David M. Cook

Top Left: Robin, cut paper, pen and ink.  2013

Top Right: Cosmic Mike, cut paper, pen and ink.  2013

Middle Left: Impossible Triangle, cut paper, pen and ink.  2013

Middle Right: Little Billy Hughes,  cut paper, pen and ink.  2013

Left: Bob Sager,  cut paper, pen and ink.  2013

Left: Bev, cut paper, pen and ink.  2014





















These are the works of the very talented David M. Cook.  Originally from Brooklyn, New York, David currently lives in Los Angeles and is adjusting to the fast paced life of L.A.  Mr. Cook's success has recently grown even after just moving to L.A.  His recent solo art show in Los Feliz is a testament to that. 

Observe Mr. Cook's works above and answer the following questions in complete sentences and use academic vocabulary: 

What is the title of the work?   Describe what you see. (at least 4 things). 

How the does Mr. Cook use the elements and principles of design within his work?  How does he emphasize line and shape?  Is there a focal point?  Is there movement?  If so, where?  Would his works be considered flat or 3-dimensional?  Explain.  Geometric or Organic?  Explain. 

Using what you have recently learned about color, how does he represent color?  What color schemes are present?  Is there color contrast?  If so, where?  And how?  What theme in his works relate to el Dia de Los Muertos?  Explain. 

What message do you think he is trying to convey to his audience?  Does it remind you of anything?  How does the work make you feel?  Would  you recommend your friends and family to see this work?  If so, why?  If not, why not? 

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Lucian Freud Portraits

 These are portraits created by an exceptional artist named Lucian Freud. 

“Everything is autobiographical” Lucian Freud said, “everything is a portrait, even if it’s only a chair.”

What do you think Freud meant by this quote? 

What is your first impression of these portraits?

How are they different than other portrait paintings that you have seen?

Many of Freud's critics argue that he not only captures the physical qualities of people but also, their psychological qualities as well.   

What is meant by psychological qualities?

The painting below is Freud's painting of the Queen of England.  It was harshly criticized and many referred to it as an insult.   

What is your opinion?  What makes it or does not make it insulting? Explain. 

Remember your task is to respond to all of the questions then wait a day and respond to another persons response. 
















***********************REMEMBER NEW RULES***********************************
*Blog responses are due Sundays, no exceptions.
*You have one week to complete blogs
*All questions must have a response. 
*Each response must be a paragraph (5-10 sentences)
You must comment on someone else blog (agree, disagree, add to it, or make them understand your point of view)
*Your blog response must have your correct name and your class period. (or else how do I know who you are?)

Advanced Art: Crystal Wagner

Crystal Wagner

Crystal Wagner received her MFA from the University of Tennessee in 2008, her BFA from the Atlanta College of Art in 2004, and her AFA from Keystone College in 2002.  She is represented by Hashimoto Contemporary, San Francisco, CA. After teaching as a college art professor for five years, Crystal left academia to focus exclusively on her studio practice.

Wagner’s interest in combining 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional forms, alternative use of materials, and hybrid approaches to printmaking, and massive site-specific installations, have led to her artwork being exhibited extensively in the U.S and abroad. - See more at: http://www.crystalwagner.com/info.html#sthash.QLTQmaBp.dpuf

 

Crystal Wagner recieved her MFA from the University of Tennessee in 2008, her BFA from the Atlanta College of Art in 2004, and her AFA from Keystone College in 2002.  She is represented by the Hashimoto Contemporary Gallery, San Francisco, CA.  After teaching as a college art professor for five years, Crystal left academia to focus exclusively on her studio practice.

Wagner’s interest in combining 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional forms, alternative use of materials, and hybrid approaches to printmaking, and massive site-specific installations, have led to her artwork being exhibited extensively in the U.S and abroad.

After viewing Wagner's work, what is your first impression of her work?  Explain.
How does it directly relate to her drawing?  Explain.
Knowing that paper is 2D and sculpture is 3D, how in your own words can you describe Wagner's work?  Explain.
Explain how she uses line, shape, form, and color?  Be specific and give detailed examples from the work above.

***********************REMEMBER NEW RULES***********************************
*Blog responses are due Sundays, no exceptions.
*You have one week to complete blogs
*No more going back to make up blogs
*Each response must be a paragraph (5-10 sentences)
You must comment on someone else blog (agree, disagree, add to it, or make them understand your point of view)
*Your blog response must have your correct name (or else how do I know who you are?)

Crystal Wagner received her MFA from the University of Tennessee in 2008, her BFA from the Atlanta College of Art in 2004, and her AFA from Keystone College in 2002.  She is represented by Hashimoto Contemporary, San Francisco, CA. After teaching as a college art professor for five years, Crystal left academia to focus exclusively on her studio practice.

Wagner’s interest in combining 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional forms, alternative use of materials, and hybrid approaches to printmaking, and massive site-specific installations, have led to her artwork being exhibited extensively in the U.S and abroad. - See more at: http://www.crystalwagner.com/info.html#sthash.QLTQmaBp.dpuf

Crystal Wagner received her MFA from the University of Tennessee in 2008, her BFA from the Atlanta College of Art in 2004, and her AFA from Keystone College in 2002.  She is represented by Hashimoto Contemporary, San Francisco, CA. After teaching as a college art professor for five years, Crystal left academia to focus exclusively on her studio practice.

Wagner’s interest in combining 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional forms, alternative use of materials, and hybrid approaches to printmaking, and massive site-specific installations, have led to her artwork being exhibited extensively in the U.S and abroad. - See more at: http://www.crystalwagner.com/info.html#sthash.QLTQmaBp.dpuf