This week, your homework assignment is to write an artist statement to accompany your Personal Narrative project in the December 13th Art Show. What is an artist statement? An artist statement is a general introduction of your work as an artist. It is the what, how, and why of your work, from your own perspective. It helps you convey the deeper meaning or purpose of your work to the audience (clients, gallery owners, scholarship boards, entrance panels, etc.). What kind of artists need personal statements? If you are a designer, photographer, fashion designer, illustrator, sculpture artist, abstract artist, painter or any other kind of artist, you need an artist statement. Why you need an artist statement An artist statement lets you convey the reasoning behind your work-- why you chose a particular subject matter, why you work in a certain medium, etc. And further, a well-written statement shows the relationship of you to your artwork, and helps creates a connection with the viewer that will make your work (and your name) more memorable. An artist statement can:
How to write an artist statement Writing an artist statement is a chore for most artists. But following theses steps will make it a little easier for you to decide what to write and how to write it. Click the link below to download a flow chart which will make the writing process VERY EASY. Follow the prompts, while typing out your statement. Once you have completed your written statement, you must post it in TWO places. Firstly, post it to your blog, and secondly I will send you a link to a shared google doc, so that you can post it there for the Student Art Committee (SAC) to print for the art show.
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