Become Someone Else | Tameka Norris | The Art Assignment

The video explores Tameka Norris's artistic journey, focusing on her use of identity and self-expression in art. It introduces an art assignment encouraging viewers to transform into a different version of themselves, inspired by artists like Adrian Piper and Cindy Sherman. The video discusses the impact of physical appearance on identity and the concept of alter egos in art.

What was Tameka Norris's initial career aspiration before becoming a multimedia artist?

• Painter

• Rapper

• Dancer

• Photographer

What is the significance of the name 'Micah Gene' in Tameka's work?

• It represents a future version of herself.

• It is a fictional character she created.

• It combines her first and middle names.

• It is the name of her favorite artist.

What is the main task Tameka assigns to the audience?

• Write a poem

• Create a painting

• Become someone else

• Perform a dance

Why does Tameka emphasize not becoming someone you know?

• It is more interesting to become a different version of yourself.

• It helps in understanding others better.

• It is easier to imitate a celebrity.

• It is a requirement for the assignment.

Which artist is known for creating the 'Mythic Being'?

• Adrian Piper

• Marcel Duchamp

• Andy Warhol

• Cindy Sherman

What does Tameka suggest can incite an internal shift?

• Listening to music

• Changing your hairstyle

• Wearing a new outfit

• A small gesture in physical appearance

What did Tameka do to explore a different identity during a grocery shopping trip?

• Changed her hairstyle

• Wore a costume

• Spoke in a different accent

• Bound her chest and wore a mustache