Art Question

For this assignment, I chose the eighth week. After reading the assignment information, you can see the articles related to the eighth week. Please pay attention to the YouTube links.
Unit 3 Assessment: Create an Infographic (Fall 2024)
LEARNING GOALS / OBJECTIVES FOR THIS ASSESSMENT
This assessment is an opportunity for you to check your understanding of the Baroque Art in Italy and Spain (Week 8), Baroque Art in Northern Europe (Week 9), Rococo, Enlightenment, and Industrial Revolution (Week 10), and Neoclassicism, Revolution, and Napoleon (Week 11). You will:
Effectively synthesize a lesson by creating an engaging infographic that clearly demonstrates your understanding of the information as well as the themes of the lesson.
INSTRUCTIONS
This assignment has TWO parts: your personal post (infographic) as well as feedback to twopeers. Both components are due by the deadlines noted.
PART ONE: Your Personal Response
REVIEW: Review the instructional content (notes, videos, articles) of the following four lessons in Unit 3: (a) Baroque Art in Italy and Spain (Week 8), (b) Baroque Art in Northern Europe (Week 9), (c) Rococo, Enlightenment, and Industrial Revolution (Week 10), and (d) Neoclassicism, Revolution, and Napoleon (Week 11). Highlight key points, underline vocabulary words, and outline concepts. Ensure you have gone through the full content of the modules and have a thorough understanding of these moments in history.
SELECT and PLAN: Select ONE of the four lessons (see the list in #1) and plan your notes for an effective infographic. Click here quickly to get an idea of what you’re going to be creating before you move on: art infographic – Google SearchLinks to an external site.. You’re basically creating a summary of the lesson. Identify important historical contexts, artistic styles, key themes, main artists and their artworks. You clearly cannot include all the details, but your selection and how you design your information needs to clearly indicate you have learned and understood that full lesson. Please be sure to provide information that lets me know you have learned the historical content as well; in other words, simply giving artist names and the titles of their works is not enough. Consider questions such as: What historical context is important to know in understanding the works of art and why they were created? What key details are important? What was innovative about each artist and his style?
CREATE the INFOGRAPHIC: Bring your notes together and create the actual digital infographic (it’s basically a single page that includes the necessary information) that demonstrates your understanding of the lesson. Your infographic should be a single plage, visually engaging, easy to follow, and include the right amount of information. [NOTE: If you have never created an infographic before, there are some detailed instructions below in the “Creating Infographics” heading. There are also a number of new free apps/programs that you can search for and use. It’s up to you which one you use as long as you are able to meet the requirements of the assignment]. Here are the requirements:
Include history/context, artists and their artworks, key points, etc. Repeat: historical context MUST be part of it. As you have learned by now, we are learning to understand and interpret the works of art by considering the historical period.
Label images of artworks (artist, title, date). Do not include artworks not in the Info Sheet.
Ensure the text is clear, easy to read (consider font style, size, and color). Long paragraphs are not ideal for an infographic, so you will need to condense the information into focused points. (Avoid bright or neon colors).
Use your own words; do not copy anything.
SAMPLES: I’ve attached a couple of examples of past infographics (from another lesson) for you to review. It does not have to look like this, but you can see examples to inspire yours! 🙂 These aren’t perfect (for example, the artworks need to be labeled), but they are here to give you an idea.
EMBED: Upload the infographic here for your peers to see and offer feedback. Embed it into the post, NOT attached.
Here are the samples:
PART TWO: Peer Feedback
Review: Review the infographics of your peers and write thoughtful and meaningful responses to TWO peers. Choose peers who have selected DIFFERENT LESSONS from the one you chose.
Respond: In a specific and meaningful paragraph (5-7 sentences), address the following:
What was effective about the infographic? (Be specific)
How did the infographic help you learn the material better?
How could the infographic be improved ? (Consider number of images, layout of the page, size/color/type of font, information included.) (Don’t be afraid to respectfully offer your peer some suggestions, we are here to learn and grow together!)
Point out inaccuracies gently.
Support:
Like the infographic if you found it helpful or well-done. Let’s support one another!
REMINDER: You must reply to two peers who have created infographics on two DIFFERENT lessons from the one you selected.
CREATING INFOGRAPHICS
Infographics help reinforce and retain new information, think critically, and use creativity.
Read the brief article “Why Infographics Work & Why You Can’t Resist ThemLinks to an external site.” to understand Infographics more and to see some examples throughout the article.
A simple Google search for art infographicsLinks to an external site. reveals the following array of examples. This is just for you to see how diverse they can be and to realize that however you create yours is fine. It will be uniquely yours!
You can use YouTube for a wide range of tutorials about how to create infographics.
Canva might be helpful as well: How to make an infographic – ultimate guide (canva.com)Links to an external site.
You can use any app/program you want (or even, no app at all, if you want to be creative on your own). You are free to use whichever app/program you want. It’s up to you!
In the past, some students have used easel.ly.Links to an external site. If you decide to use easel.ly, you can create a free account and get started either by creating your own template or using a pre-existing one.
If you find a good resource, please share with your peers in the “Class Lounge.”
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
Upload: First, upload the image into your User Files in your “Account” in the main Navigation bar. Click here to learn how to locate your user file and know where to upload. Links to an external site.See below in “Student Services” for more help.
Reply: Click “Reply” and embed your image. Click here for instructionsLinks to an external site..
Tutorials: Check the “Student Services and Technology Support” for detailed instructions.
STUDENT SERVICES AND TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT
Helpful tutorials:
How do I upload a file to my user or group files?Links to an external site.
How do I embed an image in a discussion reply as a student?Links to an external site.
Links to an external site.How do I subscribe to a discussion as a student?Links to an external site.
How do I reply to a discussion as a student?Links to an external site.
GRADING RUBRIC
To view the grading rubric for this discussion board, click on the Options icon (3 vertical dots; above right), then select “Show Rubric.” Mobile users: Discussion rubrics will display on mobile browsers but not on the Canvas App.
FINAL REMINDERS
Do your own work.
Your first submission MUST be your final and complete infographic and not a space, symbol, error, period mark, etc. (In other words, you need to submit your own work before you are able to view and then reply to others). The assignment will not be graded if your submission isn’t complete.
Week8
Baroque Art in Italy and Spain: Introduction, Objectives, Assessment
Baroque Art is an exciting moment in art history! You’re going to have so much fun learning about it.
Objectives:
Recognize the distinctive characteristics of the Baroque style in Italy and Spain
Identify representative Baroque artists (in Italy and Spain) and their works
Identify representative Baroque architects (in Italy and Spain) and their works
Info Sheet: Baroque Art in Italy and Spain
TOPICS & THEMES OF THIS LESSON
Counter-Reformation
Council of Trent
Art of Persuasion
Characteristics of Baroque Art
Emphasis on Climactic Moment
Theatricality of Baroque Art
Revision (Reinterpretation) of Traditional Iconographies
RELEVANT TERMS FOR THIS LESSON
“baroque”
Counter-Reformation
Council of Trent
Caravaggisti
Tenebrism
Martyrdom
Conversion
Baldacchino
Characteristics of Baroque Art
Grandiose and spending celebration of the Church
Southern Baroque Art as a form of theater (teatro)
Mixed media is now employed, emphasizing the unity of the arts (bel composto -a beautiful whole)
A different relationship between spectator and works of art (fusion of real + artistic space)
Council of Trent Guidelines for Religious Art
Painting should be clear, simple, and intelligible
Interpretation should be realistic
Painting should be an emotional stimulus to one’s piety
All the truth of an incident should be shown, even if it is ugly
An image should not be worshipped in itself (it does not have magical power)
An image should have decorum (what is proper for the subject and the religious image)
Anything that is pagan must be eliminated
RELEVANT WORKS OF ART FROM THIS LESSON
Baroque Art in Italy
Sculptures
Gianlorenzo Bernini:
David (1623)
Ecstasy of St. Theresa (1645-1652)
Baldacchino in St. Peter’s, Vatican City (1624-1633)
Paintings
Caravaggio
Conversion of Saint Paul (ca. 1601)
Calling of Saint Matthew (ca. 1597-1601)
Artemisia Gentileschi
Judith Slaying Holofernes (ca. 1614-1620)
Judith and the Maidservant
Architecture
Gianlorenzo Bernini: St. Peter’s Piazza (1656-1667)
Borromini: San Carlo alle Quattro Fontane (St. Charles of the Four Fountains)
Baroque Art in Spain
Zubaran
Saint Serapion (1628)
Velázquez
The Waterseller of Seville (1618-1622)
The Surrender of Breda (1634-1635)
Las Meninas (The Maids of Honor) (1656)
Jusepe de Ribera
The Martyrdom of Saint Philip (1639)
Antonio de Pereda
Still Life with Ebony Chest (c. 1652)
Introduction to Baroque Art (Reading and Video)
1) Read this article, “Baroque art, an introductionLinks to an external site.” by Dr. Camara.
Pay attention to the following:
how art could be used for persuasion
the renewed vigor and clarity of the Catholic Church
the variety of works created by artists
how the term “Baroque” was applied and what it came to mean
2) Watch this video (9-minutes) about Baroque Art.


While watching, pay careful attention to the following:
characteristics of Baroque art
how figures move into our space
how Baroque art is different from Renaissance art
ATTRIBUTION:
Dr. Esperança Camara, “Baroque art, an introduction,” in Smarthistory, June 9, 2015, accessed April 1, 2019, https://smarthistory.org/a-beginners-guide-to-baroque-art/Links to an external site..
Beth Harris and Steven Zucker, “How to recognize Baroque art,” in Smarthistory, May 10, 2016, accessed April 1, 2019, https://smarthistor
https://youtu.be/EFHPAbHaoqk https://youtu.be/EFHPAbHaoqk
Bernini
Watch this video (4:27) about the Piazza of St. Peter’s.
Now step into the glorious St. Peter’s and look at this stunning work inside. Watch this video (4:14) to learn about the Baldacchino.
Get to know another one of Bernini’s significant works and watch this video (7:33) Ecstasy of Saint Teresa.
Let’s turn to another depiction of David (from the story of David and Goliath, as you have already studied). Watch this video (5:00) and then click this link to read the material below the video on that page. Gian Lorenzo Bernini, DavidLinks to an external site.



This is Saint Teresa’s description of the event that Bernini depicts. Read it and then see how Bernini depicted this moment.
Beside me, on the left, appeared an angel in bodily form…. He was not tall but short, and very beautiful; and his face was so aflame that he appeared to be one of the highest rank of angels, who seem to be all on fire…. In his hands I saw a great golden spear, and at the iron tip there appeared to be a point of fire. This he plunged into my heart several times so that it penetrated to my entrails. When he pulled it out I felt that he took them with it, and left me utterly consumed by the great love of God. The pain was so severe that it made me utter several moans. The sweetness caused by this intense pain is so extreme that one cannot possibly wish it to cease, nor is one’s soul content with anything but God. This is not a physical but a spiritual pain, though the body has some share in it—even a considerable share.

Caravaggio
1) Caravaggio is a key player during the Baroque period. Read this first to gain an understanding of his importance: Caravaggio and Caravaggisti in 17th century EuropeLinks to an external site..
2) Here is another brief article about Caravaggio: Caravaggio (Michelangelo Merisi) (1571-1610) and His FollowersLinks to an external site..
3) Watch this video (4:55) about Calling St. Matthew.

4) Watch this video (5:09) about The Conversion of St. Paul (or The Conversion of Saul).
ATTRIBUTION:
Oxford University Press and Dr. Erin Benay, “Caravaggio and Caravaggisti in 17th-century Europe,” in Smarthistory, July 12, 2015, accessed April 1, 2019, https://smarthistory.org/caravaggio-and-caravaggisti-in-17th-century-europe/Links to an external site..
Christiansen, Keith. “Caravaggio (Michelangelo Merisi) (1571–1610) and His Followers.” In Heilbrunn Timeline of Art History. New York: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 2000–. http://www.metmuseum.org/toah/hd/crvg/hd_crvg.htm (October 2003)
Dr. Beth Harris and Dr. Steven Zucker, “Caravaggio, Calling of St. Matthew,” in Smarthistory, November 18, 2015, accessed April 1, 2019, https://smarthistory.org/caravaggio-calling-of-st-matthew/Links to an external site..
Dr. Beth Harris and Dr. Steven Zucker, “Caravaggio, The Conversion of St. Paul (or The Conversion of Saul),” in Smarthistory, April 24, 2017, accessed April 1, 2019, https://smarthistory.org/caravaggio-saul/Links to an external site..
Artemisia Gentileschi
1)Watch this video (4:01) about Judith Slaying Holofernes. (Pay attention to the other painting that shows the next moment in the story)

2)Read the article on the following page below the video. Artemisia Gentileschi, Links to an external site.Judith Slaying HolofernesLinks to an external site.
Borromini
Ready to see some Baroque architecture? Borromini’s San Carlo alle Quattro Fontane is the perfect example!! It was commissioned by Cardinal Francesco Barberini in 1634 for the Holy Order of the Trinity. Construction began in 1638 and the church was consecrated in 1646.
Watch this video (6:52) to “meet” this small church.

2) Then go to this linkLinks to an external site. and scroll to the 2nd screen to play around with the 3D view: San Carlo by Matthew Brennan on Sketchfab.Links to an external site.
ATTRIBUTION:
Frank Dabell, Dr. Beth Harris and Dr. Steven Zucker, “Francesco Borromini, San Carlo alle Quattro Fontane, Rome,” in Smarthistory, November 18, 2015, accessed April 9, 2019, https://smarthistory.org/borromini-san-carlo-alle-quattro-fontane/Links to an external site..
San Carlo alle Quattro Fontane. Mattehw Brennan. Sketchfab.
Francisco de Zurbaran
Read this article about Francisco de Zurbaran’s The Martyrdom of Saint Serapion.Links to an external site.
Velazquez
Read this article about Diego Velazquez’ The Waterseller of SevilleLinks to an external site.. (1618-1622).
Read this article about Velazquez’ The Surrender of Breda (1634-35):
Smarthistory.org article Links to an external site.
Now it’s time for what is probably his most famous work Las Meninas (c. 1656). Watch this video (5:59).

ATTRIBUTION:
Olivia Nicole Miller, “Diego Velázquez, The Waterseller of Seville,” in Smarthistory, August 8, 2015, accessed April 2, 2019, https://smarthistory.org/velazquez-the-waterseller-of-seville/Links to an external site..
Dr. Javier Berzal de Dios, “Diego Velázquez, The Surrender of Breda,” in Smarthistory, August 8, 2015, accessed April 2, 2019, https://smarthistory.org/velazquez-the-surrender-of-breda/Links to an external site..
Dr. Beth Harris and Dr. Steven Zucker, “Diego Velázquez, Las Meninas,” in Smarthistory, November 23, 2015, accessed April 2, 2019, https://smarthistory.org/diego-velazquez-las-meninas/Links to an external site..
Jusepe de Ribera
Watch this video (3:35) about Jusepe de Ribera’s The Martyrdom of Saint PhilipLinks to an external site.

ATTRIBUTION:
Dr. Beth Harris and Dr. Steven Zucker, “Jusepe de Ribera, The Martyrdom of Saint Philip,” in Smarthistory, November 25, 2015, accessed April 2, 2019, https://smarthistory.org/jusepe-de-ribera-the-martyrdom-of-saint-philip/Links to an external site.
Antonio de Pereda
Read this article to learn about the significance of this still life painting: Still Life with Ebony ChestLinks to an external site..
ATTRIBUTION:
Dr. Carmen Ripollés, “A Still Life of Global Dimensions: Antonio de Pereda’s Still Life with Ebony Chest,” in Smarthistory, September 26, 2018, accessed April 2, 2019, https://smarthistory.org/pereda-still-life-w-ebony-chest/Links to an external site..
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