Expectations for all sketchbook assignments are to spend a focused, undistracted hour drawing the assignment.(an unfinished drawing is acceptable as long as the time is spent.) Assignment is given on Monday and due by Friday. Begin with basic shapes and "sculpt" the details to bring it to completion.
Make sure to write the date you turned it in on the back along with a word or two about what the assignment was.
If for some reason you misplace your sketchbook, do the assignment on white paper and turn it in. We can put it in your sketchbook at a later date.
Late work is accepted but drops a letter grade every school day that it is late. Do your best work and have fun!
Foundations- Choose any 3 objects from either photo reference or observation. Draw them so that they partially overlap each other and appear to be 10 yards apart from each other. Demonstration will happen on Tuesday.
Pop Art- Find a leaf and draw it for one hour. Use the same process we always do, beginning with basic shapes and take the drawing as far as you to completion.
Middle School Exploratory- Draw any two objects (that have no text on them) from photo reference. As always, same process beginning with basic shapes, centerline and construction lines.
Monday, September 30, 2019
Thursday, September 26, 2019
Monday, September 23, 2019
Pop Art- Yearbook cover contest
We will be creating entries for the 2020-2021 Yearbook Cover Contest. There is no specific theme for the image except that it needs to have a positive message and be school-appropriate. We will incorporate minimal text which can be FRS or Frontier Regional School as well as 2020-2021. I recommend you consider embracing the circumstances we are in right now with the pandemic and the fact that this school year will be different than any other. Is there a clever way to address this in your design?
The full color finish will be 11 x 17 and will be dessigned as a wraparound image, meaning that a single image will be used for the back and front cover. Think of it like the right half of the page will be the front cover and the left half, the back cover.
We will begin by creating a minimum of three different thumbnail sketches and utilizing photo references for all elements. We will be using watercolor as the medium for this full color finished piece. If you have other media at home that you would like to incorporate, we can discuss that as well.
Finished work is due on TBA and will be voted on by seniors only. The winner will have their work on the cover of the yearbook and will receive a complimentary copy
The full color finish will be 11 x 17 and will be dessigned as a wraparound image, meaning that a single image will be used for the back and front cover. Think of it like the right half of the page will be the front cover and the left half, the back cover.
We will begin by creating a minimum of three different thumbnail sketches and utilizing photo references for all elements. We will be using watercolor as the medium for this full color finished piece. If you have other media at home that you would like to incorporate, we can discuss that as well.
Finished work is due on TBA and will be voted on by seniors only. The winner will have their work on the cover of the yearbook and will receive a complimentary copy
Sketchbook assignments Due Sept 27th
Expectations for all sketchbook assignments are to spend a focused, undistracted hour drawing the assignment.(an unfinished drawing is acceptable as long as the time is spent.) Assignment is given on Monday and due by Friday. Begin with basic shapes and "sculpt" the details to bring it to completion.
Make sure to write the date you turned it in on the back along with a word or two about what the assignment was.
If for some reason you misplace your sketchbook, do the assignment on white paper and turn it in. We can put it in your sketchbook at a later date.
Late work is accepted but drops a letter grade every school day that it is late. Do your best work and have fun!
Foundations- Choose a simple object to draw that has both a smooth and rough texture as well as at least two values. Begin the same way we always do and practice rendering the surfaces of the object. Some examples of what may be strong choices would be a pair of sunglasses or even a water bottle. Remember that even if an object appears to be black or white it is not one flat value.
Texture- degree of roughness or smoothness of an object, can be tactile or visual
Value- the degree of lightness or darkness of an object
Drawing and Painting- Choose an object(one with no text on it) to draw from observation and demonstrate at least 6 different values. Make this assignment easier by finding a subject that possesses a wide variety of values. Something as simple as a brick wall could work well if you look carefully.
Make sure to write the date you turned it in on the back along with a word or two about what the assignment was.
If for some reason you misplace your sketchbook, do the assignment on white paper and turn it in. We can put it in your sketchbook at a later date.
Late work is accepted but drops a letter grade every school day that it is late. Do your best work and have fun!
Foundations- Choose a simple object to draw that has both a smooth and rough texture as well as at least two values. Begin the same way we always do and practice rendering the surfaces of the object. Some examples of what may be strong choices would be a pair of sunglasses or even a water bottle. Remember that even if an object appears to be black or white it is not one flat value.
Texture- degree of roughness or smoothness of an object, can be tactile or visual
Value- the degree of lightness or darkness of an object
Drawing and Painting- Choose an object(one with no text on it) to draw from observation and demonstrate at least 6 different values. Make this assignment easier by finding a subject that possesses a wide variety of values. Something as simple as a brick wall could work well if you look carefully.
Wednesday, September 18, 2019
Ceramics- Coils
The second of the three basic techniques we will explore is coils. A demonstration will be done in class and examples will be provided. Essentially this process is to roll clay into snake-like shapes that create constructions with them.
Begin the same way we did with pinch pots (and will with every project) by sketching your concepts, get them approved and then build. Each of the 3 pieces need to be built primarily using the coil technique but additional sculpting can be done as well. Each piece needs to be approximately 6" x 6" and must include an element of a theme that you choose. For example, if you choose reptiles one piece could have a reptilian texture, the second could be a different reptile made from coils etc... Photo reference is required for each and must be utilized and available on your chrome book at all times. Watch the following for some examples:
Follow the same process in creating your work and reference the board for reminders if you need them.
Work hard and have fun!
Begin the same way we did with pinch pots (and will with every project) by sketching your concepts, get them approved and then build. Each of the 3 pieces need to be built primarily using the coil technique but additional sculpting can be done as well. Each piece needs to be approximately 6" x 6" and must include an element of a theme that you choose. For example, if you choose reptiles one piece could have a reptilian texture, the second could be a different reptile made from coils etc... Photo reference is required for each and must be utilized and available on your chrome book at all times. Watch the following for some examples:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ildSX_0Myc
Follow the same process in creating your work and reference the board for reminders if you need them.
Work hard and have fun!
Ceramics 2 Mesopotamia
Mesopotamia, the "land between" the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, which would now be in the region of Syria, is the focus for the second project. . In approximately 6000 BC, pottery known as Halaf pottery was known for it’s smooth surface and often used a very limited palette of both red and black pigments. (distinctive blues were used as this period of art evolved)
Students will, again, follow links provided on the blog and research this period in time and look at the traits of this work including not only the smooth surfaces but the the use of animals as a theme for both utilitarian work as well as aesthetic creations. References of three different animals will be gathered and students will create three different pieces. The wheel will be an option for students to utilize in the creation of these pieces. Artwork may be produced in any form from sculpture to a bowl or plate. Each piece must be 6x6 inches or larger.
Alternate assignment will be to investigate and create a foot tall free-standing Lamassu, which were known to be mythical guardians in animal form with human heads. Students will investigate the treasures of Ur which will provide many examples of animal subjects, color pallets and designs.
Please read assigned links above and leave a comment with initial thoughts for how you want to proceed with the project you have chosen. (comment will not automatically appear so please send only once) Yes, the comment is required.
Monday, September 16, 2019
Sketchbooks due by 9/20
Expectations for all sketchbook assignments are to spend a focused, undistracted hour drawing the assignment.(an unfinished drawing is acceptable as long as the time is spent.) Assignment is given on Monday and due by Friday. Begin with basic shapes and "sculpt" the details to bring it to completion.
Make sure to write the date you turned it in on the back along with a word or two about what the assignment was.
Late work is accepted but drops a letter grade every school day that it is late. Do your best work and have fun!
Foundations- Draw two objects of your choice from photo reference. One should include geometric lines and the other, organic lines. Begin with basic shapes and "sculpt" the details to bring it to completion.
Middle School exploratory- Draw any object of your choice from either photo reference or observation.
Pop Art- Draw any two of the following tools using photo reference; scissors, hammer, wrench, saw, screwdriver
Make sure to write the date you turned it in on the back along with a word or two about what the assignment was.
Late work is accepted but drops a letter grade every school day that it is late. Do your best work and have fun!
Foundations- Draw two objects of your choice from photo reference. One should include geometric lines and the other, organic lines. Begin with basic shapes and "sculpt" the details to bring it to completion.
Middle School exploratory- Draw any object of your choice from either photo reference or observation.
Pop Art- Draw any two of the following tools using photo reference; scissors, hammer, wrench, saw, screwdriver
Friday, September 13, 2019
Foundations- Line
We will continue practicing the basic shape method and for this assignment focus on line.
Begin by finding a photo reference of a pair of shoes (with no text on it) on your chrome book. You will need this image for at least this week and probably into next so either save it or the link for easy use.
Draw these two objects beginning the same way as we have learned, by breaking them down with the biggest basic shapes first, center line and then drawing the additional elelements. Check in with Mr. Purcell for approval before details or shading.
This will be a pen and ink drawing so when you get to the point that you are adding details please do not shade in and blend as we will talk about pen and ink techniques and do demonstrations.
There will be no "easy" choices so choose footwear that you think will be fun and do your best work.
Line- the path of a moving point through space
Begin by finding a photo reference of a pair of shoes (with no text on it) on your chrome book. You will need this image for at least this week and probably into next so either save it or the link for easy use.
Draw these two objects beginning the same way as we have learned, by breaking them down with the biggest basic shapes first, center line and then drawing the additional elelements. Check in with Mr. Purcell for approval before details or shading.
This will be a pen and ink drawing so when you get to the point that you are adding details please do not shade in and blend as we will talk about pen and ink techniques and do demonstrations.
There will be no "easy" choices so choose footwear that you think will be fun and do your best work.
Line- the path of a moving point through space
Tuesday, September 10, 2019
MIDDLE SCHOOL photo reference
Please click on the link below and use the large image on top as your photo reference for our drawing that we will begin in class.
Step one is the same as we have been doing in class, draw a centerline and break the object down into accurate basic shapes. Draw lightly and use your whole arm.
NO details or shading...yet
https://pixabay.com/photos/isolated-rainbow-trout-freshwater-2350400/
Step one is the same as we have been doing in class, draw a centerline and break the object down into accurate basic shapes. Draw lightly and use your whole arm.
NO details or shading...yet
https://pixabay.com/photos/isolated-rainbow-trout-freshwater-2350400/
Monday, September 9, 2019
Elements and Principles Of Art
Value- the degree of lightness or darkness of an object
Line- the path of a moving point through space
Shape- 2d area that is either organic or geometric. Has height and width but no depth
Form- objects that have three dimensions
Color- derived from reflected light. Has three properties: Hue- names of the colors, Value- lightness or darkness Intensity- purity of the hue or chrome
Texture- degree of roughness or smoothness of an object, can be tactile or visual
Space- referring to the emptiness or area between, around or within objects
Principles Of Art
Balance- the concern of equalizing or balancing visual forces or elements in a work of art
Movement- to create the look and feeling of action and guide the viewer’s eye through the work of art
Rhythm- Indicating movement by repetition of elements or objects
Pattern- two dimensional decorative visual repetition, pattern has no movement
Emphasis- making one part of a work dominant over the other parts
Contrast- Referring to the placement of opposites near one another. This creates visual interest, drama and/or excitement
Unity- sense of wholeness in a work of art achieved through effective use of elements and principles of art. Unity utilizes proximity, repetition and simplicity
sketchbook assignments due by 9/13
Expectations for all sketchbook assignments are to spend a focused, undistracted hour drawing the assignment.(an unfinished drawing is acceptable as long as the time is spent.) Assignment is given on Monday and due by Friday. Begin with basic shapes and "sculpt" the details to bring it to completion. Late work is accepted but drops a letter grade every school day that it is late. Do your best work and have fun!
Foundations- Draw an object of your choice from photo reference. Begin with basic shapes and "sculpt" the details to bring it to completion.
D&P- Choose any two different objects from observation or photo reference and draw them overlapping.
Begin with basic shapes and "sculpt" the details to bring it to completion.
Foundations- Draw an object of your choice from photo reference. Begin with basic shapes and "sculpt" the details to bring it to completion.
D&P- Choose any two different objects from observation or photo reference and draw them overlapping.
Begin with basic shapes and "sculpt" the details to bring it to completion.
Tuesday, September 3, 2019
POP ART- Jim Dine
Jim Dine was a significant artist in the Pop Art movement and created a wide variety of work using many different subjects as well as media.
We will focus on using everyday tools as the subject and rendering with a limited palette of reds. Your acrylic palette may consist of red, along with black, and white to tint and shade as well as green (used minimally) to desaturate.
Begin by reading the link below as well as viewing the second link below to give you a strong sense of the breadth of his work.
Find photo references or use real common tools to create an interesting composition by creating at least 3 different thumbnail sketches. You must use a minimum of 5 different tools. We will use charcoal on red paper to create a monochrome finished piece.
"jim dine" gardening tools pop art
http://www.theartstory.org/artist-dine-jim.htm
monochromatic- of or having one color.
media- (usually used with a plural verb) the means ofcommunication, as radio and television,newspapers, magazines, and the Internet, thatreach or influence people widely:
Pop Art is a style of art which explores the everyday imagery that is so much a part of contemporary consumer culture. Common sources of imagery include advertisements, consumer product packaging, celebrity photographs, and comic strips.
We will focus on using everyday tools as the subject and rendering with a limited palette of reds. Your acrylic palette may consist of red, along with black, and white to tint and shade as well as green (used minimally) to desaturate.
Begin by reading the link below as well as viewing the second link below to give you a strong sense of the breadth of his work.
Find photo references or use real common tools to create an interesting composition by creating at least 3 different thumbnail sketches. You must use a minimum of 5 different tools. We will use charcoal on red paper to create a monochrome finished piece.
http://www.theartstory.org/artist-dine-jim.htm
monochromatic- of or having one color.
of, relating to, or having tones of one color inaddition to the ground hue:
monochromatic pottery.Optics. pertaining to light of one color or toradiation of a single wavelength or narrow rangeof wavelengths.
Pop Art is a style of art which explores the everyday imagery that is so much a part of contemporary consumer culture. Common sources of imagery include advertisements, consumer product packaging, celebrity photographs, and comic strips.
Ceramics- Vocab
Ceramics Vocab
Leather hard- Clay that is still dark in color, cool to the touch because some moisture still remains. The clay pieces will support their own weight without sagging.
Bleach test- This test is used to determine a critical stage in the drying of greenware. If a dab of water darkens the surface of the clay it may no longer be joined or repaired.
Bone dry- the completely dry state the clay must reach before bisqu (first) firing.
Bisque firing- This is the first firing. Clay is fired at cone 05. After this firing the clay is sturdy, not workable, not recyclable and still porous. The clay pieces must be glazed to finish their surfaces.
Glaze firing- Kiln firing in which glazes are melted to form a smooth glass-like surface.
Glazes- Glazes often appear dull and one must pay attention to the color swatches, NOT the color as it appears in it's unfired condition because as intense heat is applied in the glaze firing, the chemicals react to create each glaze's unique properties of transparency, color, texture and gloss. Underglazes have a matte finish, overglazes have a gloss finish.
Kiln- The well insulated oven used to fire ceramics pieces. Our kiln is electric.
Wedging- A process where the clay is "kneaded" to remove air bubbles and to work the clay into a consistent tecture and mositure suitable for working. This process requires patience and practice.
Slurry- Very soft clay used for joining leatherhard sections of clay together.
Scratching and slurrying- The technique of marking the clay pieces in a criss cross pattern with a pin tool to prepare them for joining with slurry.
Foot- the base of a ceramics piece
Rib- a wide flat hand held tool with a straight or curved edge. Made of metal, wood or rubber. It is used to smooth and shape clay surfaces.
Bleach test- This test is used to determine a critical stage in the drying of greenware. If a dab of water darkens the surface of the clay it may no longer be joined or repaired.
Bone dry- the completely dry state the clay must reach before bisqu (first) firing.
Bisque firing- This is the first firing. Clay is fired at cone 05. After this firing the clay is sturdy, not workable, not recyclable and still porous. The clay pieces must be glazed to finish their surfaces.
Glaze firing- Kiln firing in which glazes are melted to form a smooth glass-like surface.
Glazes- Glazes often appear dull and one must pay attention to the color swatches, NOT the color as it appears in it's unfired condition because as intense heat is applied in the glaze firing, the chemicals react to create each glaze's unique properties of transparency, color, texture and gloss. Underglazes have a matte finish, overglazes have a gloss finish.
Kiln- The well insulated oven used to fire ceramics pieces. Our kiln is electric.
Wedging- A process where the clay is "kneaded" to remove air bubbles and to work the clay into a consistent tecture and mositure suitable for working. This process requires patience and practice.
Slurry- Very soft clay used for joining leatherhard sections of clay together.
Scratching and slurrying- The technique of marking the clay pieces in a criss cross pattern with a pin tool to prepare them for joining with slurry.
Foot- the base of a ceramics piece
Rib- a wide flat hand held tool with a straight or curved edge. Made of metal, wood or rubber. It is used to smooth and shape clay surfaces.
Ceramics 2- Paleolithic Age
The era of 35,000- 7,000 BC was known for it’s variety of man’s attempts to embody abstract and intangible concepts. The first project will focus students of the concept of Goddess. These are commonly referred to as Venus and often are constructed with exaggerated shapes. Students will follow the Frontier Visual Art Blog and follow the links to begin researching this era and the various incarnations that exist. Once students answer questions on the blog they will move on to begin sketching concepts which they will ultimately build and glaze. This first project reiterates basic drawing techniques which will be used in every project throughout this class. Students will be asked to follow the same process of documentation for each project as they did in Ceramics I. Students will create three different Goddesses and begin each piece by creating a sketch of their initial concept beginning with basic shapes and “sculpting” the details from that foundation. Find photo references of some items that these figures may have worn when sketching. Keep images saved so that you can refer to them. When this drawing is complete, begin the construction of the work with white clay.
Begin your research here:
http://www.ancient-origins.net/ancient-places-europe/venus-figurines-european-paleolithic-era-001548
answer the following questions and send through the blog in the comments ( your comment will not automatically pop up so just send once please)
1. What was one of the most likely that the shape of the figures symbolized?
2. What kinds of garments would the figures wear?
Begin your research here:
http://www.ancient-origins.net/ancient-places-europe/venus-figurines-european-paleolithic-era-001548
answer the following questions and send through the blog in the comments ( your comment will not automatically pop up so just send once please)
1. What was one of the most likely that the shape of the figures symbolized?
2. What kinds of garments would the figures wear?
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