The Daily Painting: Finding the Text

Wednesday, May 19, 2010

Finding the Text

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John Morgan

(French, 1823-1986)

Finding the Text, ????

Oil on canvas

Aww! Though I admit I love any painting that has a book in it . . .

1 comment:

The Other KatieMay 19, 2010 at 8:47 PM
Aww! That's the exact same face my grandma makes when she's trying to read something. XD And the kids are so cute!
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Questions to ask about a painting

What is the subject of the painting? Does the title add to your understanding of the painting?

What's the main color scheme? Why do you think the artist chose these colors? How do they make you feel?

Where do you look first? What do your eyes follow around the painting? What seems most important in this painting?

Is the painting organized, or jumbled? Chaotic or peaceful?

Consider what it all might mean: What does the painting tell you? What is the artist trying to say about the subject matter? What feeling does the painting evoke? How did the painter achieve this effect?