This assignment is to be done in 3 steps:
1. Read Boschini’s fragment on Venetian painting. please also read the introductory explanation. The reading is attached the pdf file
2. Watch this YouTube video about Caravaggio’s technique: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzhi-jeKADo&t=156s
3. Answer the following questions (230 words)
From your disciplinary perspective, that is, your major (studio, art history, curatorial studies, etc.): How do you think Art History should be studied? Do you think knowing about the techniques (through primary sources like Boschini or scientific analysis like in the video) helps us better understand art? Why or why not? Use specific examples to explain your answer.
Please clearly describe and reflect on your own chosen field and be honest with your personal opinion.