Create an abstract representation of a significant day in your life.
http://www.moma.org/learn/moma_learning/themes/abstract-expressionism/the-processes-and-materials-of-abstract-expressionist-painting
1. Define the Problem: (write it, along with the parameters at the top of your page)
You are challenged to create a work of art that is an abstract representation of a significant day in your life
a. you must use abstract forms
b. you must use color symbolism
c. you must use one of the techniques we learned in class
you can use more than one
2. Brainstorm
3. Make a Decision
4. Collect References
5. Refine your References
6. Start exploring what you will do and what it will look like
7. Make a Decision
8. Make it!
http://www.moma.org/learn/moma_learning/themes/abstract-expressionism/the-processes-and-materials-of-abstract-expressionist-painting
1. Define the Problem: (write it, along with the parameters at the top of your page)
You are challenged to create a work of art that is an abstract representation of a significant day in your life
a. you must use abstract forms
b. you must use color symbolism
c. you must use one of the techniques we learned in class
you can use more than one
2. Brainstorm
- Start by thinking of significant days in your life, begin by pulling out key words
- choose at least 2 topics that you feel strongly about
- Create a simple mind map using free association and borrowed ideas
- Refine your list
3. Make a Decision
- Choose which images or symbols have the greatest resonance within you.
4. Collect References
- Begin looking for references that are related to your color schemes.
- Begin looking for references that are related to your artistic style.
5. Refine your References
- Choose the references that you will use in your work, and print or make them easily accessible
6. Start exploring what you will do and what it will look like
- Make at least 4 sketches using the colors you will be using
- Make notes
- Include media and technique explorations
7. Make a Decision
- Choose your best ideas and get ready to create!
8. Make it!