ART GALLERY VISIT #1

A.) Which artworks make an impact or impression on me? Why?

• Angela Ellsworth; The Seer Bonnet XVI; pearl corsage pins, steal and fabric; 29 in x 12 1/2 in x 13 1/2 in; 2010-2011. When I first walked by this piece I was instantly curious by it. I had not realized that the pins were sticking through so that it would pierce the wearer and once I saw that I was shocked. Upon reading the description I learnt the artist came from an oppressive and restrictive Mormon family who were especially so to women. The way she used the bonnet which is usually seen to be conservative and dainty so show that oppressive lifestyle I thought was interesting.

• Helen Frankenthaler; Seer; acrylic on canvas; 93 1/2 in x 85 1/8 in; 1980. The colors used, value and style made an impression on me. I walked around the corner of the gallery and on this big white wall this huge green painting hanging on the wall. As I looked closer I saw the different values as well as the white, black and small blue, orange and pink spots on the painting as well. I am not totally sure what it was about this painting that captivated my attention so much but I found it mesmerizing. 

B.) Which artworks do I feel a connection with? Why?

• Hans Hofmann; Ruby Gold; oil on canvas; 55 3/8 in x 40 1/2 in; 1959. I felt a connection to this piece because every time I walked by it I saw something different. First I saw a bouquet of flowers, then fruit, then a room. I feel a connection to this piece because it almost feels like its changing. I myself feel like I am changing and when I look at myself I do not always see the same person.
• Georges Rouault; The Abandoned, oil paint over intaglio print on paper mounted to masonite; 25 5/16 in x 19 3/8 in; 1935-1939. This painting spoke to my because of the feeling I felt right away from seeing it. The sadness in this art piece is almost tangible. The cool colors along with the thick lines and lack of details made me feel that emotion.

 

C.) Which artworks would I like to know more about? Why?

• Wayne Higby; Pictoral Lake; ceramic glazed earthware; 13 in x 34 in x 9 in; 1986. I would like to know more about this one because it seemed so different from the other pieces. The abstract concept and folding 3D frame it has is very interesting. I would be curious in finding out how and why the artist made this and what inspired them. 
• Joe Zucker; Walleye; acrylic on plywood and pegboard; 47 13/16 in diam x 7/8 in; 1994. I am extremely curious as to how this was made. It reminds me of the little plastic pegboards we used to play with as kids that you would iron after placing the little beads into a pattern. It look like he melted plastic on the pegboard but knowing it was acrylic paint, its probably that but it looks so perfect!