Flag, 1954-55

Jasper Johns

Art students what is so special about this flag? Is it that it represents our country? It is a symbol of freedom and democracy?  Please look at these 2 You tube videos

#1 HERE

and

#2 HERE

to learn about our next Modern Art model

Jasper Johns

. He is considered a Pop artist. What makes him a pop artist? What medium does he use to paint with? Come to class and be able to talk about why he paints flags.

                               Colored Alphabet                                                                                              Figure 8