Assignment Instructions:
For this assignment, you will be writing a formal analysis of two of art works from an art exhibit of
your choosing. Please make sure you are selecting images from an art exhibit you can visit in
person. You will also compare and contrast them with each other. Please choose an artwork by
two different artists. A formal analysis means you will be discussing how the specific elements
of art are used in each piece:
Line Shape Value Color Texture
STRUCTURING YOUR ASSIGNMENT
Read the assignment thoroughly.
In your first paragraph, introduce what you know about this exhibition by the artwork you see in it
and the supplementary information around the gallery. Make sure to identify where the exhibit is.
In the second paragraph, introduce the first work of art you’re discussing from the exhibition and
describe how the artist has used the elements of art throughout the overall composition (line,
shape, value, color, texture). Be specific in describing the artist’s use of each element. Please
include an image of the artwork in the text of your assignment.
In third paragraph, introduce the second work of art you’re discussing from the exhibition and
describe how the artist has used the elements of art throughout the overall composition (line,
shape, value, color, texture). Be specific in describing the artist’s use of each element. Please
include an image of the artwork in the text of your assignment.
In the fourth paragraph, discuss similarities between the two works of art you’ve selected. This
can include topics like media, subject matter, scale, content, installation and techniques.
In the fifth paragraph, discuss differences between the two works of art you’ve selected. This can
include topics like media, subject matter, scale, content, installation and techniques.
Assignments may be1 ½ – 2 pages, or more, in 12 pt. font, double-spaced. Please include
images of the artwork in your paper