Prompt 3

Question 1

Scale

Large-scale painting

Answer 1

122 x 160 cm which is large-scale.

Makes artwork seem impressive, would stand out in gallery or home environment.

Question 2

Scale

Smaller than life

Answer 2

Subject matter such as figures and objects on countertop smaller than life, painting includes huge amount of detail.

Goings decided to do it to showcase his skill and ability.

Question 3

Style

Photorealistic

Answer 3

Acheived this style with large amounts of fine detail, seen in tiny reflections in glass display cabinets.

Makes painting seem hyper-real and almost better than life.

Question 4

Style

1950’s

Answer 4

Checked tiles reminiscent of this period as is diner culture.

Painting is created in 1981 so style seems nostalgic for a bygone era.

Question 5

Subject matter/Imagery

Americana

Answer 5

Diners associated with America as are brands like Pepsi.

Chose subject matter/imagery as celebration of American culture.

Question 6

Subject matter/ Imagery

Two figures in diner setting

Answer 6

Seems unremarkable, is an everyday scene from American life. Makes it remarkable by painting with astonishing attention to detail.

Inviting the viewer to find significance and beauty in ordinary world.