A being that uses expression or application of their imagination and creativity to create a piece of work that causes emotion or a reaction in any sort of way is an—artist. The reaction do not have to be necessarily positive nor does the piece itself have to be aesthetically pleasing (if visually presentable); nevertheless, I do consider that the "cherry on the top" or a bonus. If the piece is controversial, it does not necessary mean the piece is bad itself it only proves that art is all about the freedom of expression an artist has (if not limited by "laws"). I think Sandow Birk defines what a successful artist is. Some of his prints and drawings plays off of what some consider controversial laws and events. In this exhibition, Depravities
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Not only was this piece strategically placed in the entrance so it caught the audience 's attention, but its composition also had enough directional force to withdraw one 's sight to the focal area of the piece (it also has the darkest values). His combination of organic (nature and clothing) and geometric (architecture and guns) shapes are well balanced throughout the image helps it unit. Birk 's drawing capabilities and high attention to details made the piece more sophisticated and interesting. As many artworks the story behind this image was not described (given), nevertheless, it did provide a lot a room for a the viewers to interoperate the scenario themselves. In my opinion, this drawing reinterpreted the "leading a sheep to the slaughter-house" scenario, but with an anti-war twist. The new and unaware recruited soldiers are blindly being lead to the abyss of war (something tragic or even death). This piece can also touch on the concept of soldiers not knowing what they are fighting for "to keep their people safe" or "for our countries profits" (resources such as oil) and the stuff in between just comes as it …show more content…
What I like about this piece was that even though it was a drawing, Birk had the capability to make it look like an etching. Not only was this piece in a large scale (as well) but he covered all the ground with values done by fine lines. In this piece Birk decided to portray a monument based off laws that are personal to civilians (citizen rights) for equal protection such as the Miranda Warning, Escobeda v. Illinois, the 14th , 6th, and 5th amendments, and the Magna Carta. What I like about his layout is that he decided to set the Magna Carta as the foundation of the Monument, since it is one of the first signed documents that protects citizen 's rights (even though it was forced upon). The composition simple but effective ,because the monument is centered it gave it more emphasis. The watchtower on the top is wrapped with barbed wire and has surveillance cameras pointing towards it suggesting that the one being watched is the watcher (law-makers and enforcers—are treated the equally). Personally, the five skeletons gesture "speak, hear, and say no evil," indicating that these certain laws prevent evil form happening, and that is why they observers (drawn in the bottom) are at peace. Overall, this piece was a beautiful and intricate
Not only was this piece strategically placed in the entrance so it caught the audience 's attention, but its composition also had enough directional force to withdraw one 's sight to the focal area of the piece (it also has the darkest values). His combination of organic (nature and clothing) and geometric (architecture and guns) shapes are well balanced throughout the image helps it unit. Birk 's drawing capabilities and high attention to details made the piece more sophisticated and interesting. As many artworks the story behind this image was not described (given), nevertheless, it did provide a lot a room for a the viewers to interoperate the scenario themselves. In my opinion, this drawing reinterpreted the "leading a sheep to the slaughter-house" scenario, but with an anti-war twist. The new and unaware recruited soldiers are blindly being lead to the abyss of war (something tragic or even death). This piece can also touch on the concept of soldiers not knowing what they are fighting for "to keep their people safe" or "for our countries profits" (resources such as oil) and the stuff in between just comes as it …show more content…
What I like about this piece was that even though it was a drawing, Birk had the capability to make it look like an etching. Not only was this piece in a large scale (as well) but he covered all the ground with values done by fine lines. In this piece Birk decided to portray a monument based off laws that are personal to civilians (citizen rights) for equal protection such as the Miranda Warning, Escobeda v. Illinois, the 14th , 6th, and 5th amendments, and the Magna Carta. What I like about his layout is that he decided to set the Magna Carta as the foundation of the Monument, since it is one of the first signed documents that protects citizen 's rights (even though it was forced upon). The composition simple but effective ,because the monument is centered it gave it more emphasis. The watchtower on the top is wrapped with barbed wire and has surveillance cameras pointing towards it suggesting that the one being watched is the watcher (law-makers and enforcers—are treated the equally). Personally, the five skeletons gesture "speak, hear, and say no evil," indicating that these certain laws prevent evil form happening, and that is why they observers (drawn in the bottom) are at peace. Overall, this piece was a beautiful and intricate