Learning Activity #3: Formal Analysis Review
During our Unit 1: Week 1 Module, we learned that art historians use visual or formal analysis to discuss works of art and architecture. Students watched a Smarthistory , reviewed a and practiced formal analysis with the Written Assignment #1.
This week, we are beginning to learn different ways art can be interpreted. To introduce this, we will create Ekphratic poetry using ChatGPT.
Please follow the directions below to complete the assignment.
- Select ONE artwork or architecture example from the . You will need to use the title of this artwork/architecture for this assignment.
- If you do not have an account already, please use your GCCCD email address to create an account on
- In the Chat GPT Message box, enter the following prompt: “Create an Ekphratic poem inspired by TITLE OF ARTWORK/ARCHITECTURE EXAMPLE.”
- Copy and paste this poem into a new Word Document. to include a copy of your image, a copy of your ChatGPT-generated poem, and a table where you break down the elements of the poem that relate to the visual elements of the example OR relate to this historical context/interpretation of meaning. DO NOT USE AI TO CREATE THE TABLE.
- PLEASE NOTE: The poem will include other literary elements that may not relate to the visual or historical elements. Please ignore those details. Please find at least 3 visual elements and 3 historical elements. DO NOT USE AI TO DIND THE VISUAL/HISTORICAL ELEMENTS. You need to find these on your own without use of AI.
- Having trouble finding your visual and historical elements, email me at and include your poem. I can help you brainstorm some elements.
- Save your response as a Word Document and add to the submission portal.
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