Why was Nocturne in Black and Gold, The Falling Rocket by James Abbott McNeill Whistler a controversial work? Discuss the formal characteristics
What will be an ideal response?
Essay responses should include these points:
Critic John Ruskin found Whistler's work disturbingly unfinished and devoid of moral purpose.
Ruskin argued that his works were too expensive and it only took him two days to complete a painting, sharply in contrast to the popular academic paintings of the day.
The style shows loose brushstrokes and an explosion of dots of color in a dark setting.
The figures in the foreground are wispy and lack any real form.
Whistler's works are credited with inspiring later generations of abstract painters.
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A. True, the audience can serve as a critic, analyzing and spreading awareness of the show. B. False, a critic is only meant to analyze and interpret the plot and story and not the technical elements of a show. C. True, only the average audience members can be critics, not the professional critics. D. False, since you are not a professionally trained critic, your analysis of the show is inessential.
The Lumière brothers' early camera was too bulky and heavy to take on location, leading them to shoot exclusively in a film studio.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)