In spite of the wide variety of materials and methods found in art, there are some commonalities of styles and intent that occur in groups of artists often when they are working concurrently and when they influence each other. When such groups occur, they are called “schools of art” (e.g. Impressionism, Cubism, etc.). The National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. features online tours, which is a section on their website that discusses the different parts of their collection. Some of these are thematic, some are explorations of particular collections within the museum.
Using the provided link Explore the work discussed in the linked online tour, and then choose one artwork from within the online tour as the basis for your paper (Hennri Matisse-Open Window) Discuss the artwork and discuss the following in a reflective journal essay.
1. Identify the artist, title, and date of each artwork
2. State the school you have chosen to discuss and how this piece embodies the qualities identified with this school of art.
3. Identify the medium of the work and describe how the characteristics of the medium contribute to the finished artwork
4. What is the significance of this school in terms of its influence and art historical context?
5. Analyze how the artistic form (the use of the elements of art and principles of design) are reflective of the school or style of art.
6. Explain how the use of abstraction or realism contributes to the meaning of the artwork.
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