Art Appreciation

1. define the Prehistoric eras Paleolithic and Neolithic. What era of prehistory is Stonehenge from? What kind of construction was used? What is the heel stone? Describe the stones. In addition to Stonehenge, select another architectural structure from either Chapter 14 or 15 and describe its features. There are many options to choose from including, churches, pyramids, skyscrapers, etc.

2. The Classical Orders are based on what fundamental ancient building system? What are the three basic types of Greek column capital orders? What is the pediment? What is entasis? Which type of capital has leaf like shapes? According to the textbook, what are the three periods of Greek art? Explain each one.
Your response should be at least 400 words and submitted as a Microsoft Word document.

3.list and describe the two separate art movements that Matisse and Rothko belonged to. Describe how they are similar and how they are different. Describe each artists style and how they used color and space in their paintings. Describe Matisse’s painting “Harmony in Red” depicited in the book. Describe one of Rothko’s paintings depicted in either the book or the Rothko video. What were the subjects/content of these paintings? Both of these painters are recent artists whose work can be considered Modern Art. Reflect upon how the recent artwork of Modern artists compares to the earlier, ancient art from eras you have learned about this semester, such as Prehistory, The Middle Ages, and Renaissance. What was your favorite era? What was your favorite artwork you learned about this semester and what era was it from?

a response should be at least 400 words and submitted as a Microsoft Word document.

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