Understanding visual arts(diploma ), Essay, Singapore

800- word essay comparing 2 works of art.

The essay should compare one work from western art tradition (The Starry Night by Van Gogh) and one work from eastern art tradition (White Plum Blossoms and Moon by Ito jakuchu)

Instructions:

1)Describe and analyse the two artworks, relate them to major art movements.

2)identify the stylistic characteristics of the two works

3)identify the similarities and differences

4)use simple and appropriate vocabulary

5)include pictures and captions of the 2 paintings

6) Accurate documentation of references

7) Keep essay simple and straightforward