Looking at the Flag

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