The Roy Lichtenstein exhibit at the Art Museum was wonderful! I am so
glad I got to see it. I really enjoy pop art and comments on society. I think
it is so interesting that he managed to take something like a comic strip and
reproduce in a way that brings attention to what he wants us to see. I really
enjoy the seemingly simplistic work when in reality it’s very intricate and
requires skill and dedication to create such works. I thought it was very
interesting the progression of his work. Although the inspiration changed
slightly through out his career, most notably I remember the section on Van
Gough; I thought it was very cool he translated his own aesthetic throughout. I
love the half-tone dots, it is amazing how many different things you can
accomplish with just them. I thought the mirrors series was interesting, I wish
I could have looked at that more in depth. I really liked the art deco
influences pieces as well, because I have always enjoyed that look. I also
enjoy the simple colors. I really liked the last room of the exhibit, too, with
the Japanese style works but incorporating the Ben-Day dots. His sketches were
interesting to look at, as well. They are sure a lot better than any of my
sketches! Overall it was a great exhibit, I loved the way it flowed from
beginning of his career to the end. I really enjoyed it.
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