Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to analyze and interpret art through the lens of the relationship between artist, artwork, world, and audience.

Materials and Prep

Materials: Art supplies (paper, pencils, colors), access to the internet for research.

Prep: Familiarize yourself with the concepts of artist-artwork-world-audience relationship in art.

Activities

1. Research an artwork of your choice and identify the artist's background and the world events that influenced the artwork.

2. Create your own artwork inspired by a current world issue or event. Reflect on how you want your audience to interpret your piece.

3. Write a short paragraph explaining the relationship between your artwork, yourself as the artist, the world around you, and your intended audience.

Talking Points

• Artist: "The artist's background and experiences shape the artwork they create."
• Artwork: "The artwork is a reflection of the artist's thoughts, emotions, and perspectives."
• World: "Events happening in the world can influence an artist's choice of subject matter and style."
• Audience: "The audience's interpretation of art can vary based on their own experiences and perspectives."