Practice Contemporary Perspectives - 2.3 | Unit 1: Unveiling Identity: Self-Portraiture and Cultural Representation | IB Grade 8 Visual Arts
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Question 1

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What is self-portraiture?

💡 Hint: Think about how artists express who they are.

Question 2

Easy

Name one contemporary artist mentioned in this section.

💡 Hint: Recall the artists who challenge traditional norms.

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Question 1

What is a key aspect of Kehinde Wiley's work?

  • Classical European poses
  • Abstract designs
  • Monochromatic colors

💡 Hint: Think about how he positions his subjects.

Question 2

True or False: Cindy Sherman's work is about revealing her true self.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider what her character portrayals signify.

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Question 1

Examine how Kehinde Wiley's approach to self-portraiture could influence perceptions of race and identity in contemporary art. Discuss using specific examples from his works.

💡 Hint: Think of how his classical styles resonate with contemporary cultural discourses.

Question 2

Analyze the implications of performative identity in Cindy Sherman's work. How does this concept extend beyond her art into modern societal interactions?

💡 Hint: Reflect on the roles people adopt in social situations.

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