This document outlines requirements for a 2-page essay in MLA format. Students must find an image used in print media, establish the provenance of the image by identifying the artist/photographer and context of original publication, and critically analyze the message or messages conveyed by the image within its publication context, discussing any cultural codes at play. Students must include a copy of the picture with their essay.

1. Write a short essay of at least 2 pages (typed, double-spaced, in
times new roman 12-point font, and respecting MLA format).
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Find a single IMAGE that has been used in some form of print
media (Newspaper or Magazine)
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First, establish the provenance of the image: identify (if
possible) the artist/photographer, and at the very least the
precise context of its original publication (i.e. in an
advertisement on this page in such and such newspaper from
this particular date; used in this article on these pages of this
magazine from such and such date, etc.)
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Critically analyze the message or possible messages this image
(within the particular context of its publication) might be
connoting. What cultural codes might be at play in the use of
the image (what knowledge must particular readers have in
order to interpret certain messages, etc., and how do you
interpret its message and why)
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Include a copy of the picture.