| Art
/ 1300-1700 : An 8 page research paper on the development of artistic
techniques between 1300 and 1700 in The Netherlands, Flanders, Rome, Spain, Italy and
France. Various artists’ works are discussed in terms of evolving techniques,
including Da Vinci, Van Eyck, Michelangelo, La Tour, Velazquez, and the Boucicaut Master.
Other influences are also presented. Bibliography lists 6 sources. 6paint.wps
Jan van Eyck / Techniques and Innovations
: A 7 page research paper on the innovations of van Eyck. The writer looks at the
incorporation of realism and religious/ethereal symbolism within everyday settings,
describing the symbolism in the Ghent alterpieces and the Arnolfini Wedding. Also explored
are his techniques in light, illumination, oil and color. A discussion of Panofsky’s
theory on not reviewing art within historical contexts is also presented. Bibliography
lists 7 sources. Cneyckn.wps
Comparison of Two Art Genres -- Sensibilite
vs. Rococo : 4 pages in length. An analytical discussion of how paintings from
different eras are indeed, representative of entirely different genres. The writer
describes Francois Boucher's "The Toilet of Venus" as being exemplary of the
Sensibilite Movement while Greuz's "Broken Eggs" is more clearly a work from the
Rococo Period. The key features that separate these two types of art are defined and each
painting is described in the context of its own period. No Bibliography. Paintin3.wps
Comparing Three Minimalist Artists :
A 10 page paper highlighting the work of Marcel Duchamp, Ulrich Ruckriem and Donald Judd.
Of these three artists, it would appear that only Ruckriem is in danger of taking too
seriously both his work and minimalist art in general. Duchamp made fun of the entire area
of modern art and encouraged others to do the same; Judd even disdained hearing his work
called sculpture. They each presented very different styles, both in their approaches and
their final work, as evidenced by Ruckriem’s concerns of his work being too much for
a building to support weighed against the report of Judd’s volume of work and wide
range of sizes. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Minimal.wps
Abstract Expressionism / Art & Architecture
Comparison : A 20 page paper that explores layering, spatial depth, minimalism,
combination of materials, objects and colors, and the moralist vein, all of which typify
abstract expressionism. The artists and architects reviewed and compared include: Pollock
and Richard Gluckman, Helen Frankenthaler and Garth Alexander Oldershaw, Jasper Johns and
James Stewart Polshek, and Barnett Newman and Sam Durant. Bibliography lists 14 sources. Artarch.wps
"Art Past, Art Present" by Wilkins
and Schultz: A Specific View of... : This 4 page report discusses both the text
itself and the work of two different "modern" artists – Jasper Johns and
Diego Rivera -- from the book "Art Past, Art Present." By examining the work of
artists within a specific timeframe, the authors also present a larger view of human
history and culture. Bibliography lists only the text itself as a source. Artpast.rtf
Movies – 20th Century Art Form
: This 8 page report discusses cinema as a form of 20th century art.
Numerous examples are noted. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Moviart.wps
The Contributions Of Meyer Shapiro To Romanesque
Art : An 8 page paper that discusses the contribution that Meyer Shapiro
made to Romanesque Art. It discusses how Shapiro relates the aesthetics of Romanesque Art
to the social desire of the period to create beauty as well as speak to the religious
themes, and that aesthetic renderings of religious themes was the main intent of the
artists. He proves this through a discussion of the liberties the artists took with those
themes. This representation runs counter to most discussions of Romanesque art, which
focus on form and function. 1 source cited. Romanart.wps
Cubism in Modern Art : A 5 page
paper that argues that Cubism, and particularly artists Picasso and Braque, was the
forerunner to the "science as art" movement that continues today. The paper
defines Cubism and its originators, and looks at some of the works of the cubists and how
it affected a modern application of science in the arts. Artists works and ideas discussed
include Picasso, Cezanne, Leger, Uecker, Duchamp, Malevich, Frankenthaler and Klee.
Bibliography lists 8 sources. Cubism.wps
Cubism vs. Futurism : 3 page essay
comparing cubism and futurism (abstract art) with mention of Picasso,
Matisse, Braque, Marinetti, DuChamp etc; No Bibliography. Cubsimfu.wps
French Impressionism vs. Modernism :
A 4 page paper comparing these two art forms. The writer describes how each is different
from the other, as well as comparing one of Monet's paintings [Water Lillies] with
one of Picasso's [Ma Jolie]. Bibliography cites 6 sources. Artcomp.wps
Human Nature in Renaissance Art : A 20
page paper describing the view of human nature on renaissance art. The writer describes
the Renaissance belief in humanism and its effects on the view of human nature and how
this is portrayed in art of the time. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Renaissat.wps
Michelangelo’s Contributions to the
Renaissance : A 6 page research paper that critically analyzess the life and
selected works of the Italian artist Michelangelo. Michelangelo’s contributions and
influence on Italy and the Renaissance period are discussed, with particular reference to
his sculpture, ‘David’, and his painting in the Sistine Chapel. Bibliography
lists 5 sources. Michren.wps
Romanesque Art : The contributions of
Marilyn Stokstad are noted in this 8 page paper that focuses on the Romanesque style. The
only source for this analysis is her 1988 book Medieval Art in which she focuses on
history in interpreting the evolution of various art periods. The roots of Romanesque art
are discussed, which include such influences as the Carolingian, Ottonian and Byzantine
styles. Romart.wps
Pop Art : The sixties art movement is
discussed in a 6 page overview. Definitions of the movement are in depth. Specific works
are analyzed along with the movement itself. Social and political meanings of the art are
explored. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Popart.wps
Social, Political & Economical Impact Of 18th
Century Art : 3 pages in length. The social, political and economical
impact of eighteenth century art was vast and encompassing. The world, at that time, was
changing in leaps and bounds, and those of the artistic circles were not to be left
behind. The writer discusses the particular influence to this change of two extraordinary
and celebrated French artists: Jacques-Louis David and Francois Boucher. Bibliography
lists 5 sources. Art18cent.wps
African-American Art & Apartheid : A
5 page paper that considers the impacts of African American art and artists on the
transition from Apartheid rule and suggest that the prevellence of compassionate
correlations made in American art have underscored the imperative of black artists in
South Africa. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Afra.wps
Cultural Expression In African American Art
: A 4 page paper on the use of art to express the African American struggles (everyday
and over the centuries), successes, and the search for identity and empowerment. Two
artists highlighted are: Jason Miccolo Johnson and John Biggers, noting their past and
contributing contributions to the culture of African American expression. The paper also
relies on quotes from literary and other Black artists to express not only the daily
struggle for survival and recognition for African Americans, but the struggle of Black
artists in the art world itself. Art.doc
The Rediscovery Of The Human / The New
Physicality In Late Medieval Art & Literature : A comprehensive, 60 page
thesis paper on the transition between what has come to be called in the art field the
Romanesque & Gothic periods. The writer asserts, first, that a similar distinction is
also present in the literature, and that the Gothic spirit is actually a rediscovery of
the physical which had been lost due to the Christian Church’s obsession with the
spiritual alone. It is ultimately concluded that the transformation of vision that
occurred in late medieval ages was the movement from a culture obsessed with becoming
divine to a culture more at home in its own humanity. Bibliography lists more than 25
sources. Artthes.rtf
The Renaissance & Humanism In the Art and
Music in San Marco, Venice :
A 12 page paper that provides a comprehensive overview of the significant features
of the art and music of San Marco, Venice during the Renaissance era and considers the
relationship between the art and the ideal of humanism. Bibliography lists 7 sources. venicen.wps
Fras Angelico and Lippi / Style
& Social Perspective : An 8 page research paper exploring the social
and personal ideals held by Fras Angelico and Lippi and how these ideals translated to
their art. The writer discusses several pieces, with focus on the contrast between their
"Madonna and Child" paintings. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Cnlipang.wps
Abstract Expressionism / Art &
Architecture Comparison : A 20 page paper that explores layering, spatial depth,
minimalism, combination of materials, objects and colors, and the moralist vein, all of
which typify abstract expressionism. The artists and architects reviewed and compared
include: Pollock and Richard Gluckman, Helen Frankenthaler and Garth Alexander Oldershaw,
Jasper Johns and James Stewart Polshek, and Barnett Newman and Sam Durant. Bibliography
lists 14 sources. Abstrexp.wps
The Influence Of African Art in Haiti :
A 10 page paper that describes the influences of African art on Haiti and looks at some
early Haitian artists and considers the role of their African heritage in the development
of their craft. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Arihaiti.wps
Japanese Art and Culture : This 10 page
paper provides an overview of Japanese culture with an emphasis on art. Included is a
section on the history of art in Japan. Contemporary subjects are addressed including the
culture's treatment of AIDS and homosexuality. Comparisons between Japanese and Western
culture are made throughout the paper. Bibliography lists 11 sources. Japcult.wps
Japanese Art During The Asuka Period :
This 5 page paper provides an overview of Japanese art as was created during the Asuka
period. The scope of the era is defined and its link with the introduction of Buddhism is
highlighted. The Horyuji Temple is noted as being important to the history of Japanese art
and the clothing as created during the time period is also included. Bibliography lists 7
sources. Asuka.wps
Japanese Art Of The Kamakuran Period :
10 pages in length. The Kamakuran period marks the time in Japanese history when the city
of Kamakura was the capitol of Japan. The period was characterized by great and beautiful
art as a direct result of the change in military rule, and Buddhist beliefs. Most of the
art of the time consisted sculptures pictures and portraits of Gods, spirits, and priests.
This paper traces the development, significance, & style of Kamakuran Bibliography
lists 5 sources. Kamakura.doc
Mimbres Pottery : A 10 page essay
on the beautiful pottery produced by this tribe of ancient North American Indians.
Bibliography lists six sources. Mimbres.wps
Josiah Wedgwood : This 5 page
paper profiles the man who has been praised for creating an extremely successful
enterprise in the eighteenth century. He is most well known for the type of Wedgwood
pottery sold today in light blue with decorative white reliefs. Bibliography lists 5
sources. Wedgwood.wps
Mexican Art of the 19th and 20th Centuries /
Comparison of Styles and Trends :
A 5 page paper that provides an overview of the basic trends in art in 19th and
20th century Mexico and considers the impact of the War of Independence on the emergence
of the focus on regional art. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Mexiart.wps
Leonardo DaVinci : A 10 page
overview of Leonardo DaVinci's life & work. Bibliography lists 7 sources. End notes. Davinci.wps
Rembrandt’s Life & Works : A
7 page paper on the life and works of Rembrandt. The writer discusses some of the more
significant of his works, and talks about how he was perceived by his peers. Bibliography
included. Remb.wps
Salvadore Dali : 5 page biography and
discussion of the 20th century Spanish surrealist painter, Salvadore Dali. Bibliography
lists 5 sources. Dali.wps
Salvadore Dali / Life & Works :
10 pages exploring the life of Dali concentrating on how aspects of his life influenced
his painting. Examples of his early, Surrealist, and Classical periods are given with
analysis. Bibliography that lists 6 sources. Saldal.wps
Salvador Dali / A Look At Two Of His Works
: This 3 page report examines two of the painter's most renown works, The
Persistence of Memory and Sacrament of the Last Supper. They are not done in
the same style, yet share many similarities. A brief synopsis of Dali's life as an artist
serves as an introduction. No Bibliography. Dali2.wps
The Use Of Non-Naturalistic Coadjutors In The
Work Of Salvadore Dali : An 8 page essay on the use of non-naturalistic
‘‘coads,’’ or images, in representatives works from the different
periods of Dali’s career. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Coads.wps
Breton, Dali, & Dada / Surrealism :
A 7 page essay on the roots of Dada and Surrealism, with a discussion of the political and
personal influences characteristic of these art forms—their beginning and their end.
Artists work reviewed include Salvadore Dali, Rene Magritte, and Sherwood Anderson, among
others. Bibliography cites 9 sources. Surealda.wps
"Hagar" by Edmonia Lewis (1875)
: A 5 page reaction paper to this extraordinary marble representation of the biblical
character emphasizes a variety of emotional responses. Several points are made including
the artist's possible perception, the masculinity of the piece along with its angelic
qualities.The figure's relationship with the biblical tale is also noted. Hagar.doc
Howard Finster / An Artist on a Mission : A
comprehensive 10 page discussion of the life and works of Reverend Howard Finster, a 20th
century artist who, when suddenly endowed late in life with the talent to paint, believed
that God was guiding him artistically. Numerous works are analyzed. Bibliography lists 10
sources. Finster.wps
Helen Frankenthaler : A 4 page paper
that discusses Frankenthaler's experience in the world of art, her unique technique and
its subsequent applications. The paper discusses the fact of recognition for her technique
in a male-dominant art world, but not her works. Through feminist descriptions of a few of
her works, the paper posits that the beauty of the paintings themselves may have been
largely ignored in light of the fact that her technique was so intriguing. Bibliography
lists 5 sources. Frank2.wps
Mark Rothko & Universal Visions :
A 5 page research paper on Mark Rothko and his artistic vision as it applies to the
concept of art and society. The writer posits that Rothko’s vision was much more than
colors, shapes and forms, and reflects an intent to move the soul beyond isolation to
universalism. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Cnrothko.wps
Frida Kahlo : This 1 page paper
discusses the life of famous Mexican painter Frida Kahlo. The writer analyzes the way
Kahlo's paintings represent her life, and the inspiration she offers as a Latin American
woman. Bibliography lists one source. Frida.wps ..Total Price Only $ 10.95 !
The Life & Works of F.J. DeGoya : 6
page discussion of the life and works of Francisco Jose DeGoya, the 18th century Spanish
painter. Focuses upon "The Shootings of May Third" and "Pradrera de San
Isidro." Bibliography lists 8 sources. Goya.wps
The Influence Of Francisco de Goya : A
15 page paper analyzing the effect the late eighteenth-century painter Francisco de Goya
had on the Impressionists of the late nineteenth century and the Expressionists of the
early twentieth. The writer concludes that the Impressionists primarily gained from Goya a
fresh way of looking at light; the Expressionists gained from his darker period a more
direct way of depicting the human soul. Bibliography lists 11 sources. Goya2.wps
Romanticism / The Dark Eye of Beauty : A
10 page analysis of three paintings-Goya’s "Saturn devouring his son,"
Delacroix’s "Death of Sardanapalus," and Fuseli’s "The
Nightmare." The writer examines how each of these paintings fits a definition of
Romanticism written in an essay by Burke in 1755 while also discussing the contributions
that each artist made to the Romantic movement. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Rompaint.wps
Art During the Romantic Period : A 10
page examination of the art and artists which characterize the period referred to as the
Romantic Period. Includes literature, music and painting. Stresses that this period is
characterized more by philosophical revolt, a revolt in which all art forms began to rebel
against the status quo and rationalism, than it is by a particular art form or style. Also
stresses that there is much overlap between art forms and that classification of such
forms is often subjective. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Romanart.wps
Gaze / Impressionist Flaneur : An 8 page
essay on the gaze of the Impressionists in the urban setting. The writer posits that the
flaneur’s gaze was not only artistic but political, particularly in respect to
consumerism and changing women’s roles. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Gaze.wps
Cezanne’s "The Bather" :
A 5 page research essay on Paul Cezanne’s mesmerizing work, "The
Bather." In the course of an argument that posits that the work is nearly
indescribable and is definitely "un-categorical," the writer describes
Cezanne’s techniques, philosophies and achieved effects. The writer also provides
descriptions of the work by art critics, which tend to the metaphysical. Bibliography
lists 6 sources. Cezbathr.doc
Cezanne’s "The Bather" # 2 :
A 5 page essay on the rhythms and cadences that speak to the soul in Cezanne’s
"The Bather." The writer compares the dissonances in Cezanne’s work to
musical counterbalance, positing that the artist (Cezanne) creates a Rachmaninoff concerto
from Debussy’s "Chanson de Billets." Cezmuse.doc
Cezanne’s "The Great
Bathers" / Response : A 5 page essay on the rhythms and cadences that speak
to the soul in Cezanne’s "The Great Bathers." The writer compares the
dissonance and consonance in Cezanne’s work to musical counterbalance, positing that
Cezanne creates a symphonic arrangement from the various techniques described. Cezmuse2.doc
Courbet and Cezanne / A Contrast and Comparison
: A 6 page paper comparatively discussing the lives & works of these two artists.
Their reflections of their lives within their works are contrasted and compared.
Bibliography lists 6 sources. Cezan.wps
Biography Of Van Gogh / Stone’s "Lust
for Life" : A 7 page paper discussing the way Irving Stone presented the life
of Van Gogh in this bio-history. It compares Stone’s version of one particular
incident to those of two other Van Gogh biographers, and also includes the viewpoints of
several other critics who have commented on Stone’s handling of his genre.
Bibliography lists 7 sources. Vangogh.wps
Sunflowers Comparative / Monet & Van Gogh
: A 5 page research paper comparing and contrasting the sunflower paintings of
these two artists. The writer posits that, according to their own desires, the artists
created the effect of either order (Monet) or emotion (van Gogh). Bibliography lists 5
sources. Sunflwr.wps
Van Gogh’s "Starry Night" as a
Religious Vision : A 15 page analysis of Vincent Van Gogh’s famous
painting, showing how its technique and iconography argue in favor of its role as
religious art. The paper examines the painting from both a technical and a symbolic
viewpoint. Bibliography lists 9 sources. Starvis.wps
Van Gogh’s "Self Portrait With A Straw
Hat" : A 5 page paper discussing three different perspectives of Vincent Van
Gogh. The first addresses the self-portrait, titled "Self-Portrait with a Straw
Hat," and how his personal life was evident in the painting. The second perspective
is also based on the same self-portrait but addresses how earlier art influenced this
piece. The last section, and the largest, illustrates why people saw Van Gogh as insane.
Bibliography lists 4 sources. RAgogh.wps
Teaching Van Gogh to Sixth Grade Students - 3
Lesson Plans : Three 2-page lesson plans for teaching 6th grade art students.
Includes Van Gogh's artwork, new vocabulary words, and a post-lesson quiz. Each
bibliography lists 2 sources. An excellent reference for anyone studying elementary
education ! (6 pages total). Artlesso.wps
Artwork Of Frederic Remington & His
Depiction Of The American West : A 12 page paper that provides an overview of the
ideals and values of the American West as expressed through the art work of Frederic
Remington. This paper considers Remington's impact on the identity of the West and the
myths and perceptions that were supported by his art. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Remington.rtf
Castiglione's "The Courtier" and
Neoplatonic Beauty During the Renaissance :
A 6 page paper on this landmark work in Renaissance literature and the art that
shared its aesthetic goals. The writer details Castiglione's view of Neoplatonic beauty,
and then relates it specifically to the works of two Renaissance artists, Michelangelo and
Leonardo da vinci. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Castig.wps
Caravaggio’s Card Sharps" :
A 7 research paper which analyzes this work by the Italian artist Caravaggio. The writer
shows how this painting is representative of Caravaggio’s work and also the areas in
which it is unique. The controversy surrounding Caravaggio’s habitual use of young
boys as subjects for his paintings is also addressed. Bibliography lists 4 sources-. Cardshar.wps
Corrado Giaquinto’s "The Marriage of
the Virgin" : A 3 page paper that provides an analysis of this work, with a
concentration on the physical qualities, iconography and style. Bibliography lists 3
sources. giaqui.wps
Restoration Of The Sistine Chapel : A 5
page paper discussing the restoration of the frescoes of the Sistine Chapel and the
various sides taken in the controversy surrounding whether they were improved or destroyed
by the work done. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Sistine.wps
Rodin’s "The Kiss" : A 5
page research paper that explores Rodin’s work from the viewpoint of aesthetics,
form, and passion. The writer also explores his work in terms of the period in which it
appeared, criticism received, past and present, and how ultimately, his aesthetic
principles are served. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Rodinkis.wps
Cellini & Michelangelo, Mannerism Pieces
: A 6 page paper exploring the way which two artists expressed the changing world
in which they lived. The two pieces compared and contrasted are Michelangelo’s
"The Damned," a small part of Last Judgment, and Cellini’s The
Saltcellar. These pieces were selected because of similar and contrasting poses of the
figures within the pieces and how they represent a move to Mannerism. Ideals studied
include subject, and affectations such as complexity and variety. Bibliography lists 5
sources. Cellmich.wps
Edgar Degas : This 5 page report
discusses Edgar Degas (1834-1917), French painter and sculptor. The writer also briefly
compares two of Degas best-known paintings, "Dancer on Stage" and "Women
With Chrysanthemums." Bibliography lists 7 sources. Degas2.wps
Christo / A Contemporary Artist : This 8
page overview about a contemporary artist is organized into four parts. One part discusses
the artist’s use of color and another compares him to DeKooning. The third part is an
analysis of Christo’s role in contemporary society and how the era in which he lives
is reflected by his works. Finally, a mock interview with the man reveals answers to the
public’s most perplexing questions. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Christo.wps
Jackson Pollock / Abstract Expressionist
: This 9 page paper proposes that the abstract expressionist was the leader of the art
movement in America during the post World War II era. Ultimately, he and his cohorts,
shifted the center of the art world from Paris to New York. Several of his works are
explored in a piece that looks at the art movement in historical perspective. Bibliography
lists 7 sources. Jackpoll.wps
John La Farge / Stained Glass Artist :
A 5 page essay on the nineteenth century artist who invented opalescent stained glass and
was a leader in other areas as well. He created thousands of beautiful stained glass
windows during his career that rival Tiffany’s, who was a contemporary and a
competitor. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Laforge.wps
Henry Moore / A Sculptor : A 10 page
paper on Henry Moore, one of the greatest sculptors of the 20th century. His childhood is
discussed -- detailing much of his father’s strength which supported Moore with
common sense. A discussion of Moore and his position as a sculptor in regards to his
particular time followed by a section discussing particular works of Moore’s which
demonstrates his unique style, a style that was just as unique and adventuresome as the
other popular artists of the time. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Hmoore.wps
Donatello vs. Ghiberti : The works,
styles, and respective contributions of these Italian Renaissance artists are compared and
contrasted in this 6 page analysis. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Donat.wps
The Works of Rembrandt and Ruben / Contrasts and
Similarities : An 8 page paper dealing with the life and works of Rembrandt and
Peter Paul Rubens. Contrasts the styles of each. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Ruben.wps
Peter Paul Rubens (1577-1640) : A 6 page
paper which examines the life of Flemish painter and sketch artist Peter Paul Rubens
(1577-1640), three of his works and his legacy as one of the most renowned artists of the
seventeenth century baroque movement. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Pprubens.wps
George Seurat - Scientific Impressionism
: A 3 page essay on George Seurat-- a French neoimpressionist painter from the late
19th century. The writer analyzes Seurat's work, technique, & style,-- arguing that he
represented "the ultimate example of an artist as a scientist." Several of
Seurat's paintings are discussed. No Bibliography. Seurat.wps
George Seurat & Pointillism : A 6
page research paper that examines the system of painting develop by French
Neoimpressionist painter, Georges Seurat (1859-1891). Although Seurat's use of
colored dots is usually referred to as "Pointillism," Seurat preferred the term
"divisionism." Pointillism involves using thousands of
dots of color that are of uniform size applied with calculated and painstaking control.
Seurat controlled the application of these dots so precisely that the subtlest tints were
brought under his control. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Pointill.wps
The Transformation of Modern Art in the Last
Quarter of the 19th Century : The changes in paintings in the last 30 years of the
19th century mark the most dramatic, distinct, and impressive changes in visual art since
the Renaissance. This 5 page paper looks at the works of Seurat, Van Gogh, and Cezanne and
considers the progression into modernism that these works represent. This paper will focus
predominantly on the two works, one each by Van Gogh and Cezanne, and consider the
elements of modernism represented in their compositions, choice of color and line,
distinct characteristics and their subjects. Bibliography lists 1 source. Pastart.wps
The Use Of Crimson In French Art,
Neoclassic To Art Nouveau : An 8 page essay on how the use of crimson in French
art evolved over time. The writer discusses paintings by Delacroix, Gericault, Corbet,
Manet, Monet, Seurat, Gaugin, Moreau, and others. Also briefly discussed are the
sociopolitical underpinnings to the use and avoidance of crimson in art during this
period. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Cncrimsn.wps
Graffiti Artist / Basquiat : A 30
page paper discussing Jean-Michel Basquiat, his life, his art, and his art in relation to
society and what its message stresses for us. Bibliography lists 12 sources. Basquiat.wps
Graffiti : This 8 page paper
provides support for the continuance of graffiti. The view considers the works as both art
and a social message from the inner cities. Bibliography lists 9 sources. Graffiti.wps
Art & Its Depiction of the Human : 5
pages discussing how art intricately depicts the human figure as evidenced by the
following works : "David" (Michelangelo), Portrait of Giovanni Anolfini"
(John Van Eyck), "David" (Bernini), and "Merode Alterpiece" (Robert
Campin). Theme, form, detail, and more are discussed. No Bibliography. Arthuman.wps
Comparison of Two Similar Paintings : 5
page opinionated comparison between two similar paintings : Edgar Degas' "Nude Woman
Having Her Hair Combed" (Metro. Museum of Art) and Francois Boucher's "The
Toilet of Venus." 2paintin.wps
Comparison Between Two Paintings / Ter
Borch & Brouwer -- Technique : A 10 page comparison between "A
Young Woman at her Toilet w/ Her Maid" and "The Smokers." The
writer compares these two works of art in terms of six key echnique points with respect to
the Flemish and Dutch schools. Bibliography lists 12 sources. Terborch.wps
Comparative Art / Matisse vs. Turner :
An 8 page piece on Matisse and Turner that compares the artifice in Odalisque and The
Slave Ship. As Matisse’s Impressionistic art sought to reflect a lifestyle, so did
Turner’s Romantic art. The difference being that Matisse was not interested in
judgments or making political statements. His interest was in the placing of color on
canvas in a certain order. Turner also had this interest, but his comment was political
and of mythical proportions. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Compart.wps
Comparison / Matisse and Moreau :
A 5 page comparison of Gustave Moreau’s "Salome" and Matisse’s
"The Painter and His Model." The writer presents comparisons in terms of balance
and other aesthetics, along with some of the artists philosophies, with a concentration on
those of Moreau. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Matimore.wps
Artistic Comparisons / Degas & Canova :
A 5 page paper that compares the work of Edgar Degas ("The Little 14 year old Dancer)
with that of Antonio Canova (Perseus and the Head of Medea). This comparison focuses on
Degas Impressionist considerations and Canova representation as a Neoclassicist, and the
meaning that these eras had to the work of both men. The comparison also demonstrates the
way in which subject plays a role in the ability of the viewer to perceive similarities or
differences between two works. Degascan.wps
Art Comparison / "Venus of Urbino" vs.
"Entombment" : In this 9 page paper, the writer compares the paintings
"Venus of Urbino" by Titian and "Entombment" by Jacopo Pontormo. Venusu.wps
Art Comparison / "Trajan in Armor" vs.
"Alexander with the Lance" : A 5 page paper that provides an overview of
comparisons that can be made between these two statues. Bibliography lists only a web site
used to view these statues. Trajalex.wps
Salvador Dali / A Look At Two Of His Works :
This 3 page report examines two of the painter's most renown works, The Persistence of
Memory and Sacrament of the Last Supper. They are not done in the same style, yet share
many similarities. A brief synopsis of Dali's life as an artist serves as an introduction.
No Bibliography. Dali2.wps
Leonardo DaVinci's "Mona Lisa" : A
4 page research paper on DaVinci's infamous painting "Mona Lisa" in which the
writer presents their own opinion of the work and then complements it with in-depth
historical analysis and factual information about the artist, the model, and even the
work's original name. From an artistic perspective, the materials and methods used
to paint the Mona Lisa are described as being genuinely representative of DaVinci's era. Monalisa.wps
Leonardo DaVinci’s "Mona Lisa"
and "Vitruvian Man" : A 4 page paper that discusses the artistic
principles DaVinci developed and applied to his paintings generally, in comparison with
other artists of the period, and the application of these techniques to each of these two
paintings. The paper discusses these in light of the Renaissance ideas of science and
humanity and posits that perhaps the "imperfections" in his paintings exhibit a
larger experiment in these two areas of thought. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Davinci2.doc
Pablo Picasso's "Guitar": A 7
page analytical research paper on Picasso's "Guitar." Beginning with a brief
introduction to Picasso's life & works, the writer specifically examines how this
particular painting does or does not relate to the artist, his other works, and to the
Cubist movement itself. Numerous elements of the painting are analyzed, discussed, and
elaborated upon. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Picasso.wps
Picasso's "Les Demoiselles" vs.
Botticelli's "Birth of the Virgin" : A 5 page essay that looks at the
form of art as a reflection of scientific principles and societal attitudes of the two
eras (Renaissance and Early 20th Century (Cubist)). The paper discusses how these two
artists' works embody these principles and attitudes in regards use of color and light,
and volume and mass v. geometrics. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Bottpica.wps
Picasso / Review of Style and Attitude in the
War Years (WWII) : A 5 page essay on the psychology behind the radical
change in the art of the war years, with specific focus on Pablo Picasso. The writer
reviews the change in Cubist form in "Guernica," and describes these changes in
terms of realism encroaching upon Cubist ideals. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Cnpicasso.wps
Pablo Picasso – "Au bon marche"
: This 5 page report discusses the artist Pablo Picasso and makes specific notice of
his 1913 painting. The writer also discusses the painting in the larger context of
"cubism" which Picasso and Braque "created" in approximately 1910.
Picasso’s writing is also briefly discussed. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Picasso3.wps
Comparisons of Major Artists &
Representative Work : Both Rembrandt van Rijn and Pablo Picasso created
paintings which represent individuals from their respective societies. Other artists, from
Manet to Delacroix, have demonstrated different social, physical and compositional
elements that have challenged societal norms. This 5 page paper provides a number of
comparisons, including a comparison of Rembrandt’s "The Night Watch" and
Picasso’s "Les Demoiselles d'Avignon" as well as a discussion of the social
challenges presented in a work of Manet. Bibliography lists 1 source. Majart.wps
Garden Of Eden, Garden Of Gethsemane & The
Last Supper : 10 pages in length. No greater contrarieties could exist than
between the Garden of Eden and the Garden of Gethsemane; their drastic differences were as
vast as the day is long. Where one represented peace and tranquility, the other symbolized
sadness, torture and the depths of despair. There is much controversy and mystery
surrounding da Vinci's painting, The Last Supper, depending upon which account one
believes -- the biblical version or the contemporary version. Even within the biblical
version, however, there exists varying accounts of what took place in da Vinci's
masterpiece. The writer compares and contrasts the differences between the Gardens,
briefly accounts for the fall of Adam and Eve, discusses the various interpretations of
The Last Supper, and also includes a bit about the history behind the artist's rendering.
Bibliography lists 11 sources. GrdnEden.wps
Leonardo da Vinci and Fractals :
A 15 page interpretation of Lenoardo da Vinci’s "The Last Supper" in terms
of fractals. The writer presents Leonardo’s mathematical leanings and application of
his genius in his lifetime, and discusses basic fractal relationship to nature. The writer
applies the 5 - 3 ratio of the Fibonacci series to the mural, and why Leonardo chose this
type of geometry to portray the last supper of Christ. Bibliography lists 11 sources. Cnvincfr.wps
Analysis of Rembrandt's "Rembrandt
Contemplating the Bust of Aristotle" : A 5 page paper discussing three
aspects of this infamous painting : light, shadow and psychological basis (mood) of
subject. These are tied into the relevancy of this self-portrait to the Baroque period and
Rembrandt's move away from his peers, which led to his genius. Bibliography lists 4
sources . Rembrand.wps
Comparison Essay Between Rembrandt and
Poussin : A 4 page essay using the fictitious act of describing the
differences between Rembrandt’s "Prodigal Son" and Poussin’s
"Arcadian Shepherds" that should be taken into consideration when
selecting a painting for a natural environment—a riverfront home. Bibliography lists
2 sources. Cnrempou.wps
Explication of Painting / Poussin's
"Summer" : A 3 page essay reviewing a work by Nicolas Poussin on display
at N.Y.'s Metropolitan Museum of Art. The work is sometimes called "Summer"-- or
at other times, it is known as "People." The writer of this paper expresses why
the first of these titles is more applicable. Examined are the artist's use of landscape,
dimension, story, color accuracy, and more. No Bibliography. Paintin2.wps
Benton's "Self-Portrait" : Thomas
Hart Benton, an American painter, created a "self-portrait" work on display at
New Yodrk City's Metropolitan Museum of Art. In this 5 page essay, the writer discusses
Benton's message in "Self-Portrait" as well as his thematic style, use of
contrast, imagery, and more. Bibliography lists 4 relevant sources providing background
information on the artist's life & works. Painting.wps
Juan Gris’ "Breakfast" / Analysis
Of Painting : This 1914 painting by Juan Gris hangs in the Museum of Modern Art in
New York City. In this 6 page paper, a brief biography of the artist is followed by an
interpretation of the piece. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Breakfas.wps
Hieronymus Bosch And "The Garden Of Earthly
Delights" : This 5 page paper reflects upon the images presented in
Bosch’s triptych "The Garden of Earthly Delights" and looks specifically at
the use of Biblical references and the African images presented in the work as a means of
considering Bosch’s perspectives on good and evil. Bosch.wps
Painting Comparison Of "Brazilian
Landscape" (Frans Post) And "Jewish Cemetery" (Jacob van Isaackszoon
Ruisvael) : This 5 page report compares the two paintings and makes note of their
similarities and distinct differences. Bibliography lists 1 source. Brazcape.wps
Comparing Two Coins / Symbology Of Culture :
A 5 page analysis of the symbolic content, similarities and differences, of a coin issued
by Lysimachus and a U.S. Kennedy half dollar. No bibliography. Coincult.wps
Art Opinion / At the Smithsonian : A 5
paragraph (2 page) essay expressing the author's opinions about five works viewed in
Washington D.C.'s 'Smithsonian Gallery of Hispanic Art.' No bibliography. Artgall.wps
Lorenzo de Medici : A 5 page essay
on the life and accomplishments of the great Renaissance patron of the arts and ruler of
Florence. Bibliography lists 4 sources . Lorenzo.wps
Grant Wood’s "American Gothic"
: A 5 page research paper on the artistic intent of Wood’s famous work of the
Iowa farmer holding his pitchfork next to his daughter. Included in the discussion of the
work are the various interpretations of the piece, including iconography, personification,
attributes, and hidden symbolism. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Cngrwood.wps
Experimental Typographer Frank Ford :
A 5 page essay that explores the historical background and artistic content of three of
Ford’s typographical fonts. Bibliography lists 4 sources, including Ford’s
personal description of this art. Typoford.wps
Images Of Alexander the Great—A View To The
Past : A 5 page essay which examines 2 pictures of Alexander the Great--a
fourteenth-century painting entitled ‘‘Alexander Battling the Fur of
Hind’’ and a sixteenth-century woodcut print entitled ‘‘The Three Good
Pagans.’’ The paper describes the two works of art in detail and explores what
may be surmised from a close examination of these two works. No bibliography. Alexgrat.wps
Sidewalk Art / Value to Children & Community
: A 5 page essay on the value that sidewalk art plays in community-building. The
author pays particular attention to the effects of participation on children, including
briefly reviewing a study on arts participation. Also referenced is the work of
"Sidewalk Sam." Bibliography lists 4 sources. Cnsidwak.wps
Maya Lin – Architect Of The Vietnam
Memorial : This 5 page report discusses Maya Lin, the woman who designed the
Vietnam Memorial in Washington, D.C. while still only an undergraduate student at Yale.
Her accomplishments serve as a powerful metaphor for the American women’s movement
which has shown the power a unique woman’s vision can present for an entire nation.
Bibliography lists 5 sources. Mayalin.wps
Geometric Vases / Male and Female Representation
: An 8 page research paper on the Geometric vase era and how male and female
figures were treated by the Greek artists. The writer traces a progression in treatment
between the early, middle and late Geometric periods. Some of the art pieces considered
include the amphoras and red-figure vases of the Dyplon Master, the Francois Vase,
Meneleas and Helen, and the Great Calyx Krater. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Cngeomet.wps
The N.M.A.A. / Smithsonian : A 2 page
overview of the individual galleries and collective exhibits at the National Museum of
American Art of the Smithsonian Institute in Washington, D.C. The history and purpose of
the Renwick Gallery are examined most closely. No Bibliography. Nmassmuse.wps
Trip / Metropolitan Museum of Modern Art
: 3 pages worth of analytical reaction to works on display at New York City's
Metropolitan Museum of Modern Art. Included in the discussion are Max Beckmann's
(1932-33) work entitled "Departure," Giacomo's "Street Light," and
others. No Bibliography. Modernar.wps
Trip / Metropolitan Museum of Art # 1 : Written
after a visit to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, this 3 page essay
examines works on display of various European painters including : ElGreco, Picasso, and
Renoir. No bibliography. Metmuse.wps
Trip / Metropolitan Museum of Art # 2 : 3
page reaction from a visit to New York City's Metropolitan Museum of Art. Specific works
from various periods are discussed and analyzed in light of their culture and artistic
content. Included are works from the Greek & Roman, African, and Japanese wings and
galleries. No Bibliography. Metmuse2.wps
Trip / Met Museum of Art # 3 / Sphinx of
Senwosret III : In this 5 page paper, the writer explicates a specific piece in
NY's Metropolitan Museum of Art : The Sphinx of Senwosret III - a sculpting of a
powerful Egyptian spirit used by Pharaohs. Discussed are the shape, form, history,
materials, durability over time, wear, effect, meaning, color, and more. Bibliography
lists 3 sources used to support the writer's discussion of the Sphinx's history. Metmuse3.wps
Trip / Met Museum of Art # 4 / P. Cot's
"The Storm" : A short, yet detailed 3 page critique of Pierre-Auguste
Cot's "The Storm" (painting) -- as viewed by the writer while on a trip to N.Y.
City's Metropolitan Museum of Art. Examined are the artist's use of background/foreground,
Cot's meaning, purpose, attention to detail, etc; No Bibliography. Metmuse4.wps
Trip / Metropolitan Museum of Art # 5 : A
2 page reaction to exhibits from various wings of NY's Metropolitan Museum of Art
including paintings, sculptures, etc;-- from the Greek & Roman, Asian, African, and
other galleries/wings. No Bibliography. Metmuse5.wps
Trip / Met Museum of Art # 6 / Paolo Varonese's
"Mars and Venus ..." : This 3 page reaction to a Metropolitan of Art
(New York City) painting entitled "Mars and Venus United by Love" discusses
Varonese's use of mythology, contrast, attention to artistic detail, etc; No bibliography.
Metmuse6.wps
Trip / Met Museum of Art # 7 / Standing Buddha
: Approximately 3 pages worth of the writer's own personal analytical reactions to a
statue in New York City's Metropolitan Museum of Art entitled "Standing Buddha"
(India, 5th century A.D.). No Bibliography. Black and White picture of statue included. Buddha.wps
Art
Education : An 8 page research paper on Art education, its history, and suggested
goals for relevant curricula. The theories of significantly renowned artists and art
teachers are discussed with relevance to the author's own creative ideals. Bibliography
lists 5 sources. Arteducn.wps
Educating Artistically Talented Students : A
15 page research paper which gives an overview of what is required in nurturing artistic
talent. The writer covers such topics as the misconceptions which abound regarding the
artistically talented, identifying the talented student, and general recommendations
regarding teaching strategies. The writer also offers a general picture of the programs
which are available in the U.S. for artistically talented students. Bibliography lists 12
sources. Studtal.wps
Art & Politics : A 5 page essay on
how art has always reflected the political climate of its day. Mentioned are the works of
Sir John Everett Millais and several others from various cultures and historic periods.
Bibliography lists 7 sources w/ end notes. Artpolit.wps
Art Censorship / Right or Wrong? :
A 5 page examination of the censorship of art. Discusses the rights and wrongs of
censorship and the tendency of many people to conform with the opinions of what they
perceive as the majority. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Censart.wps
Censoring Art : A 5 page paper
discussing the problem of censorship in regards to visual art. The main focus of the paper
is the problem facing our schools art classrooms , with some mention of other types of
censorship evident in the schools. Many parents are arguing that much of the material that
is presented in the classroom is objectionable and should be removed from the classroom.
Other people have complained about art that has been created by students stating that the
art is satanic and disturbing and should not be exhibited. Censorship, in general, is
wrong and should be opposed. There should, however, be measures taken to protect those who
are offended for not all art is appreciated by everyone. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Artcen.wps
Demon Iconography Flourished Throughout The Art
Of The Middle Ages : 11 pages in length. Numerous examples have been discovered of
the influence, both artistically and ecclesiastically, of the presence of the devil in the
lives of common people and saints depicted in the many carvings, sculptures, and paintings
of medieval times. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Demonico.wps
Hitler’s Degenerate Art Exhibition :
A 6 page paper in which the writer provides an overview of the elements leading up to the
German "Degenerate Art Exhibiton" of 1937, in which the Nazi's displayed
and then destroyed the art works of major modernists artists. Bibliography lists 6
sources. Degenart.wps
Art In Hiroshima / Then and Now :
A 5 page paper that considers the impacts of the bombing of Hiroshima in 1945 on the
development of art in that region. The writer focuses on the impact of political
cartooning as an art form. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Hiroart.wps
Japanese Animation / Anime & The Link to
Hiroshima : A 5 page paper that considers the role that the bombing of Hiroshima
has played in the shaping of modern day animation. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Japanim.wps
The State of Humanities : A 12 page
paper describing Humanities today and the struggles they face. A short section on the
conflict between science and the humanities is included. The National Endowment for the
Humanities is spotlighted throughout the text. A speech by Senator Kennedy is included to
illustrate the various issues associated with the humanities. A bibliography containing 8
sources of reference follows the paper. Humanity.wps
The Reality of Arts Participation :
A 9 page argumentative essay arguing against a separatist proposition that arts
participation is divided along the lines of income level or time commitment. The writer
proves that people of all cultures and income levels participate in the arts and dispels
any question as to whether time availability is divided by class assumptions. The writer
incorporates in the argument demographics on income, time availability, and actual
participation in the arts across cultures and classes. Bibliography lists 15 sources. Cnartinc.wps
Benefits of Recreational Art Therapy :
A 6 page research paper on various types of recreational art therapies and their uses. The
writer details general information about the goals of recreational therapy for the
mentally disturbed and for traumatic brain injury sufferers. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Recreatn.wps
The Art and Landscape Of The Netherlands :
A 7 page paper that discusses the way in which art represents the geography and landscape
of the Netherlands. This paper reviews the works of 4 artists, Rembrandt, Van Gogh,
Habbema and Vermeer and argues that the works of the latter two artists significantly
represent the landscapes and natural beauty, while also considering the importance of
cities and physical structures in the landscape of the Netherlands. Bibliography lists 7
sources. Artland.wps
Walter Benjamin / "Work of Art in the Age
of Mechanical Reproduction" : A 6 page essay discussing the author's view of
the mechanical reproduction of art and its impact to the aura and tradition of a piece of
artwork. Includes a brief biography of Walter Benjamin and his political beliefs.
Discusses modern reproductive capabilities (especially digital reproductions) and their
impact on art. Bibliography lists two sources. Benjamin.wps
Cultural Influence of World War I :
An 10 page research paper on World War I's influence on art, literature and music. The
writer describes the significance of World War I, the various art and literary movements,
and the changes they led to. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Musicww1.wps
Why are there no great women artists? : A
5 page research paper that examines how the art world has traditionally regarded women
artists. The writer examines various opinions and finds consensus that women have been
held back from artistic greatness by the institutions and educational systems of society
and male discrimination. However, opinions differ on whether or not there have actually
been great women artists. Bibliography lists 5 sources. 90femart.wps
Feminist Art : (Art & Feminism) : A
5 page essay discussing how art has evolved to capture the feminist movement and reflect
its struggles. The writer is pro-feminist. Bibliography lists 3 sources w/ end notes. Artfemin.wps
From Romanticism to Sexism / The Portrayal
of Women in 18th Century Art : A 5 page research paper focusing on how women are
portrayed in 18th century art. The paper focuses on Boucher, David, Fragonard and Goya.
Substantial background is given on these artists and consequently how women are viewed in
their works. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Artfemi3.wps
Government Spending & The Arts : A 4
page essay on the National Endowment for the Arts (N.E.A.) and
the tragedy of cut funding at various levels. Using the opinions of those cited in
research, the writer makes the argument that it's not too late for us to still do
something about this problem and increase funding for the arts so that the future will not
become a bleak and comparatively "artless" one. To date, a problem is seen in
the fact that artists are compelled not to create works that appeal to the public, but
rather to the grant makers. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Nea.wps
Critique of Maj. Owens' Speech On The Arts / NEA
: A 5 page critique of the Major's speech and how it uses analogy, parallelism,
metaphor, and other artistic techniques to express his ideas. The paper shows how he makes
his points in regard to funding for the NEA, which include admonishment for lack of
vision, description of potential loss of a tactile communications tool, and a warning
about the dangers of giving up creativity and individuality to a self-idolizing group. No
bibliography. Neaowen.wps
Portrayal of Women in European Paintings :
A 5 page research paper exploring how women are portrayed in paintings. The writer
describes images of women in a few key 20th century European paintings, and the social and
cultural influences on these portrayals. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Artfemi2.wps
Women and Art: A History of Women Painters and
Sculptors from the Renaissance to the Twentieth Century by Elsa Honig Fine: Women
have been both the mother and the maiden in the eyes, hearts and art of men. Elsa Fine has
given another perspective to the appreciation of art - that of women as creators and
critics of art. Women are able to use their ability to create as a means to express their
inner desires and beliefs, to connect to themselves in times when a female identity had to
be hidden beneath a charade of demur behavior and extravagant fashion. This 10 page paper
examines women and art from the perspective presented by Ms. Fine. Bibliography lists 9
sources. KTwomnart.wps
The Agenda of the Far Right / A Future Without
Arts or Humanities : A 5 page essay based on the essay, ‘‘Pulling the
Fuse on Culture,’’ by Robert Hughes. (Time Magazine, 8/7/95) The writer explores
the ramifications of the far-right Republican agenda and what that could mean to the
America of the future. No Bibliography. Culfund.wps
Jean-Jacques Rousseau & His Criticism Of The
Arts : A 3 page essay discussing Rousseau's criticism of art as something that
inherently corrupts civic virtue. The writer finds that Rousseau is logically fair
when he critiques Moliere but finds reason to debate his denouncement of the theater --
arguing that in his attack on the arts, Rousseau does actually promotes and endorse
certain fascist ideals of censorship. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Rousseau.wps
Kant, Hegel, Nietzche, & Heidegger –
How Did Each Of Them Define Art? : This 12 page essay reviews the similarities and
differences between four of the great thinkers of the past 200 years. No bibliography. Artph.wps
Art & The Internet : A 5 page essay
discussing the benefits of having art created and shown on the Internet in addition to the
way it is usually produced. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Artnet.wps
Art & Beauty’s Role in Knowledge :
A 5 page paper examining whether art can provide knowledge, or whether that knowledge
instead is resident within the individual but unrealized until the experience of the art
reveals it. Whether the individual is able to either recognize or access that knowledge is
immaterial. When art can bring forth an understanding, it is not providing knowledge per
se, but rather providing a framework in which that knowledge can be contained and
translated to the conscious mind of its viewer. It is within this context that the work of
Warhol becomes important, and Picasso’s Weeping Women series portrays not only the
image of pain, but also conveys an understanding of it. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Knowrole.wps
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