Author: Sairah Sajid

Formal Analysis

Formal Analysis is an assessment of visual elements that construct sculptures or any given art work. It is important to use formal analysis to describe a piece of art work because it pin points each element illustrated and expresses the meaning of each element.

The components of formal analysis are:

  • Line
  • Shape and form
  • Space
  • Color
  • Texture

Lines can be horizontal, vertical, diagonal, thick, thin, curved, and thick or thin. These lines allow artists to compose pieces that communicate to the viewer by creating various images using different techniques. Shapes and forms of objects bring life to a 2 dimensional object and allow viewers to better interpret the work. Space in art brings a 2 dimensional object to a 3 dimensional state through a feeling of depth and use of shadowing techniques. The three main characteristics of color are hue (red, blue, green, etc.) , value (how light or dark it is)  and intensity (how bright or dull it is) . Color allows artists to depict emotions or playful meaning through their work. Texture brings surface value to art work. If the art work is 2 dimensional texture allows artists to illustrate how the object would feel in reality. All of these elements define art work and allow us to fully understand a piece of art work.

Blog 2: My Art Story

van Gogh, Vincent

When we say the word “art” we are describing any form of human activity ranging from music to sculptures and paintings. Some of the various forms of art are: music, paintings, dance, architecture, drawing, photography and ceramics.  Individuals connect with a piece of art using their thoughts, emotions, beliefs and ideas. For most people art is a safe haven in which they allow their thoughts to run wild.

To me, art is used to be myself.  In my life I’ve dealt with different forms of art. I was a member of my school chorus starting in 4th grade of elementary school to the end of my sophomore year of high school. Art allows me to creatively express my inner thoughts. When I’m feeling a certain way whether I am happy or sad I like to listen to different music and just drift away. Different music allows me to relax and reflect on life.

Through this class I want to learn more about the meaning behind famous pieces of art. I would like to know what the meaning behind the Mona Lisa is, other than whats being shown. I would like to also learn about the derivation of the different forms of music. Over the years hip-hop or rnb music has become famous but when did this start?

Blog 1: How to post

  1. First, you will register for commons.gc.cuny/edu and log in to your account.
  2.  After you have registered you will click on the tab labeled “Sites” and select a site. For our class it is Fall 2018 Art 1010 at Brooklyn College.
  3. Next, click on the following tab to start following our class page.
  4. If you are not already added to the group click the “Add yourself” tab on the left.
  5. To start a new post click the tab labeled “+New”.
  6. Once you click the “+New” tab you create a title indicating what your post will be about.
  7. You fill in the body section with your work.
  8. Once you have finished typing your piece you cant attach pictures by clicking the ” Add Media” tab on the upper left hand corner. You have the option of going to your files to upload new content or using images from the media library.
  9. After you are done typing your piece select a category and a tag. To select a category click on the group you belong to or are posting for. Underneath the Category box the “Tag Sticky” box allows you to choose what type of assignment you are posting.
  10.  Once you’ve completed steps 1-9 click the “Publish” button on the right.