Gallery Report

Here is where our practice of writing about art culminates. For this assignment you will need to visit an art gallery, write about your experience, and write an analysis of one artwork that you chose from that show.
You can either go in person (recommended) or to a virtual show. There are several options located on the modules page. Also, if you want a walk through of how to do this assignment with images feel free to check out that video also on this module.
Once again, if you use outside information, please use citations. If you include an image of the selected artwork, please label it. (you can label it the same way your book does.)
Gallery Report Guidelines
Here are some guidelines to help you to write about your visit. This must be double spaced, proof read it carefully, no greater than 12 point font, and write 400-1000 words. If outside sources are used, they should be cited in MLA format. If pictures are included, they need to be labeled.
INTRODUCTION: all papers must include an introduction.

Part I: First identify the exhibit. Basic information to include:
Part I of your critique should demonstrate that you have thought critically about the exhibit as a whole; merely writing I liked it or It was horrible! will be insufficient. Instead, try and focus on providing reasons as to why it was you liked (or disliked) the art. Here are some questions to consider:
Suggestions for my people who have issues getting started. NOT REQUIRED QUESTIONS
Was there any special purpose to the exhibit? If so, explain.
When and where did the exhibit take place?
Who was the artist(s)?
What types of media were used?
How did the exhibit look to you?
How did the artist relate to the audience?
Do you think the audience connected with the artist in any way?
What, if anything, would have made this exhibit better?
Did other observers seem captivated or disinterested by the exhibit?
What value did this exhibit have for you?
Part II: Choose ONE selected art work and give a focused discussion of it using the Elements of Art (color, line, shape, form, texture, mass) and Principles of Design (rhythm, repetition, balance, scale, emphasis, subordination) and the Media Process (such as Bronze casting) used according to your textbook. Include a critical evaluation of the work in terms of artistic and cultural value, expression & composition.
Suggestions for my people who have issues getting started. NOT REQUIRED QUESTIONS
Who is the artist, and what is the title of the piece?
What is the (media) medium?
Is it two dimensional or three dimensional?
Describe the image(s) you see.
Was the artwork well executed? Why, or why not?
Does the artist possess skill or seem talented to you? Why, or why not?
How do you feel about the artwork; does it evoke an emotion, make you think, or pose more questions than answers?
What colors are emphasized and how do the colors relate to the color wheel?
How is the design or composition constructed?
Is there a theme or message?
Explain why you chose the work.
CONCLUSION: all papers must include a conclusion.
WORKS CITED PAGE: if outside sources are used they must include a works cited page.

When submitting your paper please include your name, course number, and student ID in the top left-hand corner.
Also, this paper must be submitted via canvas. Emailed and paper copies will not be accepted.
For this paper you will be graded on the following:
Clearness, proper grammar and punctuation, Introduction, part 1, part2, conclusion, and citations.It is original, interesting, and strongly thoughtful. Stylistically, it is free of spelling,

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