Classify works of art using different approaches

Music and Dance

Required Resources

Read/review the following resources for this activity:

· Textbook: Chapter 9, 10

· Minimum of 1 primary source (from artist)

· Minimum of 1 scholarly source (in addition to the textbook – from critic)

Initial Post Instructions

Choose  one of the music or dance movements that you read about this week  and at least one work from that movement. Then, address the following:

· Examine the movement and specific work in relation to historical and political influences of the movement.

· Identify characteristics of the movement and how the work reflects these characteristics.

· Include a statement from the artist and one from a critic.

· Include a link to the lyrics and/or video depending on your choice.

Writing Requirements

· Minimum of 2 sources cited (assigned readings/online lessons and an outside source)

· APA format for in-text citations and list of references

Course Outcomes

CO 1: Identify the content, forms, and/or techniques of work of art (e.g., architecture, fine art, literature, and/or drama).

CO 2: Analyze the content, forms, and/or techniques of a work of art (e.g., architecture, fine art, literature, and/or drama).

CO 3: Explain the historical/cultural/social context in which a work was created.

CO 4: Classify works of art using different approaches (by discipline, genre, style, period, etc.) in order to contextualize the works and relate them to a variety of influences.

Classify works of art using different approaches

Introduction

When we look at art, we often want to know what it is. We want to know if it’s a painting, a sculpture or even something else entirely. However, when it comes to classifying works of art there are different approaches that can be taken. In this article we will discuss some of these methods so you can decide which one would work best for your project

Basic classification using color

Color is one of the most important aspects of art. It can be used to classify works, and it’s often one of the first things we think about when we encounter a piece. From paintings to sculptures and even photography, color has been used as an effective way to categorize artworks.

Some artists use colors in their work more than others; however there are certain colors that have become very popular over time among artists who create different types of media (such as painting). The following list includes some common colors used by various artists throughout history:

Using lighting and angle

When you’re trying to figure out what an artist was trying to achieve, one thing that often helps is looking at the work from a different angle. This can help you see what’s not visible or understand how the artist made their mark on your canvas. If you’re having trouble seeing it from where you are, try tilting your head or letting some light shine through so that it illuminates your artwork.

If even this doesn’t work for you, go back later and try again when there’s more light available in your chosen space (such as during daylight hours).

Take a look at the work in person

• Don’t rely on the photo.
• Don’t rely on the price.
• Don’t rely on the artist’s name or title.
• Don’t assume that a work of art is part of an exhibition or gallery show simply because it has an “art” label attached to it. For example, if you see a painting in an alleyway and ask someone who owns it what it’s worth, they may tell you something completely different than if they were asked by someone with access to information about artworks’ values (like auction houses).

Classifying art can be done differently based on the approach you take.

Classifying art can be done differently based on the approach you take. For example, color is often used to classify works of art. Color is a very important element in painting and other visual arts, so it makes sense that color would be useful for differentiating between different types of paintings. However, there are other ways in which classification can be done differently based on the technique used by artists or their followers. For example: some artists choose to organize their work into groups based on lighting or angle; others group them into categories according to subject matter (for example landscapes vs still-lifes).

Conclusion

The best way to classify art is by taking a closer look at the work of art itself. This can be done with your eyes, but also using different tools such as an app or tool that takes color and lighting into account when classifying colors in the same painting. There are many different approaches to classification, so it’s important that you find one that suits your needs best!