questions to Consider for Part A

Art Movement

1. When was the art movement you have selected?

2. What mediums (types of materials used to paint with and paint on) are used? Describe how they are used if they are used in an untraditional manner.

3. What are the characteristics of this movement that make it standout? Describe them in detail (include colors, brush strokes, details, lack of detail, subjects, etc.).

4. What other art movements influenced it? How?

About the Artist

1. Who were the artists who helped define this style?

2. What did they paint?

3. Describe how their paintings fit into this style.

4. How are the artists different?

Historical Information

1. What major historical events were occurring at the time of the movement?

2. Go back through and look at the paintings from this art period. Do any have any reference to these events or influences?

3. Through the provided links and look for references to the events of the time. List and describe any you find.

4. Use your textbook or the Electric Library to research the events.

5. How did historical events affect your selected art movement?