Boy with a pipe

The Boy with a pipe was painted in 1905 during Pablo Picasso's Rose period in Paris, France. While positioning the boy in various poses, he left the boy sitting down and did not finish this artwork until a month or so later, completing it with a garland of flower on his head. It is said that Picasso knew the boy and the boy watched him work and paint every single day even though the villagers didn't know who the boy was. But other people say that Picasso didn't know who he was but decided to paint him anyways.

Pablo Picasso's Maternité (Mother and Child)

This painting was created in 1905 by Pablo Picasso during the Rose Period. I like this painting because it shows the vulnerability of motherhood. The mother's pink dress was painted to look very light and thin. The flower in her hair represents fertility. This is a very realistic painting and shows the strong bond a mother and baby have, which further develops during breastfeeding.

Pablo Picasso Maternity- Angelica

Pablo Picasso created the painting "maternity" in 1905. This painting captures Picasso rose period with brighter tints such as pink. In the painting a mother is absorbed in her suckling child at the breast. The mother has the aura of a goddess and a calm nature about her. I enjoy this painting the most of the rose period because it looks much more realistic and an elegant painting that I would enjoy in my home compared to the other paintings. My favorite part is how the light pink shawl around her has a unique texture along the body giving the impression of it being light and airy. 

Venus of Willendorf

The Venus of Willendorf is a figurine made in 30,000 BCE. This figure was found in 1908 at the Willendorf of Austria. This figurine is suppose to represent fertility and good luck. Venus was the name of the Roman Goddess of love and beauty. This figurine is now found in the Museum of natural history Vienna. This figurine is 11.1 centimeter long. It is of a naked women and shows of the female reproductive system. 

Venus of Willendorf

The Venus of Willendorf is known to be one of the oldest pieces of art. This artwork was found in 1908, by an archeologist. They believe the Venus Of Willendorf was made between 30,000 B.C. to 25,000 B.C. Archeologist aren't sure what this artwork was a symbol to, but they believe The Venus of Willendorf was to either represent fertilely, a good luck charm, or Mother Nature. This statue is made from oolitic limestone and colored with red orchid. The Venus of Willendorf is only 110 mm tall.

Venus of Willendorf

The Venus of Willendorf is a small figurine that made a large impact. Standing at around four inches tall, it can fit easily in the palm of one's hand. It was found in 1908 in Willendorf, Austria, which is where it gets the latter part of its name. While the origin of the statuette is unknown, historians know that the limestone that it is made out of is not native to the region. It is estimated to have been created sometime between 28,000 and 25,000 BCE. The Venus of Willendorf is largely considered to be a symbol of fertility, denoted by her voluptuous figure.

Venus of Willendorf

The Venus of Willendorf was discovered in 1908 by Joesph Szombathy near the town of Willendorf, Austria. The statue is estimated to of been carved anywhere from 28,000 and 22,000 BCE. The statue was carved from oolitic limestone, colored with red orche and is about 4 inches in height.
The name Venus was taken after the Roman God who represents love and beauty. It was thought to be a symbol of love and fertility as well as a good luck charm that men would carry on hunting trips.The figure has no facial features and no feet which are believed to be apart of the original design which further supports this idea. It is currently at the Naturhistorisches Museum in Vienna.

Venus of Willendorf

   
 The Venus of Willendorf is an artifact that dates between 24,000 and 22,000 BCE. This makes it important because it is one of the oldest works of art known to man. Art historians can only make educated guesses on what the meaning and purpose of art from so long ago is since they predate the time of writing. Whoever created the Venus of Willendorf specifically emphasized the statues feminine/reproductive body parts. This leads scholars to believe that the Venus of Willendorf is related to fertility and the importance of the female.

Venus of Willendorf

This sculpture is called the Venus of Willendorf. It is a Venus sculpture, which is a type of ancient sculpture depicting a woman. It was discovered in 1908 in a sediment deposit in Austria. It is believed to be around 23,000 years old, through studies of the area it was found in. It is one of the oldest known artifacts to be discovered in the world. It is a small sculpture, measuring just over four inches in height. The sculptor put great detail into the reproductive parts of the woman, and not nearly as much as any other parts of the body, including the face. It is believed to be associated with fertility. With the Venus of Willendorf being thousands of years old, it tells us that humans back then had interest and skill in art.

Venus of Willendorf

This is an image of venus of willendorf who can also be known as the nude woman. She acquired the name venus because venus is a Roman goddess of love and ideal body which is represented in this sculpture. This sculpture was found at a paleolithic archeological site and was sculpted from eolithic limestone. This sculpture is believed to represent fertility due to the large stomach this woman portrays which is to also believed to be a pregnancy. 

Venus of Willendorf

The above image is of the Venus and Willendorf. found in an Aurignacian loess deposit outside the village of Willendorf in Australia by archaeologist, Joseph Szombathy in the year 1908. The figures itself has been dated back as far back as to 30,000-25,000 bc. Standing at 110 mm in hight the figure has been the subject of some debates as to what its original meaning/ purpose. Though some believe that the figure was used as a figure representing fertility. Currently, it resides in the Naturhistorisches Museum in Vienna.

Venus of Willendorf

     This is the Venus of Willendorf. This sculpture was found in 1908, by Johann Veran during a time of discovery and excavation of a prehistoric area in Austria near the town of Willendorf. This statue is made of a material that is foreign to the area where Johann found it. I believe that since the stone was found in an area that does not have such,  it raises interest and the questions of, how it got here, as well as who made it, and when it is from, etc. There have been many studies and estimations trying to figure out where the statue came from and how long it has been there. In my opinion, this statue is beautiful and significant because it may help us to learn something new about the world that was here before us, and to learn about the type of art around prior to our time in the 20th century.

Venus of Willendorf

This ancient and unique artifact dating back to nearly 24,000-22,000 B.C.E., has survived and fascinated millions of people throughout its existence. The elements of beauty that surround this artifact include skillful design, engraving, painting, and architecture. The natural remains are truly what makes this piece unique and beautiful. When analyzing prehistoric art, these objects were "made with skill, were often made as a way of imitating the world around them. They likely represent, for the Paleolithic peoples who created them, objects made with great competence and with a particular interest in aesthetics" (Zygmont, 2015). This artifact signifies a significant time and effort of the Paleolithic people. Being petite in size, this artifact could have been transported easily during daily nomadic travels. Her anatomy is also emphasized perhaps to signify childbearing and feminine characteristics and the reproduction processes. We can infer that these nomadic people cared deeply about the art they created and had an awareness of the importance of women.

Venus of Willendorf

This sculpture is titled Venus of Willendorf. This piece of work dates back to approximately 24,000 – 22,000 BC but was not found until 1908 by Johann Veran. The sculpture was found in an excavation site near Willendorf, Austria. The materials the sculpture is made of, oolithic limestone and red ochre, is not from the area the sculpture was found, therefore, it is believed to be from a different region originally. What I find most interesting is that the sculpture reflects the time period it is from. A woman who is overweight and fertile was desirable at the time to the hunter-gathers who most likely created this sculpture. I find it interesting that the values, desires, and standards of a society are often reflected in its artwork. A lot can be learned about a culture, a society, a person, etc. through its/his/her artwork. 

Venus of Willendorf

The Venus of Willendorf is one of the oldest examples of art. It is from the Paleolithic age and is located in Austria. There are many different meanings associated with the statue but among the most popular are that it is a symbol of fertility. This is one possible conclusion because of the statues enhanced body parts. Another common meaning is that it was associated with good luck for hunters. A reason why this is a valid conclusion because of the small size, it would have been possible for hunters to carry around.  

The Venus of Willendorf

This is a figurine made of limestone called the Venus of Willendorf. This work of art is very petite but accentuates the anatomy of a female body. Clearly seen is enlarged breast, voluptuous curves, wide hips, and the genital area. This figurine by many scholars is believed to be related to fertility. The reason being that it may represent the reproductive and childbearing aspects of a woman. The Venus of Willendorf was found outside the Austrian village of Willendorf.

Venus of Willendorf

This is the Venus of Willendorf. It was found in 1908 outside the village of Willendorf. There are two hypothesis about the artwork of this sculpture. Some believe that a man made this sculpture. They think that this sculpture can be seen as a sex object, since is it a naked woman with large breasts. Others believe that a woman made this sculpture. They think the sculpture shows an obese woman. That this is how the artist sees herself. A faceless, obese woman. I find it a little odd that the woman has no arms or feet. But this is still a very nice looking sculpture.

Venus of Willendorf

          This is the Venus of Willendorf. It is a female figure that was found by the archeologist Joseph Szombathy in 1908. It was originally found in an Aurignacian loess deposit near the town Willendorf in Austria. It currently resides in the Naturhistorisches Museum in Vienna. Researchers believe that this figure was carved during the European Upper Paleolithic, also known as the "Old Stone Age". Since parts of the body associated with childbearing and fertility are emphasized, people believe that this figure was used as a fertility fetish.

Venus of willendorf - Angelica

This is the Venus and Willendorf. It is a female figurine that is 110 mm in height and dated at 30,000-25,00 BC. The figurine was found by archaeologist, Joseph Szombathy, in Austria in 1908. It is suggested that the figurine is a Venus fertility Goddess because of its prominent reproductive structures and red coloring. But, it also might of been a lucky charm because of seven rings on the head. The figurine could be carried by hunters to bring luck and remind them of their lover back at home. This art piece gives information about the religious and social beliefs of the society that lived in the era it was made making it significant to history. 

Venus of Willendorf

This is the sculpture Venus of Willendorf has been the center of speculation and mystery because it is unsure when and where she originally came from and her significance to that time period. She is made out of oolitic limestone and was discovered in 1908 in Willendorf, Austria. It is estimated to be part of the paleolithic period and to be crafted sometime between 30,000 and 25,000 B.C.E. The sculpture is approximately 4 inches in height and caused many to believe that since it is transportable that it did not originate from Willendorf. Venus of Willendorf is most closely associated with a symbol of fertility.

Venus Of Willendorf

This is The Venus of Willendorf.

Syllabus

Painting 2019 MSMC syllabus

Mount Saint Mary College

Painting

Course Number:       ART 2201

Course Title:              Painting

Professor:                   Gary Jacketti

Office Hours:             Mon, Wed before or after class

e-mail:                         jacketti@optonline.net

                                    gjac4166@my.msmc.edu

Class Times:               Monday, Wednesday 5:15 to 6:40

Text Carol Strickland, The Annotated Mona Lisa,  Andrews McMeel Publishing, LLC, Kansas City                       

ISBN:                         0-7404-6872-7                         

Outcomes:     The objective of this course is to highlight the meaning and importance of painting in
Western Civilization.  The course will investigate the influences and conventions of painting beginning
with the dawn of time and end with Contemporary Art.  The students will be introduced to the various
techniques and mediums of painting.  Numerous avenues for this exploration will include studio activities
to engage in watercolor, oil pastel, acrylic, and tempera, as well as lectures, slide presentations and
discussions.

Grading and Evaluation

To pass this course, you will need to complete the projects, contribute to the class blog, take a midterm
and final examination covering the materials and history in the text.  Attendance is mandatory.  Three
unexcused missed classes will result in the dropping of the letter grade by 1, 5 absences the grade will be
lowered by 2.  I will evaluate the content as follows:

Mid-Term        15%

Blog                15%

Projects           50%

Final Exam      20%

Division of Arts and Letters Grading Policy

Points	Grade Equivalent	Quality Points	Meaning
100-95	A	4.0	Superior
94-90	A-	3.67	Outstanding
89-87	B+	3.33	Excellent
86-83	B	3.0	Very Good
82-80	B-	2.67	Good
79-77	C+	2.33	Above Average
76-73	C	2.0	Average
72-70	C-	1.67	Below Average
69-65	D+	1.33	Poor
64-60	D	1.0	Passing
59-0	F	0.0	Failing

Blog

You will find work relevant to our artist or topic and projects and write and academic evaluation to
include an image. 

Projects and Critiques

Your finished paintings will be looked at and discussed critically with your peers.  Attendance and
participation is mandatory.  This is one of the most important tools artists use to help reflect and
improve their work.

Mid Term and Final Exam

The exams will investigate painting throughout art history and cover the materials and artists
covered in the text.

Readings                                                                            

Week 1

Introduction: How to Look at a Painting

The Birth of Art: Prehistoric through Medieval                                                        2

Prehistoric Art: The Beginning                                                                                 4

Mesopotamia: The Architects                                                                                  6

Egypt: The Art of Immortality                                                                                 8

Greece: They Invented a Lot More Than the Olympics                                                            2

Rome: The Organizers                                                                                             16

Week 2

The Middle Ages: The Reign of Religion                                                                  24

Golden Age of Byzantine Art                                                                                   24

Romanesque Art: Stories in Stone                                                                            26

Gothic Art: Height and Light                                                                                    28

                       

Week 3

The Rebirth of Art: Renaissance and Baroque                                                          30

The Renaissance: The Beginning of Modern Painting                                                               32

The Italian Renaissance                                                                                           34

The Northern Renaissance                                                                                       40

The Renaissance in the Low Countries                                                                    40

The German Renaissance                                                                                         42

Mannerism and the Late Renaissance                                                                      44

The Spanish Renaissance                                                                                         45

Week 4

Baroque: The Ornate Age                                                                                         46

Italian Baroque                                                                                                        47

Flemish Baroque                                                                                                      50

Dutch Baroque                                                                                                         52

English Baroque                                                                                                      57

Spanish Baroque                                                                                                      60

French Baroque                                                                                                       62

Rococo                                                                                                                    64

                       

Week 5

The Nineteenth Century: Birth of the "ISMS"                                                          66

Neoclassicism: Roman Fever68French Neoclassicism                                                             69

American Neoclassicism                                                                                          72

Goya: Man without An "ISM"                                                                                 74

Week 6

Romanticism: The Power of Passion                                                                        76

French Romanticism76English Romanticism                                                                           79

American Romanticism and Genre Painting                                                                             81

Realism                                                                                                                    83

French Realism                                                                                                        84

American Realism                                                                                                    85        

Week 7

Studio Class and Mid Term Exam

Week 8

Mid Term Critique

Week 9

Birth of Photography                                                                                                               92

Impressionism: Let There Be Color and Light                                                         96

Rodin: First Modern Sculptor                                                                                  110

Post-Impressionism                                                                                                 112

Early Expressionism                                                                                                               123

Symbolism                                                                                                              124

Week 10

The Twentieth Century: Modern Art                                                                        128

Fauvism: Exploding Color                                                                                       130

Twentieth-Century Sculpture: A New Look                                                                             133

Twin Titans of the Twentieth Century: Matisse and Picasso                                    134

Cubism                                                                                                                    138

Modernism Outside of France                                                                                 139

Futurism                                                                                                                  139

Constructivism                                                                                                        140

Precisionism                                                                                                            141

Expressionism                                                                                                         142

Week 11

Mondrian: Harmony of Opposites                                                                           145

Modernist Architecture: Geometry to Live in                                                           146

Dada and Surrealism: Art Between the Wars                                                                            148

Photography Comes of Age                                                                                     152

American Art: 1908-40                                                                                            154

Abstract Expressionism                                                                                           158

Figural Expressionism: Not Just a Pretty Face                                                          162

Post-War Sculpture                                                                                                  164

Color Field                                                                                                               166

Week 12

Hard Edge                                                                                                                                170

Pre-Pop Art                                                                                                              172

Pop Art                                                                                                                    174

Minimalism: The Cool School                                                                                 177

Conceptual Art: Invisible Visual Art                                                                        178

Photo Realism                                                                                                          187

Neo-Expressionism                                                                                                 188

The New Breed: Post-Modern Art                                                                            190

Week 13

Studio Week

Week 14

Presentations and Final Critique

Week 15

Final Exam