Question

#26 angela burson @angelaburson
artist video #1_artist video #2
guiding questions: what do the objects we surround ourselves with say about who we are? how does she begin her work? what inspires her to start?
for angela burson, the shirt we pluck from the closet in the morning and the drink we sip with dinner are especially engaging insights into personal and familial identities. the artist, who is based in savannah, often begins with old photographs and re - interprets vintage fashions, tile patterns, and household items in acrylic. she tends to skew proportions and perspectives, achieving a surreal style intensified by her signature crops and headless figures. a vivid, old - fashioned palette of yellow, baby blue, and pale, dusty rose characterizes the mysterious scenes, which peer into intimate moments rife with intrigue.
questions:

1. describe what you see.
2. what elements of art are used in this artwork? (at least one example)
3. what type of art is this considered?
4. using 1 adjective (describing word) describe the artwork.
5. what materials are used to create this artwork?

Explanation:

1. The elements of art include line, shape, color, texture, space, form, and value. In the artwork, the use of distinct shapes (like the circular record - like object and the angular shapes) and a limited color palette (yellows, blues, etc.) can be noted.
2. This artwork can be considered figurative art as it depicts recognizable objects such as a record - player and scissors.
3. An adjective to describe the artwork could be 'surreal' due to the skewed proportions and the mysterious, intimate scene.
4. The materials used are likely acrylic as mentioned in the description of Angela Burson's work.
5. The materials used to create this artwork are acrylic for the painting and possibly paper or canvas as the base.

Answer:

1. Shapes (e.g., circular and angular forms) and a limited color palette are elements of art used.
2. Figurative art as it shows recognizable objects.
3. Surreal.
4. Acrylic.
5. Acrylic paint on a paper or canvas base.