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What are five questions you should consider whether something is "good" art? -
Answer-What is it intending to express and is it doing so successfully? Does it seem to
mature or become richer as time goes on? Is it something that sticks in your head? Do
you feel a little more amazed every time you look at it? Does it have some sort of
intrigue that holds the viewers attention?
What is the definition of art that will be used throughout this course? - Answer-Art is
when anyone in the world takes any sort of material and fashions a deliberate statement
with it.
What should you consider when deciding what you should wear at an art museum? -
Answer-dress code & comfortable shoes
Select three things to do when you first go to an art museum. - Answer-Ask a docent.
Try the gift shop. Ask what the LEAST visited area of the museum is and figured out
why.
_________makes final decisions and oversee the direction of the museum.
________gives information and directions; usually are volunteers - Answer-Director &
Docent
What are four common theories to the reasoning behind many of the cave art paintings?
- Answer-The animals were painted as a historical account of the hunting and living of
the time; a painted history of sorts.
The animals had something to do with fertility. This theory is out there, but seldom are
the animals ever gender specific.
The animals were so majestic artist simply wanted to paint them. In other words, they
painted them because they needed to express their admiration through creativity.
The animals are symbols of what mankind strived to be at the time. If they created the
symbols, they must have admired the characteristics of that particular animal. In some
ways, it could be thought of how we see our mascots. Most mascots reveal an animal
we admire: The Bears, The Lions, The Mustangs, etc.
Why was the Altamira Cave's authenticity questioned for so long? - Answer-At first, the
authenticity of the paintings were questioned because they were in such amazing
shape. No one could believe that paintings made of such organic materials could be
preserved for so long.
What is the reasoning behind the closure of the Lascaux Caves? - Answer-The
moisture from the presence of tourists and from the air-conditioning unit started to
destroy the paintings with mold.
, Why is the Venus of Willendorf considered such a revered piece? - Answer-We can see
a portrayal of the power of the female in the society.
How did the domestication of animals assist in the creation of Stonehenge? - Answer-
They may have helped move the stones.
The two basic styles of prehistoric are the ___________ style and the __________
style. - Answer-naturalistic & geometric
The Hall of Bulls is found in the ________ Caves. - Answer-Lascaux
Label the picture. - Answer-Hall of Bulls
Three facts that are true about the Hall of Bulls. - Answer-One of these bulls is
considered to be the largest animal found in cave art.
Considered the most famous cave art.
Image is from the Lascaux Caves.
Label the picture. - Answer-Altamira Cave
Three facts that are true about the Altamira Cave. - Answer-Discovered in 1879 by an
amateur paleontologist in Spain.
Dates back to 18,000 BC.
Colors are ochre, red, and black
Label the picture. - Answer-Willendorf Caves & Crossed Bison.
Three facts that are true about the Crossed Bison. - Answer-Painting is from the
Lascaux Caves.
Perspective and depth in this painting was not seen in art again until the 15th century.
Crossed legs show deliberate technique of perspective and depth.
Label the picture. - Answer-Chauvet Cave
Three facts that are true about the Chauvet Cave. - Answer-Artwork is considered to be
the oldest so far.
Most recent cave art discovery; found on Dec. 18, 1994.
Some stenciled images were made by blowing paint.
Label the picture. - Answer-Venus of Willendorf.
Three facts about the Venus of Wilendorf. - Answer-Symbolizes early man's admiration
for fertility and birth.
4.3 inches high.
Portrays female power in society.
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