Year 9 Art Assignment

Task:
From the artworks displayed, write an assignment (400 words) using the 4-stage plan of:-
(1) description (2) analysis (3) interpretation (4) judgement
Look on the back of this task sheet for a guide to help you consider all relevant aspects of your
chosen artwork.
Approach:
Step 1
Step 2
Name:
Time Allowed: 3 weeks
Tip:- Use italics for the artwork’s title throughout the assignment and refer to the artist by full name or surname, not just first name.
(Class time and homework)
Choose an artwork and make plenty of notes in response to the questions on the back of this
sheet. Think a lot about your artwork. Demonstrating depth of thought is important.
Start writing your notes into assignment format, grouping together similar pieces of information.
Do some research about your artist or the artwork – internet or encyclopedias are good.
(Homework)
Completing a draft assignment for Mr Garrad to check is optional.
It must be typed – easier to fix errors.
Be sure to use paragraphs – only one important point per paragraph. You could also use
subheadings as a way of breaking up your information into separate sections.
Step 3
(Homework)
Prepare your good copy. You must use a computer.
Little touches like borders on pages and neat headings are a good idea.
Include a colour picture of your artwork (and any other artworks you mention).
Include this task sheet.
Assignment Due:- MONDAY 25 March (WEEK 9)
Year 9 Art Assignment
Appraising Art
Knowledge & Understanding –
of concepts, facts and procedures
A
Excellent
standard of
work achieved
B
Good work
overall –
quite well done
C
Average
standard for
this year level
Result:-
D
Could do better
– struggled with
the work
E
Poor standard
of work –
disappointing
Responding –
to artworks using arts elements and
languages
Reflecting –
on learning
Brief Comments if required:

ARTWORK ANALYSIS WORKSHEET
Write notes to answer the following questions
1. DESCRIPTION – the basic general appearance of the artwork.
What is the title of the artwork, who created it, when and in what medium?
Give a general overall description of the artwork – realistic, abstract, mystical, stylised,
disturbing, expressive, cheerful, etc.
What can you see in the artwork? Make a list.
2. ANALYSIS – the composition or layout of the artwork.
How is the overall artwork laid out or organized, eg. middle, top, bottom, horizontal,
vertical, diagonal, flowing, etc?
How are the main objects arranged in the artwork, or where are they positioned –
foreground, midground, background??
What part of the artwork is the focal point – stands out most or most interesting? Why?
Consider aspects like overall shapes, patterns, repetition, balance, etc. in the artwork.
How would you explain the overall colour scheme – bright/dull, happy/sad, etc.?
What aspect or feature of the artwork attracted to you to it?
3. INTERPRETATION – the possible meaning or story behind the artwork.
What do you think the artwork is about?
What is happening in the artwork? What might it mean?
What is the overall mood of the artwork and how does it make you feel?
Are there any objects, symbols or colours that might have special meaning?
What message might the artist be trying to say?
How does the title relate to the artwork?
4. JUDGEMENT – how good or bad the artwork is including your likes/dislikes.
Why did you choose this artwork?
What was your first impression of it? Has your opinion changed?
List some aspects you really like about it and explain why. List some you dislike. Why?
Does it show much skill or imagination?
How well does it communicate a message?
How good is this artwork overall? Why?
* Don’t forget to include some research on your artist or the artwork as well – good for your marks!