Through this frame, art may be thought to be about and represent deeply felt and sensory experience, human consciousness, intuition, imagination, originality, creative expression, and the aesthetic response. Meaning is understood in relation to the intersubjective experiences afforded to the maker and viewer.
- From the HSC Visual Arts Syllabus
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Key Words and TermsEmotion, feelings, experiences, imagination, psychological experience, opinions, personal reactions, evocative, subconscious, intentions, memories, interpretations, mood, themes andotheremotions
Focus questions for the subjective frameWhat do you see?
What do you feel? In your opinion, what is the dominant mood? What is the intent of the artist? How does the artist want the audience to react? Does this match how you think audiences will react? What techniques does the artist use? Why? Do the colours and shapes used evoke any emotions? What does the artwork remind you of? Are there any connections to my own |
First impressions are important for the subjective frame, as we often have an immediate emotional response to artworks, that may disappear as we look more in-depth. Use the quick response question below as an exercise on first impressions. Use the artwork provided as a practice, then try the exercise using your own chosen artwork, looking for similar elements.
For each of the observations you have made, explain what you think they mean.
For example: "Bright vivid yellows - feelings of discomfort, may refer to the unnatural, poisonous" |