MLA

To cite artwork for your homework, you typically need the artist's name, the title of the work, the date it was created, the medium used, and its current location. The specific order and punctuation depend on whether your teacher requires or APA style. MLA Style (9th Edition)

citation makes you a better artist, not just a more honest student.

Students often groan at citation requirements, arguing that “art is free.” But here is the pedagogical truth:

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Let’s look at the most common scenarios where an assignment requires rigorous citations .

Suggested further reading for art students:

7 Elements of Art

Discuss how the artist used the and Principles of Design to organize the composition.

  • Bibliography:

    "This work is a study copy of [Original Artist Name]'s '[Title of Work]' (Year). Original medium: [Oil/Charcoal/etc.]. This homework assignment is for educational purposes only and is not intended for sale or public exhibition."

    Grading art is notoriously subjective, and homework can feel particularly vulnerable for students. Therefore, the assessment of art homework should prioritize process over product. Rubrics should focus on criteria such as effort, completion of the prompt, experimentation, and evidence of time spent.