Lesson 2 Webersice Edsc 304

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Claude Monet Webercise
In Lesson 2: Webercise, we will be using the computers to complete the assignment. You will
have the opportunity to be introduced to an artist. You will be directed to certain sources to
collect information and you will research and analyze the work of an artist and write about
the artists distinctive style and its contributions to the meaning of the work. We will use the
whole class period to complete this assignment. If you dont finish during class time than you
will have to finish it for homework. Stay on task and use the web safely.
Biography
In this section you will read the biography about Claude Monet. Click on the link and read
the biography and answer the questions below. Make sure you scroll to the bottom and
click on the bottom arrows to expand more information about Claude Monet.
http://www.theartstory.org/artist-monet-claude.htm
1. When and where was Claude Monet born?

2. In a few sentences describe Claude Monets childhood.
3. In a few sentecnces expalin Claude Monets adulthood.
4. Who and what, such as movement, ideas, and styles, inspired and influenced Claude
Monets art?
5. List one of Claude Monets most important art. Explain what style and techniques did he
use in his painting?
6. In a few sentences explain Claude Monets late years and death.

7. What is Claude Montes legacy?
8. Name a characteristic of Impressionism.
9. Why would Claude Monet paint the same subject at different times of the day?
Analysis and Critique

In this section you will watch a video of an analysis and critique from one of Claude
Monets painting. Click on the link below and watch the video very carefully and answer
the following questions below.
https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/becoming-modern/avant-gardefrance/impressionism/v/monet-the-argenteuil-bridge-1874
1. What is the title of the painting and year that Claude Monet painted it?
2. Where does the landscape painting take place?
3. In a few sentences explain what kind style did Claude Monet use in this painting? What
kind of method did he use?
4. What was Claude Monet trying to say in this painting and what is the importance of the
painting?
5. In a few sentences explain in details your opinion and what you think about this painting.
Why Look at Art?

In this section you will watch a short video about Why look at Art?. Click on the link
below to watch the video. After you watch the video answer the following questions
below.
https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/art-history-basics/beginners-art-history/v/whylook-at-art
1. In your own opinion reflect on Why Look at Art.

2. List 3 examples of everyday Art. Explain why you think its art.
Your Turn to Critique and Analyze

Now that you have done some research, answered questions, and watched some videos,
you should be ready to analyze and critique one of Claude Monets paintings.
Click on the link below and scroll down and choose one painting of your choice and answer
the following questions.
http://www.theartstory.org/artist-monet-claude-artworks.htm#pnt_1
1. Write the title and the date of the painting.

2. In details explain why you chose this painting, and describe what you see, wonder, and
think.
3. Write about the artists distinctive style and its contribution to the meaning of the work.
4. Identify the principles of design that the artist has used in the painting and justify how the
artist used the principles of design.
Drawing Activity
In this Last Section you will create an image of your choice. You will draw your image using
the computer program SKETCHPAD. In your drawing you must include at least 2 principles
of design. You must include some kind of representation of Claude Monets style in your
drawing. Before you start your drawing spend about 2-5 minutes practicing using the
Sketchpad tools. When you finish your drawing you need to Save your drawing and Print It
Out. If you dont finish, make sure you save your drawing and you will have to finish it at
home. (Make Sure to Save Your Work).
Click on the link below to start your Sketchpad drawing activity.
https://sketch.io/sketchpad/

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Name: _______________________________________ Date: _

Claude Monet Webercise

1. When and where was Claude Monet born?

6. In a few sentences explain Claude Monets late years and death.

Analysis and Critique

Why Look at Art?

1. In your own opinion reflect on Why Look at Art.

Your Turn to Critique and Analyze

1. Write the title and the date of the painting.

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