Artist Statement
Using the Language of Art
Artist Statements are Essential
On this planet (earth), people communicate with words and your artist statement introduces and communicates the language component of your artwork.
Just sayin’.....
“Earth without “art” is just EH”
Description (Describe your artwork)
Subject
Medium
Technique
Style
Description: Subject
Subject:
Description: Medium
Medium: ( What material(s) did you use?)
List all the tools you or the artist used?
Description: Technique
Technique: (How did you use the materials?
General:
Drawing
Painting
Scratch Art
Sculpting
Specific: Shading, mixing, stippling, cutting, pinch/coil pots, etc.
“Nighthawks” by Edward Hopper
Artist Statement: Analysis
Elements of Art and Principles of Design
What did you use in your artwork? Where and How? Provide specific details.
Elements of Art
Line, Shape, Color, Form, Texture, Value, Space
Principles of Art
Balance, Proportion, Rhythm, Movement, Pattern, Emphasis, Variety, Unity, Harmony, Contrast
In partners, discuss 2-3 elements of art that are evident in this piece of artwork by Wiley Robertson (a graffiti artist).
In partners, discuss 2-3 principles of design that are evident in this piece of artwork by Wiley Robertson (a graffiti artist).
Interpretation:
Growth
Ask yourself the following questions…