Male and female artists during the Renaissance and later periods

Writing Strategies, Michelangelo, Raphael, and Women Artists

Writing Strategy

Since I have been reading a lot throughout this course, I do not envision a lot of difficulty on writing the final research paper. I have already read a lot of materials which include class materials, online articles and publications as well as books from the library. For the draft that will be due on 21 ^st , I will complete it in two days (on 19 ^th and 20 ^th ). I will read and organize the content during the better part of the day and write in the evening. The final research paper that will be due on 26 ^th will involve expounding on the information in the draft. After approval of the draft, I will embark on using the literature sources mentioned in the draft to write the final research paper. Just like in writing the draft, I will use the better part of the day reading and organizing content then using 3-4 hours writing the research paper.

Male and Female Artists during the Renaissance and Later Periods

Gender stereotypes were more prevalent in the renaissance period than in the later periods. For instance, during the renaissance, women were limited on what they could do. In fact, the word ‘artist’ implied a man. As such, women were limited to miniaturist and embroidery type of art. Men were the painters and sculptors. In regard to the skill level, the renaissance artists seem to have had a class of their own. The art pieces that were produced at the time exhibited high skills compared to later periods. Perhaps it is the reason why artists of that period are revered even in the present times.

Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael

Although other good artists existed during the renaissance, I think Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael defined that period. Their recognition is, therefore fair. In art, the audience usually picks out the artwork that is impressive. The three artists were masters of their skills and knew what to present to the public. Perhaps their recognition is a lesson to upcoming painters and artists in general to practice perfectionism and understand the audience well.