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Name: The Light Undressing
Artist: Gary Korlin
Style: Impressionism

1. Identify the subject of the paniting.
The subject of the painting is the woman.

2. Find details that help locate the scene in a particular time or place.
The time setting is anytime from dawn to dusk. The place is most likely in the woman's room.

3. Think of the way the artist created the setting. Is the setting highly detailed or more abstract?

The artist created the setting so the person observing the painting is focused on the woman. The setting is neither abstract or super detailed.
4. Analyzing the importance of the setting in the painting. Is the setting simply part of the background, or does it take on a more dominant role?
The setting is part of the background, but I think the way the lighting is really helps the observer focus on the the woman.

5. Think about how the colors and shapes in the painting help create the mood of the painting.
The colors are dark everywhere but the woman. It shows a sort of good against evil. Also, the woman is wearing white which signifies perfection and beauty.