ONGOING:
For-Arts-Sake (FAS) sketchbook assignments are due every WEDNESDAY
Illustrate ART Terms for our school art studio [Each Illustration = 1 Sketchbook grade]
Read/Summarize Art-World-News - articles posted on HOME page OR videos posted on FOOD FOR THOUGHT page [Each review = 1 Project grade]
For-Arts-Sake (FAS) sketchbook assignments are due every WEDNESDAY
Illustrate ART Terms for our school art studio [Each Illustration = 1 Sketchbook grade]
Read/Summarize Art-World-News - articles posted on HOME page OR videos posted on FOOD FOR THOUGHT page [Each review = 1 Project grade]
EXAM STUDY GUIDE
To prepare for the exam, review each set of chapter notes you wrote & the chapter tests. The exam will cover chapters 1-9 of Design Principles & Problems.
To prepare for the exam, review each set of chapter notes you wrote & the chapter tests. The exam will cover chapters 1-9 of Design Principles & Problems.
Due 5/20 (initial sketch/layout) 5/27 (finished drawing)
For-Arts-Sake: A view from my window [a 2 week assignment]
Format: using a ruler, define your picture plane with a light pencil line to 7.5" x 9.5" (horizontal or vertical). Choose a comfortable place to work - where you can observe both the interior of a room and exterior landscape. Using the principles of Linear Perspective and Atmospheric Perspective develop a finished drawing that conveys your knowledge/awareness of both "families" of perspective. You have two weeks to work on this piece . . as it will take you multiple sittings to complete this drawing to the best of your abilities - and using all the techniques we've practices over the semester together to convey form and space. We will review your initial sketch/idea this week (5/20) and we will present [do a gallery walk] of your finished drawings in class the following week (5/27).
For-Arts-Sake: A view from my window [a 2 week assignment]
Format: using a ruler, define your picture plane with a light pencil line to 7.5" x 9.5" (horizontal or vertical). Choose a comfortable place to work - where you can observe both the interior of a room and exterior landscape. Using the principles of Linear Perspective and Atmospheric Perspective develop a finished drawing that conveys your knowledge/awareness of both "families" of perspective. You have two weeks to work on this piece . . as it will take you multiple sittings to complete this drawing to the best of your abilities - and using all the techniques we've practices over the semester together to convey form and space. We will review your initial sketch/idea this week (5/20) and we will present [do a gallery walk] of your finished drawings in class the following week (5/27).
Due 5/19
Completed notes in your sketchbook for Chapter 9 - THE THIRD DIMENSION
( begin writing KEY TERMS and definitions from Glossary, then read and outline notes from the text, both written & visual cues )
Completed notes in your sketchbook for Chapter 9 - THE THIRD DIMENSION
( begin writing KEY TERMS and definitions from Glossary, then read and outline notes from the text, both written & visual cues )
Due 5/13
For-Arts-Sake: Practice drawing objects using 2-point Linear Perspective techniques
Format: follow the sequence of steps we practiced in class - start with a horizon line that covers BOTH left and right hand page in your sketchbook (a double-page spread); on the horizon place 2 vanishing points; start each shape/form with a leading edge; draw converging lines from top and bottom, to both left and right vanishing points; drop your verticals all parallel to your leading edge, etc. Draw at least 6 objects - at least 2 of them overlapping - at least 2 of them abutting - at least one leading edge should overlap the horizon line. Using a single light source, add values to the planes (sides) to reveal to the viewer - your light source. Then add cast shadows for each object.
For-Arts-Sake: Practice drawing objects using 2-point Linear Perspective techniques
Format: follow the sequence of steps we practiced in class - start with a horizon line that covers BOTH left and right hand page in your sketchbook (a double-page spread); on the horizon place 2 vanishing points; start each shape/form with a leading edge; draw converging lines from top and bottom, to both left and right vanishing points; drop your verticals all parallel to your leading edge, etc. Draw at least 6 objects - at least 2 of them overlapping - at least 2 of them abutting - at least one leading edge should overlap the horizon line. Using a single light source, add values to the planes (sides) to reveal to the viewer - your light source. Then add cast shadows for each object.
Due 5/11
Completed notes in your sketchbook for Chapter 5 - SPACE
( begin writing KEY TERMS and definitions from Glossary, then read and outline notes from the text, both written & visual cues )
Completed notes in your sketchbook for Chapter 5 - SPACE
( begin writing KEY TERMS and definitions from Glossary, then read and outline notes from the text, both written & visual cues )
Due 5/6
Completed notes in your sketchbook for Chapter 4 - SHAPE & FORM
( begin writing KEY TERMS and definitions from Glossary, then read and outline notes from the text, both written & visual cues )
Completed notes in your sketchbook for Chapter 4 - SHAPE & FORM
( begin writing KEY TERMS and definitions from Glossary, then read and outline notes from the text, both written & visual cues )
Due 5/4
Reminder: in-class Test on Chapters 3, 7, 6 - LINE, VALUE, TEXTURE
Reminder: in-class Test on Chapters 3, 7, 6 - LINE, VALUE, TEXTURE
Due 4/15
Completed notes in your sketchbook for Chapter 6 - TEXTURE
( begin writing KEY TERMS and definitions from Glossary, then read and outline notes from the text, both written & visual cues )
Completed notes in your sketchbook for Chapter 6 - TEXTURE
( begin writing KEY TERMS and definitions from Glossary, then read and outline notes from the text, both written & visual cues )
Due 4/9
Completed notes in your sketchbook for Chapter 7 - VALUE.
( begin writing KEY TERMS and definitions from Glossary, then read and outline notes from the text, both written & visual cues )
Completed notes in your sketchbook for Chapter 7 - VALUE.
( begin writing KEY TERMS and definitions from Glossary, then read and outline notes from the text, both written & visual cues )
Due 4/8
For-Arts-Sake: O P E N - take inspiration from your vacation frolicking, experiment and do whatever it is you want this week.
The only stipulation is that you spend focused time doing it.
For-Arts-Sake: O P E N - take inspiration from your vacation frolicking, experiment and do whatever it is you want this week.
The only stipulation is that you spend focused time doing it.
Due 3/18
For-Arts-Sake: O P E N - in other words, experiment and do whatever it is you want this week.
The only stipulation is that you spend focused time doing it.
For-Arts-Sake: O P E N - in other words, experiment and do whatever it is you want this week.
The only stipulation is that you spend focused time doing it.
Due 2/13
Completed notes in your sketchbook for Chapter 3 - LINE.
( begin writing KEY TERMS and definitions from Glossary, then read and outline notes from the text, both written & visual cues )
Completed notes in your sketchbook for Chapter 3 - LINE.
( begin writing KEY TERMS and definitions from Glossary, then read and outline notes from the text, both written & visual cues )
Due 3/11
For-Arts-Sake: R S V P - the Ranney Literary Publication is looking for artwork to publish on the theme of "H E R O e s & H E R O I N E s" . . working on a 4.25" x 6.25" OR a 6" square picture plane, develop an illustration on this theme - we will photograph your work and submit for consideration.
For-Arts-Sake: R S V P - the Ranney Literary Publication is looking for artwork to publish on the theme of "H E R O e s & H E R O I N E s" . . working on a 4.25" x 6.25" OR a 6" square picture plane, develop an illustration on this theme - we will photograph your work and submit for consideration.
Due 3/5 - [MOVED TO FRIDAY 3/6 and look at email link for review]
Reminder: in-class Test on Chapter 2 - UNIFYING PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN
Reminder: in-class Test on Chapter 2 - UNIFYING PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN
Due 3/4
For-Arts-Sake: O P E N - in other words experiment and do whatever it is you want this week.
The only stipulation is that you spend focused time doing it.
For-Arts-Sake: O P E N - in other words experiment and do whatever it is you want this week.
The only stipulation is that you spend focused time doing it.
Due 2/25
For-Arts-Sake: Consciously - use all those tools/strategies you found helpful in the school art studio this week. Give yourself the advantages that will work in your favor. Select an object (or objects) from home, and create a simple still-life (email me/ask me, if you need some guidance here). Set up your lighting for dramatic purpose. Play with your viewing-angle to make your composition compelling. Format of your picture plane: 4.25" x 6.25".
Similar to your practice this week in class, allow yourself SEVERAL sittings . . experienced, and knowing, that each time we return to a "challenge" we bring new insights that make the job more successful.
Due 2/19 (reminder: because of snow-day this deadline changed to 2/20)
Completed notes in your sketchbook for Chapter 2 - UNIFYING PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN UNIFYING PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN.
( begin writing KEY TERMS and definitions from Glossary, then read and outline notes from the text, both written & visual cues )
Due 2/18
For-Arts-Sake: take inspiration from any of the Elements of Art & Design to create an abstract composition. Begin by drawing a 1" margin in from the edge of page to define your picture plane. You may choose to use any medium/media - color or black/white.
Due 2/11
Reminder: in-class Test on Chapter 1 AWARENESS OF DESI.
The review GAME we played in class is here
Due 2/9
Read 2 articles on the HOME page of my website, they are:
1 Walter Liedtke, Curator at Metropolitan Museum
2 The Art of Slowing Down in a Museum
Due 2/5
Reminder to complete notes in your sketchbook for the second half of chapter 1 AWARENESS OF DESIGN
Due 2/3
Please bring your sketchbook and Design Principles and Problems book to class - with (1) your notes for chapter 1 AWARENESS OF DESIGN, including ALL of the key terms defined, and just up to page 15 where Fine Art and Applied Arts begins. And (2) your completed first sketchbook assignment.
Due 1/30
Please bring your sketchbook and your Design Principles and Problems book to class. We will work on developing notes for Chapter 1 - AWARENESS OF DESIGN in class.
Also, if you haven't already, (one last reminder) to bring your SUMMER ASSIGNMENTS to class
