John Muafangejo, Hope and Optimism, 1984

Question 1

One liner

Answer 1

Simplified figures in a linocut style holding hands in communion

Question 2

Line

Answer 2

• Strong, bold organic lines to depict figures create feel of strength and resilliance
• Repitition of verticle line in the foreground and horizontal lines in the background create pattern

Question 3

Shape

Answer 3

• Flat simplified shapes form figures makes narrative universal and digestible
• Piece is structures into cohesive sections, contributing to unity and balance

Question 4

Colour

Answer 4

• Exclusively black and white creates contrast that conveys universal simplicity and hope

Question 5

Value

Answer 5

• Stark contrasts between black and white creates striking tonal contrast
• Equal darks and lights create balance

Question 6

Space

Answer 6

• Negative space created contrast
• Figures are densely packed symbolising close community bond

Question 7

Texture

Answer 7

• The nature of linocut creates depth and rawnes associated with manual labour