Analysis of A Visual Artwork: Story, Specific Element, and Meaning

Step 1.a.

If you are allowed to take pictures of the artworks, insert an image no larger than 5 inches high or wide. If cannot take a picture of the artwork, please explain this.

Tell your story about the work:

Enter into the piece and tell what you think is going on.

Remember to describe the parts of the artwork that tie to the story.

Growing up as a transgender person can really lead to a boggling life, particularly in school where students are curious about their gender. Fisch was born like any other child, but her mother realized that she had both sexes (male and female). She attended her primary school at Philadelphia catholic school. She alludes that she faced many challenges as students were curious about her real gender. When visiting the washrooms, students were curious to see if she would visit the ladies' or males toilets. She faced challenges before accepting her real identity. At the age of 14, she alluded that she felt strongly to identify with the male gender compared to the female. Medical Operations were done to her, and she healed well to become a man. Fisch is now married with two sons and a daughter. We Are Universal is an artwork done by the mural celebrating Philadelphians from the Trans, gender non-conforming, and non-binary communities. The mural is created by artist Kah Yangni featuring texts created via a workshop with Morris Home residents. The writings engraved in the image depict a language of unity and a celebration of diversity. "We're Trans, we're survivors, joyful, universal, and we feel rage" is clearly seen in the image. The artist is championing the rights of transgender people and that they are universal. This means that they can do anything from artwork to professional roles effectively.

These writings are meant to identify the transgender community living in Morris Home Residential, Philadelphia. The images engraved in the artwork depict a man wearing a cape and a lady. This is a clear indication that both men and women are subjects to the issue of transgender and that no one should feel inferior. Both of them showcase beautiful smiles, and they seem to be okay. These two are transgender, and they have accepted the way they were born. As one of the largest areas with transgender identity, Philadelphia residents have accepted them in their society. The flowers in the artwork also symbolize the beauty of life when one accepts themself as universal and transgender. The sun depicts that there is life and that being transgender is not the end of life. 

A clear look at the lady depicts her being happy doing an activity while the man appears to be relaxed. It indicates that they are both happy with the kind of life they are leading.

Step 1.b.

Make a brief statement of how your story relates to the piece:

How does telling a story help you understand artwork?

Do you think other viewers would make a similar story or is yours different?

My story is directly related to the artwork in that it depicts a young person born as a transgender person who later accepted their gender and ended up living a normal life...