Takashi Murakami Life

This paper is a chance for you to explore an area of interest in greater detail. I am looking for strong critical thinking skills demonstrated through the synthesis of content anchored in the basic facts and issues of your topic and a willingness to apply original though based on your observations and research.

• All essays are to be 7-8 pages in length (double spaced, 12 point font , & 1 inch margins)
• Include images of the art or architecture your analysis is based on but be aware that images do not fulfill page count requirement
• Please include a minimum of 5 bibliographical peer reviewed academic primary and secondary references
• Papers without in-text citations (MLA, Footnote, Endnote, or Chicago Style) will not be accepted
• Please use primary and secondary peer reviewed sources exclusively
• NO Wiki or Encarta or Art Story or single page web site (thought co etc ) references please
• All quotes must be footnoted in the appropriate manner
• Please use MLA format for thesis and dissertations
• Standard procedures regarding plagiarism apply
• No AI use. Please review the course policy on AI. Papers with AI use will receive a 0

For your research essay topic, please choose one artist to focus on. Below is a list of themes and specific artists to explore. You are welcome to chose another topic, but please discuss your ideas with me first for approval. If you choose an alternative topic please make sure it falls within the scope of this courseAsian Art History. You can also explore potential topics by exploring the Asian Art Museum.