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Week 9-Modernism and Post-Modernism

Week 9-Modernism and Post-Modernism
Claude Monet's 'Water Lillies' (1920) and Chuck Closes' 'Maggie' (1998)

Maggie, (1996), Oil on canvas, 30 x 24"
(76.2 x 61 cm), Photograph by Ellen Page Wilson, courtesy of PaceWildenstein, New York, © Chuck Close



Self Portrait (1994). Chuck Close. Detail.



Water Lillies (1920) Claude Monet



Water Lillies (1920) Claude Monet.
Both Claude Monet and Chuck Close were exploring paint, colour and human perception. Research the work of both artists in order to;

1. Outline the intentions of each artist.

2. Describe the techniques of each artist

3. Find 2 quotes about each artists work, and reference them correctly.

4. Note 3 similarities of the work of both artists.

5. What are some differences between the artist's work. (at least 3)

6. Describe your response to the work of both artists.

7. Add any other comments you would like.

8. Comment on other students' blogs.

www.whitecube.com/exhibitions/close/paintings-i/
http://www.moma.org/collection/object.php?object_id=80220
http://www.worcesterart.org/Exhibitions/Past/close.html

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