Reflections

1. What were your expectations for this course and where they met?

I was expecting to be able to create art, to learn about different types of art, and to be able to analyze art better. My expectations were met, and then some. I think the extensive discussion about art and artists expanded my knowledge about art as whole. I think that I learned how to properly analyze art, rather than just look at it and admire it is. I now can find meaning and depth.

2. Now that you've been through this course, What is art? How would you define it now compared to your intial posting?

I would define art as an individual expression or beliefs, emotions, and creativity. My original definition of art was "an unique expression of point of view." I think that it is very similar, however I expanded upon beliefs and emotions because we learned a lot of art is based off of these factors.

3. Who was your favorite artist in your original posting and who is your favorite visual artist now? If there is a difference, why do you think so? If you have the same favorite artist, why do you think so?

My favorite artist in my original posting was Keith Harring. I still believe he is my favorite because I always enjoyed his creativity and messages behind his work.  However, I think I added Andy Warhol to my list of favorite artists. I just like that his art is fun, it pops, and it sends a message about consumerism.

4. Now that you've completed this course, how do you feel about taking an online course? Is your answer the same as it was in your first posting? How is it the same or different?

I think my view on online courses is the same. I have taken plenty over my college career because I work so much. I think they are a great way to learn time management skills, they are great so you do not have to stress about getting to class on time, they are great because they are filled with so much information and you can work on it when it is convenient. 

Final Project

INSPIRATION

Petar Dobrović | The Pavle Beljanski Memorial Collection
Figure
1927
w60 x h73 cm
Oil on Canvas


















 

Vincent van Gogh | National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Self Portrait

 1889

 w438.2 x h571.5 cm

Painting

oil on canvas

 

Paul Gauguin | Van Gogh Museum

Self-portrait with portrait of Bernard, 'Les Misérables'

1888 

Painting

 

SELF-PORTRAIT

                                                                                                                                                           

                          

1. Why did you select the inspiration pieces? 

I chose them because they were colorful, they had texture, and they had contrast

2. Why did you select the media to create your self-portrait?

I selected acrylic on white cardboard. The cardboard does not have as much texture as canvas but it is still stable enough to hold paint without wrinkling or anything. 

3. What challenges did you face in creating your self-portrait and how did you overcome them?

I am really bad at facial proportions. I drew it first with pencil and waiting until it was perfect to paint.

4. How does this piece represent you?

I chose pink! I love pink and I am always smiling. I also chose a picture of me with no make up on to show my natural beauty. 

5. What elements and principles of art did you apply in this work?

The element most noticeable in this work is value. I also used color and line. As for principles, I feel that I used unity, balance and contrast. 

6. Did you enjoy working on this project?

I did enjoy working on this project, because I love looking at myself! haahah

7. What do you think of your final artwork?

I think this is pretty great for being my final artwork! 

Art Curation Exhibition Process

My process began with inspiration. I have been really inspired by flowers and roses recently. Also, as I stated in the project. I love flowers dead and alive. I love the way they look, the texture, the colors, the different ways they could be arranged. The floral arrangement theme fits this best. I then did internet searches for flower paintings. After hours of finding the perfect ones that I could put all together I started inserting them into power point. After all were inserted, I arranged by how I would liked them viewed as if I was walking the space of an art gallery.