Homework

• R-4 due Friday.

• Current events project due May 19.

Aim #7: What were the characteristics of Renaissance Art?

April 29, 2015

I. Medieval Art

Giotto: Madonna and Child (ca 1300)

How would you describe this painting in terms of the subject matter, appearance of the mother and child, the background, the painter’s use of color, and imagery.

I. Medieval Art

A. Characteristics: - Emphasis on religious images - Flat (lacked depth, background)- Dull Colors- Unrealistic - Disproportionate (religious figures depicted the largest)- Rigid, with no appearance of movement

II. Renaissance Art

Botticelli: Birth of Venus (1486)

How is this painting different from Giotto’s in terms of subject matter, background, color and imagery?

II. Renaissance ArtA. Characteristics:

- Religious and Classical Themes (influence of humanism)- Use of perspective (illusion of depth, three dimensions)- Very Realistic → Attention to shadows, light sources, accurate human anatomy - Celebration of the human body (very humanist!)- Elaborate backgrounds- Vibrant colors and vivid details - Objects are in proportion - Appearance of movement

III. Famous Renaissance ArtistsA. Leonardo Da Vinci (1452-

1519)

– True Renaissance Man

– Scientist, inventor, engineer and artist

– Dissected corpses/ developed early airplane models

– Famous paintings: Mona Lisa, Madonna with a Flower, The Last Supper

Da Vinci: Madonna with a Flower (1478) Giotto: Madonna and Child (ca 1300)

1. How is Da Vinci’s portrayal of Jesus and Mary different from Giotto’s?2. How does Da Vinci’s painting show the characteristics of Renaissance art?3. Would you describe Da Vinci’s painting as a humanist work? Why or why not?

Da Vinci: The Last Supper (1495-1498)

1. How does the painting show the characteristics of Renaissance art?2. How does this painting show the values of humanism?

III. Famous Renaissance ArtistsB. Michelangelo

(1475-1564)

– Famous Painting: Ceiling of the Sistine Chapel

– Famous Sculptures: David, Pieta

– Incredible energy and endurance

Michelangelo: Creation of Man (Sistine Chapel)

1. What makes this painting a humanist work of art (think about the portrayal of Adam, his relationship with God, etc.)?

Michelangelo: David

1. Describe David’s body, facial expression, posture and any other notable characteristics in this sculpture.

2. How is this sculpture a humanist work of art?

Michelangelo: Pieta Giotto: Madonna and Child (ca 1300)

1. How is Michelangelo’s portrayal of Jesus and Mary different from Giotto’s?2. How is Michelangelo’s sculpture a humanist work?3. Which portrayal of Jesus and Mary do you prefer? Why?

III. Famous Renaissance Artists

Raphael: The School of Athens (1509-1511)

1. How does this painting reflect the following philosophies of the Renaissance:

• Humanism• Classicism• Secularism

Concluding Question

• Of the artists we have discussed over the last two days (Leonardo, Michelangelo, Raphael), which one do you think best reflects the values and goals of the Renaissance? Why?