Visual Arts Predictions/Thoughts (1 Viewer)

[watermelonenjoyer]

as above

also how do i study for art???

 

[lovepulsar]

what i do for short answers is just learn how to analyse different art forms for short answer and spam them like theres no tomorrow and for the essay i just memorise artists and their artworks/ideas/practices that relatively have the same ideas, e.g i do picasso/abramovic/neshat/salcedo and any question that is slightly related to the political/cultural

 

[chikki7]

anybody got tips for analysing architecture for the short answer especially when the question is something abt the world or environment

 

[fluffy_unicorns]

What framework do yall reckon you’ll choose for the exam? I’m tossing up between conceptual and frames tbh, I feel like usually the practice ones are usually a bit more niche. Also how many different artists/artworks are you guys referencing??

 

[fluffy_unicorns]

anybody got tips for analysing architecture for the short answer especially when the question is something abt the world or environment

Hmm I feel like it’s good to always mention that architecture isn’t like traditional art in the way it engages with audiences, bc people both interact with it functionally and as a site of beauty. Try to explore how it interacts with the environment around it too, e.g. does it disrupt a harsh, muted cityscape with organic, fluid forms. (e.g. Zaha Hadid). Or is it abstract, acting as a source for audience questioning and wonder? (e.g. Frank Gehry).
I think it’s also very important to reference the materials and how it interacts with the style; often it can reflect the architect’s intentions with their work, e.g. they might repurpose discarded materials to critique modern consumerism (e.g. Chris Fox with the antique wooden escalator design), or they might use traditional/cultural symbols to explore the power of generational memory and cultural heritage (e.g. Do Ho Suh).

Overall the links between material and context are super important, and try to reference specific architectural movements, as they align with the material choice and overall context of the time that gave the architect their intent. Also the idea that architecture is public is very important too; it engages with audiences from a variety of backgrounds, serving as both decoration and function, rather than other art forms that are more accessible to the wealthy. Also, the use of space is important - low ceilings are more inviting and comforting, whereas soaring ceilings are monumental and vast, evoking wonder. Works can either stimulate by contrasting the environment, e.g. mid-century works consisting of sharp lines and manmade materials within a natural setting such as Frank Lloyd Wright, or they can mirror the environment they are situated in, e.g. The Sydney Opera House’s roof inspired by waves and organic forms to reflect the waterfront landscape and the beauty of the Australian ocean.

But yeah, try to remember the specific movement, materials as a reflection of intent/movement, space/negative space, architectural forms, public engagement, functionality as well as beauty, and engagement with the environment. Sorry for the tangent! But I hope that all helped

 

[chikki7]

What framework do yall reckon you’ll choose for the exam? I’m tossing up between conceptual and frames tbh, I feel like usually the practice ones are usually a bit more niche. Also how many different artists/artworks are you guys referencing??

I'm prolly gonna do a frames question, hoping for postmodern or cultural and I have 3 artists, 1 artwork each...

also thanks for the architecture tips, they're very helpful

 

[fluffy_unicorns]

Guys do the essays have to be solely about the framework of the question or can you bring in other ones? For example, if you chose a Frames question, could you still bring in elements of the practice/conceptual framework or would it not really gain any marks?

 

[chikki7]

Guys do the essays have to be solely about the framework of the question or can you bring in other ones? For example, if you chose a Frames question, could you still bring in elements of the practice/conceptual framework or would it not really gain any marks?

From what I understand I'm pretty sure it's fine to bring elements from other areas as long as you answer the question and expand on that frame you've chosen, especially for areas such as material and conceptual artist practice since they kinda act as the evidence for your argument if that makes sense

although, lowkey I feel like a lot of the different frameworks and frames and artist practice sorta overlap.. so as long as your argument is fleshed out and extends onto that frame adding other areas is completely fine.
take this with a grain of salt tho im kinda just assuming lmfao

 

[fluffy_unicorns]

From what I understand I'm pretty sure it's fine to bring elements from other areas as long as you answer the question and expand on that frame you've chosen, especially for areas such as material and conceptual artist practice since they kinda act as the evidence for your argument if that makes sense

although, lowkey I feel like a lot of the different frameworks and frames and artist practice sorta overlap.. so as long as your argument is fleshed out and extends onto that frame adding other areas is completely fine.
take this with a grain of salt tho im kinda just assuming lmfao

ty! And yeah, they deffo do seem to overlap a lot and blend together lol

 

[Lumimi]

idk which essay question to choose what's easier

 

[chikki7]

idk which essay question to choose what's easier

I feel like broad questions under artist practice are easier since you can talk about pretty much anything, but at the same time other questions under different frames that are slightly more specific can make your argument more evaluative and give more direction

 

[Lumimi]

how many artists are we doing gang im struggling between 3 artists 1 artwork each or 3 artists 2 artworks each
im also planning to use artist/critic quotes perchance

 

[fluffy_unicorns]

how many artists are we doing gang im struggling between 3 artists 1 artwork each or 3 artists 2 artworks each
im also planning to use artist/critic quotes perchance

im aiming for 3 artists, around 2 per artist, however one of my paras is on Arthur Boyd's Brides series so that sorta acts as one artwork bc i discuss the series as a whole before going into further detail on a few of the works in it. And I think having external quotes is good too, but make sure it supports your analysis, rather than bringing in new analysis

 

[qweeosh]

I think there will be unseen artworks in section 1

 

[yudookie]

How do y'all lowkey answer the 12 marker? Like do you do a brief analysis of all the artworks and then do a paragraph comparing them? How should I be structuring it

 

[Lumimi]

How do y'all lowkey answer the 12 marker? Like do you do a brief analysis of all the artworks and then do a paragraph comparing them? How should I be structuring it

its basically strutcured like an essay + it depends on the question, if it's asking for a compare then yeah do a compare paragraph
i usually structure mine like this
intro -> respond to question
body paragraphs (2 or 3 depending on how many artworks there are)
- name the artwork/basic info etc
- analyse visual techniques and how it corresponds to the question
- link
short conclusion -> reiterate ur response to the question

 

[fluffy_unicorns]

How do y'all lowkey answer the 12 marker? Like do you do a brief analysis of all the artworks and then do a paragraph comparing them? How should I be structuring it

I also do my responses like a mini essay, usually there are 3-4 plates/artworks for a 12 marker, so I do a short intro sentence that links them all together, then go in to body paragraphs (about a page per artwork/plate - if one artwork has two plates dedicated to it, then I split the page and address each one in the paragraph), and then a short conclusion linking them together again and how their themes/meaning/whatever the question asks resonate and are reimagined across the pieces
When I move between body paragraphs, I try to link the works together with things like "Similarly, Plate x reveals/highlights/underscores (question point)" or "Conversely, Plate x explores (question point) through x lens", if that makes sense! Also try to outline the main differences between the pieces, e.g. differences in form, material, period, movement/style, etc. when moving between paragraphs