Term Paper about “Claude Monet”

Required Outline:
Introduction: Statement about why you chose this artist and the 2-specific works (thesis statement)
1-2 page biography of artist: Provide clear and relevant background information about the artist and
the historical period they represent as well as mentioning their major artworks and accomplishments.
Body of paper: A thorough analysis of at least 2 artworks you find interesting.
Give General Information: Introduce the artworks with the title (italicize or underline titles of works of
art,), medium and date created.
Brief Description: In a few sentences describe the work. What does it look like or what is shown? Is it a
representation or abstraction of something and how?
Formal Analysis and interpretations: Use the elements and principles handouts (and the textbook) to
choose at least 4 elements and 4 principles of art and design that you see in the artworks. Then
describe how and why the artist uses each of these successfully in the artworks as well as what they do
visually.
Personal response and opinions: What do you think was the purpose of the piece? Does the artwork
convey a mood or an idea? What do you think the artist was trying to say or communicate to you, the
viewer? What is your personal connection to this artist and the chosen works?
Conclusion: Final statement about your findings and opinions and ultimately why you chose this artist
and what the artworks mean to YOU!
Works cited page: MLA format for citations of at least two cited and valid sources.
Two required images: Can be located anywhere in your paper.
Your paper will be evaluated by the following components for maximum credit:
• Uploaded to Canvas by 4/09 (Early submission for additional credit by 4/02. Late papers are not accepted!)
• Paper content follows required outline.
• Works cited page with at least two valid sources and required images included.
• Professionalism: It is expected that the paper will be written well enough so that spelling,
sentence structure, organization and other basic mechanics of writing will not be a distraction
from the content.

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