1. Forming a Thesis (write this down)
Take a position: Is this piece of art completely representative of this period (A), partially representative of this period (B), a throwback to an earlier period and/or on the cutting edge of a new period (C)?
___ perfectly represents the artistic traditions and philosophical beliefs of the ___ period because of ____’s techniques, style, and subject matter.
School of Athens perfectly represents the artistic traditions and philosophical beliefs of the Renaissance period because of Raphael’s perspective, theme, and subject matter.
B. While the___ of ____’s ______ reflects the _____ of the ____ period, the (painting, sculpture, etc.)’s ____ and ____ better represent the ________ period.
While the balance of Raphael’s School of Athens reflects the philosophy of the Renaissance period, the painting’s color and style better represent the Medieval period.
C. Although ____ produced _____ during the _____ period, this (opera, church, cathedral, etc.) partially transcends/regresses from its own period and stands at the cutting edge of the ___ period.
Although Raphael produced School of Athens during the Renaissance period, this painting partially transcends its own period and stands at the cutting edge of the Baroque period.

2. from Note Cards to Outline
2. Brainstorm key ideas that connect to your ART
PERIOD
Subject matter reveres ideals of Ancient Greek times
Techniques include a use of perspective (linear) has depth and balance
Themes are centered around humanism, potential of the individual
X Sfmato (contrast between light and dark) was a
common technique
X Human anatomy was highlighted

3. 3. Brainstorm important facts about your ARTIST/PIECE:
The piece demonstrates symmetry and balance (technique)
Diogenes shows a focus on human anatomy
The color palette uses a variety of pastels Philosophy explores components of humanism (theme)
* Need more information about subject matter

4. Yes-move on to comparative art No- establish where more research needs
5. Look for connections between the PERIOD list and the ARTIST/PIECE list
Do you have research (cards) to connect with 3 key points of the art period?
Yes-move on to comparative art
No- establish where more research needs
to be done

5. 6. Create a Rough Organizational Plan (see handout)  7
6. Create a Rough Organizational Plan (see handout)  7. Write your Informational Paragraphs

6. A. Raphael’s Madonna of Loreto
8. Use resources (databases, books, internet, etc) to brainstorm details for COMPARATIVE ART. Identify area where more research is needed.
A. Raphael’s Madonna of Loreto
Use of perspective
Theme of humanism
B. Botticelli’s Primavera
Greek subject matter
Need research on perspective
C. Michelangelo's Creation of Adam
D. Botticelli’s Birth of Venus

7. 9. Formalizing the Outline (write this down)
State your major thesis by taking a position. Embolden this at the beginning of your outline.
Roman Numerals should represent the 4 major titles/categories. This should be written in a complete sentence on your outline.
Capital Letters are the tags. Narrow this down to 2-3 of the most important tags. This should be written in a complete sentence on your outline.
Arabic Numerals (regular ones) contain your concrete details (information from your note cards). These should be cited (quotations/paraphrased info should be written out).
Lower Case letters are for phrases of commentary. They are optional!