Assignment 1: Myths and Art

Myths are stories that explain why the world is the way it is. All cultures have them. Throughout history, artists have been inspired by myths and legends and have given them visual form. Sometimes these works of art are the only surviving record of what particular cultures believed and valued. But even where written records or oral traditions exist, art adds to our understanding of myths and legends.

To use the site I have chosen this week, go to:

http://www.artsmia.org/world-myths/

and explore the site for a little while.
Then, choose ONE (1) work of art featured on the site, read the
1) KEY IDEAS and the
2) STORY, and then read the
3) DISCUSSION QUESTIONS. When you have already thought of an answer, click on the question and see if you are right. Remember, sometimes, there is no right answer, but it is important to reflect upon the question.
Then, write me a message and write a very short report (5-10 sentences) on what you have read about!

Assignment 2: The Artist’s Toolkit: Visual Elements and Principles

This is an open assignment! Explore the toolkit or See Artists in Action and write me a message to tell me what you think!
(Hint: I especially like the animation about positive and negative space!)
Enjoy!

http://www.artsconnected.org/toolkit/

Assignment 3: Art tells a Story

Explore the MOMA site (after clicking on the link, click on "Launch Site"), and write your story.


http://www.moma.org/interactives/artsafari/index.html

Assignment 4: An Adventure in Art History

Go to this site and enjoy the adventure. Then, write me a message and convince me that you were able to finish the story! How many points did you get?


http://www.eduweb.com/insideart/

Assignment 5: Be a Patron of the Arts!

Just watch the introduction, then click on “Patron of the Arts”, and see if you can create a work of art that will last for centuries!

http://www.renaissanceconnection.org/index_fullscreen.cfm

Assignment 6: Optional Challenge!

The history of the representation of women is one that often pictures partial and full nudity along with other explicit depictions. Some contemporary artists have chosen to respond to such conventions in similarly explicit ways. This Web site reflects both historical conventions and contemporary responses. These images can be challenging for younger viewers in particular, but each one offers the opportunity for questioning, discussing, and learning.

http://www.picturingwomen.org/home.php