Thursday, September 16, 2010

Surrealist Artwork

1. Max Earnst
Describe what you see.
Explain how Ernst has created contrast and emphasis in this painting.



2. Max Ernst
How does the artist untilize value in this drawing?


3. Hannah Hoch

What is in the foreground? What do you see in the background?
Where is the viewer positioned in this collage? Describe how Hoch has depicted space.



4. Salvador Dali
Geological Destination, 1933

What is the focal point in this painting? 
Describe the space being depicted.



5. Rene Magritte
The Lovers, 1928
Oil on canvas
What is the subject(s)? What do you think is the content of the painting? 



6. Kay Sage
Danger, Construction Ahead, 1940
Oil on Canvas

Describe the color in this painting. 
How does the color affect the mood of the painting? 



7. Dorothea Tanning
Children's Games, 1942

Describe how Tanning created movement in this painting. 
After taking a careful look at the painting, come up with a short (2-3 sentence) narrative or story. 


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