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Assignment 1Critic of the ArtsRequired ResourcesRead/review the following resources for this activity:Textbook: Chapter 3, 4LessonMinimum of 1 scholarly source (in addition to the textbook)Initial Post InstructionsSelect a work of art from any of the chapters in our textbook and write a response that analyzes the art through the lens of a descriptive critic, an interpretive critic, and an evaluative critic. What different things would these critics have to say? Use the following guidelines:Descriptive Critic: Address at least 3 different elements of art and/or principles of design.Interpretive Critic: This will require research so that you can understand the subject, meaning, and intent of the work.Evaluative Critic: Use the standards of perfection, insight, and inexhaustibility (as described in the text).Follow-Up Post InstructionsRespond to at least two peers or one peer and the instructor. Further the dialogue by providing more information and clarification. Provide feedback on whether you agree or disagree with their criticism. Explain why. Build on their posts by providing additional insight of your own. If your peer selected the same artwork as you, make sure to address new point or develop existing points in more depth.Writing RequirementsMinimum of 3 posts (1 initial & 2 follow-up)Minimum of 2 sources cited (assigned readings/online lessons and an outside source)APA format for in-text citations and list of referencesAssignment 2Required ResourcesRead/review the following resources for this activity:Textbook: Chapter 4LessonMinimum of 3 scholarly sources (in addition to the textbook)InstructionsAs part of the discussion this week, you made a brief exploration of a work of art to understand its subject, meaning, and intent. In this assignment, you will explore an artwork in more depth to consider the context in which it was created. Choose any painting, and address the following:Explain the artistic movement associated with the work of art.Describe the style of the artist (How is the artist unique within the movement?)Examine in some depth the influences that shaped the work. Address at least 2 of the following:Stylistic influencesSubject/content influencesCross-disciplinary influences such as literature, philosophy, music, science, technology, etc.Historical influencesPolitical influencesReflect on your learning.How did your research enhance your appreciation of the artwork?How does understanding the context of a work help in interpreting it?Include the following in your paper:Name of the paintingName of the artistDate createdImage of the paintingWriting Requirements (APA format)Length: 1.5-2 pages (not including title page, references page, image, or caption for artwork)1-inch marginsDouble spaced12-point Times New Roman fontTitle pageReferences page (minimum of 3 scholarly sources)