Part I: Formal Analysis – Describe the object and what you think its purpose might be in 2-3 sentences. Consider the style and visual elements of the unknown object. Describe the specific visual elements including the lines, colors, shapes, and composition, etc. in 4-5 sentences. It can be useful to focus on only one or two of the visual elements and how they impact the viewer’s experience. Finally, compare the function of the object to your evaluation of its visual style. Explain how the visual elements of this object either support or undermine its intended objective. Think of this part as similar to your discussion board posts.
Part II: Identity, Gender, and Stereotypes- Make an informed hypothesis about the function of this “unknown” as it relates to identity, gender, race or the issue of stereotypes. How does it engage with the issue of identity? You must use two examples to support your argument. One example MUST be from the Identity, Gender and Race lecture guide. Give as much concrete evidence as possible to support your answer and cite specific elements of the “unknown” and the work you selected from the lecture guide to strengthen your argument. One example MUST be from a fellow classmate and the Stereotypes and Imagining the Other discussion board. Be sure to cite their name and the work of art. Again, use concrete language to support your claim.
Part III: Art and Politics – Make an informed hypothesis about the message of the “unknown” in relationship to politics and the art of persuasion. You must use two examples to support your argument. One example MUST be from the Art and Politics lecture guide. Give as much concrete evidence as possible to support your answer and cite specific elements of the “unknown” and the work you selected from the lecture guide to strengthen your argument. One example MUST be from a fellow classmate and the Propaganda Game discussion board. Be sure to cite their name and the work of art. Again, use concrete language to support your claim.
Part IV: Art and Social Conscience – Make an informed hypothesis about the message of the work as it relates to a social issue and perhaps even provokes change or communicates a particular point of view. You must use two examples to support your argument. One example MUST be from the Art and Social Conscience lecture guide. Give as much concrete evidence as possible to support your answer and cite specific elements of the “unknown” and the work you selected from the lecture guide to strengthen your argument. One example MUST be from a fellow classmate and the Call to Action discussion board. Be sure to cite their name and the work of art. Again, use concrete language to support your claim.
