Formal and Contextual Analysis Discussion

Analyze one painting by Mark Rothko using Formal and Contextual Methodologies.

Mark Rothko, The Ochre (Ochre, Red on Red) (1954)

STEP 1: Conduct Research

Watch the videos and read the articles on the page titled: Abstract Expressionism Videos and Articles.https://youtu.be/oG9jQBj1eqE

• Khan Academy: Abstract Expressionism, an Introduction
• Khan Academy: The Impact of Abstract Expressionism
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• Tate Modern: Modernism and the Sublime

Review the methodologies we are using for this assignment: Formal and Contextual.

Read the journal articles listed in the Bibliography below.

Select one painting from this page MOCA: Mark Rothko
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You may want to review the following pages: “Writing Requirements,” “Plagiarism,” and “Embedding Images into Discussions.”

STEP 2: Analyze the Formal Elements and Context

Using your chosen painting, answer the following with complete sentences:

1. Identify and describe at least two formal elements in this painting. Use the vocabulary and be specific!
2. What was happening in society when this painting was made?
3. What is the message of this painting?
   1. 1. 1. 1. 1. • To find the message of a work of art, you need to analyze the information gathered for the first two questions. Think about the lectures and videos in this module, and think about these questions: How does Rothko’s work fit in to the overall tone of this period? What does he want the viewer to experience when looking at his work? Why is it relevant?
                  • Let me know if you need help!
                  • Do not submit your “best guess.” Use the provided information to support your argument.

*Number your responses as listed in the prompt (1, 2, 3). You do not need to write a formal essay for this assignment- but you must cite your sources
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