Choose one piece of art and deconstruct it. Discuss the composition of the piece, the colors used and the shapes created. Research the history of the piece and the artist (in some cases there will be information at the exhibition).

Choose one piece of art and deconstruct it. Discuss the composition of the piece, the colors used and the shapes created. Research the history of the piece and the artist (in some cases there will be information at the exhibition).

Write a 1000 – 1500 word review. Here are the notes for “Evaluating Art with Words” (attached file)

Choose one piece of art and deconstruct it. Discuss the composition of the piece, the colors used and the shapes created. Research the history of the piece and the artist (in some cases there will be informat

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Titus Kaphar is an artist who believes in the honesty of paintings. Kaphar repainted John Vanderlyn’s (1775-1852) painting, Landing of Columbus (1846). Titus Kaphar is a modern day African American Artist who spends his time on artwork to focus on the impact of history. The Colombus day painting, the Landing of Columbus was painted in 2014. It is a medium oil and mixed media on canvas. It measures 67 3/4 x 90 3/4 x 4 inches. The piece is showcased in the Jack Shainman and Titus Kaphar Gallery in New York.

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