Unit 5: Discussion – Art and the Human Body
Introduction
The human body is essential to how we understand the levels of identity such as gender, sexuality, race, and ethnicity. Many artists explore gender through representations of the body and by using their own bodies in their craft.
Unit Learning Outcomes
Discuss some of the factors that have motivated artists to use their own bodies in works of art. (2, 3, 4)::
Differentiate between biological sex and gender and discuss some of the ways in which identity is constructed and how that manifests in art. (2, 3, 4)
Initial Post
In each unit discussion you will have a post where you address one or more of the questions posed. A high-quality post will be:
on time
thoughtful
answer thoroughly
use specific examples of artwork and/or use sources including the text, and online or offline articles to support its points.
Directions
Watch the following videos.
Research and explore for other information on these artists and their artwork.
Read the discussion questions below and leave your comments using the “Reply” prompt.
Make sure you proofread your posts and cite you sources using MLA format.
