Essays and Research Papers on Social Issues In Art

A 6 page discussion of the criticism that has been waged by some authors against "National Geographic". Analyzing those criticisms and evaluating them against one specific article in particular this paper concludes that "National Geographic" is not a political publication and it is not intended to be. The publication's "images are formed, selected ...

A 14 page research paper that explores the use of psychoactive drug use in the US with schoolchildren. The first half of the paper offers a legal analysis and the second half an ethical analysis. The writer concludes from a review of available research that while these drugs are crucial for some children (1 to ...

A 4 page paper which examines how artists have incorporated the body into art in different ways. The artists and work examined are Jackson Pollock's "Number 1 (1950)," Chris Burden's "Doorway to Heaven (1973)", and Arahmaiani's "Dayang Sumbi Refuses Status Quo (1999)." Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page paper which examines how art was reflective of a sort of disillusionment during the time period between WWI and WWII. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 9 page paper which examines the importance of identity and self in the artwork of contemporary artists Cindy Sherman and Trish Morrisey. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 9 page paper which examines the importance of identity and self in the artwork of contemporary artists Cindy Sherman and Trish Morrisey. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 4 page paper provides an overview of the use of art to create propaganda in advertising. This paper considers both art and architecture as elements of culture that can support propaganda. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 4 page contention that America's multicultural heritage is reflected in practically every aspect of our daily lives. The arts, in particular, are a multicultural product. It might be contended, in fact, that the performing arts are the strongest reflection of the diversity of multicultural issues and ideologies that underpin American life. As ...

A 5 page discussion of the value of improvisational theatre in the educational/community setting. The author of this paper asserts that these techniques, techniques illuminated in Michael Rohd's "Theatre for Community Conflict and Dialogue: The Hope Is Vital Training Manual", can be of tremendous value in integrating school with community. No additional sources ...

A 5 page research paper that focuses on how art was sold in the sixteenth century, that is, the system of apprenticeship and patronage that was in place during this period. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 3 page essay/research paper that discusses the role of art in society and contrasts its role in a free society, such as the US, with that of a repressed society, such as North Korea. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 4 page paper which examines themes of political input in Impressionist and Dada art. The works and painters examined are Camille Pissarro’s “Peasants Resting,” George Grosz’ “Germany: A Winter’s Tale,” and Edouard Manet’s “Execution of the Emperor Maximilian.” Bibliography lists 10 sources.

An 8 page paper which examines how women were used and perceived in the Pop Art culture and the myths of the 1960s. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 13 page paper on how the Western world has influenced Russian art. The author demonstrates that this influence has spanned centuries. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A paper which considers the phenomenon of the male gaze in feminist cinema, illustrated with reference to the movies Marnie and Jeanne Dielman. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 6 page paper which examines the social context of Pop Art. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 page paper which examines the position of early American art. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 4 page paper which examines how art in Russia and the United States is a form of expression that can often impact society. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3 page paper highlights the Sensation exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum. The paper argues that government should not define art. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 5 page review of the art of Colwyn Griffith and Susan Bozic. This paper contends that these artist are targeting the consumerism that drives the modern world. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

Baggy or sagging pants (or trousers) may have started out as simple a fashion trend but they have become the symbol of a youth subculture. This 5 page paper looks at the way that the wearing of baggy/saggy pants developed and underlying meanings and values that the style may be interpreted as embodying and communicating. ...

A 5 page introduction to commercial illustration as it was characterized during the World War I era. This paper concentrates on the work of James Montgomery Flagg and Howard Chandler Christy. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 6 page contention that through the examination and study of different works of art from Civil War era, we can learn about what life was like during this tumultuous time. This contention is supported with examples. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

An 8 page paper which examines whether or not the viewer is implicated in the performance art of Marina Abramovic. The pieces examined are The Lip’s of Thomas and Rhythm 0. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

11 pages in length. The self-referentiality of postmodern art was no more an the exclusivity of the elite but rather an open invitation for all walks of life to enjoy, engage in and interact with what has long been considered one of mankind's greatest moments of growth. Hot off the heels of what ...