Module 12 Video Review

1. Explain why you selected each of the TWO videos you choose from the selection listed above.

The first video I selected was about Abstract Expressionism.  I chose this because I enjoy Pop Art and it is familiar to me.  I chose the video on Andy Warhol because I have seen many pieces of his work and find his style to be interesting.



2. For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.

Abstract Expressionism and Pop: Art of the 50's and 60's- This video discusses Abstract Expressionism and its birth during the controversial times of up and coming pop art. This form of art was created by the combined ideas and influences of American and European art. A few artists that represented this artistic style were Franz Kline, Jasper Johns, and Andy Warhol. While their works were similar to that of abstract styles, they sought to express something.


Andy Warhol: Images of an Image- Andy Warhol was one of the most well known artists during the Pop Movement. He began as a commercial artist and later found an interest in advertising images. His most famous works are generally repeated images, whether faces or objects. Common examples of his style are that of Ten Lizes and the soup can. He commonly used the concept of silk screening where he would blow up photographs and transfer them to a canvas which allowed for ink and paint.

3. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?

The style of Abstract Expressionism and the Pop art movement were both discussed in the text. Andy Warhol and his pieces are mentioned throughout the book as well as just an art icon in general.  The video expanded on what I already knew about Andy Warhol and his pieces. 

4. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of the readings and art concepts?

The films were interesting and I especially enjoyed the film about Andy Warhol. I enjoyed the way that they showed his works relating to Elizabeth Taylor and Marilyn Monroe who are both iconic female figures.