The Daily Painting: The New Novel

Friday, June 11, 2010

The New Novel

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Winslow Homer

(American, 1836-1910)

The New Novel, 1877

Watercolor on paper

2 comments:

The Other KatieJune 11, 2010 at 9:41 AM
"New book! Must read now!" I only wish I could do it in a pretty dress among flowers like she does.
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AnonymousJuly 15, 2010 at 10:03 PM
kinda uncomfortable position to read in after a awhile---I speak from experience!!! ;D ;D love the orange of her dress! :)

:-* CM
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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?