"Women's Work"

In the article that I chose, there are many things to consider when deciphering the tone of the article. Some of those things would be how the author actually feels about what he's writing about as well as his appreciaition for the exhibit as a whole. The tone is very enthusiastic as well as optimistic about the works in the show. His mention of the fact that the show includes some painting and sculpture but the mediums that dominate are photography and video makes it a lot easier for him to describe what is actually going on in the exhibit. It is obvious in his wording that this was exciting for him and that he thouroghly enjoyed writing the article on his experience at this art exhibit. The structure is also very well read. He includes a picture on the first page of the article as an example of what these women are showing. The photo is of two women in a photobooth making faces like they're screaming, laughing, smiling, and basically jut having an all around good time. There is a part of the article where the author is very serious, yet still has a sense of humor and that is when he mentions one of the females videos, it is of herself hoola hooping with barbed wire as a form of punishment for herself. The author says that he wishes she wouldn't, meaning he is sympathetic, yet understands her reasoning behind doing such a thing. There really isn't any order to the article, it's more of a personal experience than anything else. As far as the diction is concerned, the choice of words are very precise. When describing something to an audience that they may or may not have seen, he does so very well. He makes a point to say that the women are all from many different backgrounds, ethnicity and so on, as well as describing a few pieces in such depth that I could actually visualize them in my head. There aren't really any cliches in the writing, it's mainly just a description and appreciation of women's art. There is a very strong voice throughout the whole thing. It is quite certain that the author enjoyed his time at the exhibit, really thinks that it was great, and it really shows in his words. The point of the article is that feminism isn't just something that makes women "hate men" but it's a lifestyle. It's dead set on getting the reader to really see that these women are talented and use it to the best extent possible. Overall, I enjoyed the article and appreciated what the author had to say.