AMS 100: Introduction To American Identity and Culture

 

AMERICAN ART REVIEW

 

You will write a review of an example of American art . The review will be of  one work of musical , visual or literary work.

The work and artist (s) should be considered American from any part of the Americas.

Each review will be 3-5 pages, double spaced, with the following heading on the first page.

 

Upper Left Heading Upper Right heading
Artist:____________________________

Place of birth:_______________________

DOB/DOD:__________________________

Work of Art Selected:________________________

Your Name:_______________________

Course:_______________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Your review should include the following outline:

 

I. Artist Background: Identify the artists cultural background/family history especially in terms of their experiences and the possible influences on their work.

 

II. Work of Art: Identify and describe the work of art you have chosen to focus on. Identify the genre and style of the work. What was the context in time (history) and space (region) when the artist created their work?

 

III. Influence of the Work: Describe the reaction to this work and its influence over time on American culture and /or the world. Conclude with influences you experienced or your reaction to the work.

 

References: Include books, periodicals and internet sources you used. You may cite in the text or simply include references at the end of your paper.

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