Presentations

Tamaj: I like your take on impressionism. I would try to formulate a more distinct thesis, especially one that incorporates the motives/ inspirations of the artists of the paintings you selected. With impressionism, you are able to research the historical backgrounds of those paintings and see the influence they had on art in later times. Try to speak a bit louder during presentations.

Brittany: I really enjoyed your connection between Freud and Dali. I think you have a lot of information to expand upon and the paintings are certainly complex and presumably loaded with meaning and inspiration from a variety of sources. I would research the reactions to his works and what exactly he intended the viewer to think, wonder, and experience by viewing and contemplating his work, or if he was just merely painting his own dreams without an intent.

Jasmin: Your presentation on graffiti art was captivating. I was unaware about the definite distinction between the two kinds of graffiti art. The commissioned painting of the woman in one of the first slides was unbelievably beautiful. I had a notion of graffiti in my mind as ugly or just merely large letters, yet that mural broadened my horizons. Perhaps this may add to your argument in some way in that many people can have their opinions altered regarding graffiti once they realize the beauty in it, especially through commissioned pieces.

Phyllis: I really enjoyed your presentation. The unique pieces are very interesting I think. I would be curious what the intent of the creator was, because the sculptures are bit trippy. They make the viewer aware of their own size, and make them question their relationship to everyday objects from the perspective of an ant, essentially.

Karen: Your presentation on feminism in Chicano art was interesting. I liked how you were able to contrast the images of the virgin Mary. What I wonder about your topic is whether or not male artists exist in this field. What do men think of such feminist pieces? Are they accepted? Is there revolt for defacing a sacred image? Are the female artists religious?