Castlerea Community School Art Blog

Here is some extra viewing that will come in very handy when studying Francis Bacon. https://youtu.be/DLVrlF-lZPk This video clip is the clip that is shown on a loop in the Hugh Lane Gallery in Dublin. This will give you a better understanding of Bacon and also how the studio is laid out within the Gallery https://youtu.be/Fl2I8aB5nS0 Here is Francis Bacon studio in 360 degrees,have a look inside   https://youtu.be/Z1XKBkBkKqE

Please answer these two Higher Level Questions over the weekend for next Tue. 2013 H/L Question. Paul Henry (1876-1958) painted landscapes depicting scenes from the west of Ireland. Discuss this statement in relation to his work in general and to the painting "A Connemara Village" which is shown referring to subject matter, composition, style and colour And Compare briefly "A Connemara Village" with one named landscape painting by a different Irish Artist. Illustrate your answer. Please answer the following 2013 Higher level question Edgar Degas (1834-1917)was a founding member of the Impressionist but was unique amongst his contemporaries in terms of style and subject matter. Discuss this statement with reference to a named work by Degas, refer in your answer to subject matter , composition, light and colour, and handling of materials and How did the development of photography influence the work of the Impressionists? Illustrate your Answer.