Timeline Art Movement Description Artists & Examples
Prehistoric: TheBeginning
Mesopotamia: TheArchitects
Egypt: The Art ofImmortality
This art history timeline is to be used in conjunction with the readings in the AnnotatedMona Lisa. This timeline will take you into about 100 pages of the book and should becompleted in one year. It can be completed in one semester if more time is dedicated toart history.
How to use this timeline:1. Enter the dates into the Timeline.2. Outline a few key points from the art movement that you read about under the
Description section.3. Write the name of the artist under the example picture given. Also, add other
Advanced Placement Art History Summer Assignment Part 2 Use your copy of The Annotated Mona Lisa to complete the items below. Do not use any photographs of works that are reproduced in black and white (unless you are referring to a work that is meant to be viewed only as black and white). You may use the ENTIRE BOOK to search for examples. 1. Color is an important element of art. An example of complementary colors are___________ and ____________. Find an example of a complementary color plan. Artist: Title of work: Page #: Colors in composition: 2. Line is an element present in all works of art. Find examples that represent the following types of lines. Curvy or wavy Artist: Title of work: Page #: Brief description of work: Jagged or zigzag Artist: Title of work: Page #: Brief description: 3. Shape is another element of art. Find works of art that contain the following shapes. Geometric Artist: Title of work: Page #: Brief description: Organic Artist: Title of work: Page #: Brief description:
4. Texture is the element that appeals to the sense of touch. What is the difference between real texture and implied texture? Find a work that you think would represent real texture. What do you think it would feel like? Artist: Title of work: Page #: Brief description: Find a work that shows implied textures. Artist: Title of work: Page #: Brief description: 5. What are some tools the artist uses to create the illusion of space? (list at least two). Find a work that shows one of the methods you listed Artist: Title of work: Page #: Brief description: How has this artist shown the illusion of space? 6. Balance is an important principle of design. Find a work of art that represents each type of balance listed below. Symmetrical Artist: Title of work: Page #: Brief description of work: Asymmetrical Artist: Title of work: Page #: Brief description:
7. Find a work of art that represents repetition. Why did you choose this particular work of art? Artist: Title of work: Page #: Brief description: 8. What are some different ways an artist creates emphasis? Select a work of art that interests you. Artist: Title of work: Page #: Brief description: What is the center of interest of the work you selected? How did the artist create emphasis? 9. Why is unity a very important principle of design? Find a work of art that you feel represents the principle of unity. Artist: Title of work: Page #: Brief description: How has this artist shown the principle of unity? 10. Contrast shows the difference between elements of design. Identify two different ways an artist might show contrast. Find a work of art that shows one of the ways you listed. Artist: Title of work: Page #: Brief description: How has the artist used contrast? �
AP ART HISTORY SUMMER ASSIGNMENT Part Three You are required to visit the Philadelphia Museum of Art this summer. The purpose of this visit is to get you looking at lots and lots of art. Seeing art LIVE is always the best way to experience it. Project counts as a regular quiz grade. PART 1
1. You must bring a camera with you on your visit. The museum generally allows you to photograph work as long as you are not using a flash. You will NOT be able to photograph special exhibits. If don’t own a camera borrow one or buy a disposable camera and get a disc made. Email me if you have a problem finding a camera and we will work something out.
2. First visit the Philadelphia Museum of Art (PMA) website. Review museum policies, current exhibits and floor plan. Sundays are paying what you wish (free) at the PMA.
3. When visiting the PMA plan to spend at least 2 hours exploring. Find art you like and really observe it. Visit all three floors. When viewing the artwork read the cards next to the work. It will give info such as the title, artist’s name; date art was completed, etc.
4. Take at least 20 photos (or short videos) at the museum as “proof” of your visit. One photo must include yourself, 4 photos must be works of art from my list on the back of this handout. The other 12 are free choice. Try to take more than 20 photos so you have more to choose from later.
*PMA BONUS QUESTIONS-Answer all of the following questions correctly and you will receive free correct answer on your first incorrect multiple choice question on your first quiz. Put answers and photo in story (PowerPoint, etc). This means your story will now have 23 slides.
1. What story is Cy Twombly’s series of abstract paintings based upon? 2. Who is the artist that created the hanging sculpture in the Great Stair Hall?
( hint- look up when in the hallway) 3. Photograph what you consider the most offensive, unusual or
misunderstood work of art in museum and explain why (subjective question-no correct answer).
PART 2 Include text (at least 3 sentences) on the slides from the works of art (4) on my list. Text could include a critique, questions, comments or something you learned about the artwork. Put images in one of the following programs PowerPoint, moviemaker, photostory or a similar program. Story should contain text and/or sound, a title page and at least 20 photos but no more than 25 slides. PMA is due first day of school and must be burned to a disc. More on back>>>>>>>>>>>>
PART 3 (optional) Visit another art museum. Follow steps 1-4 to receive an additional perfect score on your lowest quiz grade during the 2ND marking period. If you are traveling this summer try to visit an art museum on your vacation. Email me with questions: [email protected]
MY LIST-Pick 4 works of art from below to find, document and write about.
