Michelangelo Buonarroti
Explore this site dedicated to one of the world's most gifted artists. Write a short essay describing how conflict influenced Michelangelo at each stage of his artistic career. Do you think that conflict is necessary for the production of great work? Defend your opinion in your essay.

Exploring the Sistine Chapel Ceiling
Michelangelo's paintings on the Sistine Chapel ceiling have recently been restored. This site contains many before-and-after photographs showing the restoration. Click Exploring the layout of the Ceiling, then click around the map to zoom in on the panels. How would you describe the unique qualities of this work to a friend? Write a letter describing the most compelling panels from your tour.