This document discusses using art to express social and political views. It provides examples of issues that could be depicted, such as environmentalism, abortion, war, and discrimination. It outlines different ways art has addressed such topics, including sociopolitical art that reflects society, propaganda that spreads messages, protest that voices dissatisfaction, and satire that uses humor. The assignment asks students to choose a concern, gather supporting text, and create a mixed-media collage combining words and drawings to express their personal views on the issue.
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Italian Futurist art movement of the early 20th century. The presentation focusses on the work of the 5 principal Italian futurist painters, the range of paintings created roughly between 1908-1916.
The Value Of Art
Students have the opportunity to learn the vocabulary of art and develop an appreciation of art at the same time as developing the ir English capabilities.
Join as we explore the history of graphic design. From 10,000 BC to the work of Saul Bass – we will uncover today's modern conception of “design” and how creative minds are building meaningful brands.
Painting in the Philippines During the Modern PeriodChristian - Park
The owner of this Powerpoint presentation gives all credits to its sources. However, copying the content of this presentation without the approval of the owner is against the Republic Act 10175 or the Philippines Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012.
Italian Futurist art movement of the early 20th century. The presentation focusses on the work of the 5 principal Italian futurist painters, the range of paintings created roughly between 1908-1916.
The Value Of Art
Students have the opportunity to learn the vocabulary of art and develop an appreciation of art at the same time as developing the ir English capabilities.
We discuss the flurry of political and activist activity related to the art world from 1960 through the seventies and eighties. Examples includes the Feminist and Black Power movements as well as the more philosophical actions of the Situationists.
The important social theme is occurring across different genres (updated 2023...intel-writers.com
social theme
When a social theme is occurring across different genres, it implies that multiple artists, writers, filmmakers, musicians, or creators are exploring and representing the same social issue in their respective works. This could be seen in literature, film, music, visual art, theater, or any other form of creative expression.
For example, a social theme like racial inequality might be depicted in novels, poetry, films, paintings, music, and even stage performances. Each of these artistic mediums offers a unique perspective and approach to exploring and raising awareness about the issue.
The presence of a social theme across different genres can be indicative of its significance and the collective effort to shed light on and engage with the issue from various artistic angles. It can provide a broader understanding and impact by reaching diverse audiences through their preferred art forms.
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Often works of art are looked upon as indicators of the cultural climate of the era in which they were created. In our society, much has been made recently of photographs of famous nude paintings being removed from Facebook and personal photos of artwork resulting in Instagram accounts being closed down. If art can be interpreted many ways by many different people, then is it an artist’s right to free speech to express themselves or should limits be placed on images or works that are offensive or inappropriate?
Objective:
Discuss your views on art censorship and what constitutes what acceptable art is.
Instructions:
Step 1.
By
Wednesday
, write a detailed post explaining whether or not you think works of art should be censored. Share your thoughts or experiences to generate an interesting discussion with your classmates. Then, answer at least two of the following questions:
If art should be censored, how do we achieve agreement upon which art is ok and which isn’t?
Who should be in charge of making those decisions?
What if a work of art degrades or insults a person’s race, religious beliefs, or sexual orientation?
Are violent images in art acceptable if they are making a social comment, or should graphic and disturbing images never be part of artistic work? Explain why or why not and provide examples to support your opinions.
Cite any sources that you reference ideas or images from.
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2. Social and Political Issues in Art
Objective: Choose a political or social concern you care deeply
about. Express the concern in a mixed-media piece of art.
Some ideas of things you might be interested in
depicting/standing up for or against:
•pollution/environmental concerns
•abortion rights,
•pro-life, racism,
•big government,
•homelessness.
•AIDS,
•the war in Iraq,
•poverty,
•verbal abuse,
•bullying,
•depression,
• teen suicide,
• discrimination,
• gay rights,
•
3. Political and Social Art
0 Political art has been a part of the social landscape of
the world for centuries. Art has always been used as a
way to reflect society and shed light on issues of the
day.
0 There are 5 different ways an artist can present
particular points of view in their creative pieces.
5. Sociopolitical Art
1. What imagery does this Banksy chalk drawing depict about a social concern?
2. In your own words, how has this idea been presented successfully or not?
6. 2. Propaganda
Political art can be used as propaganda to
support a particular cause.
Propaganda -Government that controls the masses by
spreading information.
8. 1. What do you think the message is in this particular piece of art?
2. Do you think the artist was successful in delivering the message?
Why?
9. 4. Protest
Political art has also been used by citizens as a form of
protest against governments or as a way to let
politicians know that they are unhappy with the way
they are dealing with certain issues. In the 1980s,
posters were created by AIDS activists who wanted to
let the U.S. government know how dissatisfied they
were.
10. Protest
1. Out of these two examples which one creates a bigger impact and why?
2. What other ways have you seen society protest against guns?
11. 5. Satire
Political issues are often serious in
nature; however, political art has a way of
helping the citizens of the country see
some of the humor of the fighting by
creating visual satire.
12. Satire
1. Between these two pieces of art, which do you feel has a greater impact
on the idea that the artist is trying reveal? Why?
2. Do you find humor in either, if so which one?
13. Banksy
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qkc921anMBw
After watching the YouTube link below answer the following
questions:
1. How would you describe the art Banksy Creates?
2. What piece of his that stood out to you? Describe it.
3. What kind of political or social statement did he use? Why do you think
this?
4. What kind of feeling or initial response did you feel when you saw this
piece.
15. Your Assignment
You will be able to collect imagery based on expressive properties.
1. Decide on a social or
political concern that you
feel deeply about.
2. Gather text that support
your belief or statement.
3. The text can consist of
words from the newspaper,
magazines, novels, and the
internet.
4. Put the words together on
your drawing surface using
the collage technique.
5. Do a drawing from life of
the skeleton in the class
directly on top of your
collage of words with conte
sticks.
6. The arrangement of text
and skeleton should be
innovative and make sense
with the entire composition.
16. Answer the Following
questions…
1. Write three social or
political beliefs that have a
strong impact on your
beliefs.
2. Write a statement on why
this is a belief that is
personal to you. The
statement should consist of a
minimum of 5 complete
sentences.
3. Write down 5-10 words or
phrases that reflect your
statement.