family
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 a representation of your family using value and shading to achieve an interesting and unique artwork.
a. you must demonstrate your understanding of value
b. you must think of a way to visually represent your family or culture
c. you must use one of the techniques we learned in class (Hard edge values, Atmospheric Perspective or Shading a Form) you can use more than one
2. Solution Finding
Choose 2 prompts to explore:
Think of all the family members who have been influential in your life. Write a poem dedicated to someone or a group of people who played a large part in helping you become the person you are
Where are you in the family tree? Are you the oldest, middle, youngest, or an only child? Write an essay explaining the advantages of your special position in the family. Or write an essay explaining which position you would prefer to be and why.
Describe a time you and your sibling(s) did something and had to agree to "not tell mom and dad."
Think of a time you were on a car trip with your family and describe the trip. Think about the demeanor of those in the car, the things you did to pass the time, the scenery, the car itself and more.
What objects represent your family/culture?
What images come to mind?
Could you use shapes and colors represent your family?
What brings you together?
Does your family have a family tradition?
Do you have any family heirlooms or something that has been passed down?
Is there another way of representing family/culture besides faces?
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!
You are challenged to create a work of art that is a representation of your family using value and shading to achieve an interesting and unique artwork.
a. you must demonstrate your understanding of value
b. you must think of a way to visually represent your family or culture
c. you must use one of the techniques we learned in class (Hard edge values, Atmospheric Perspective or Shading a Form) you can use more than one
2. Solution Finding
Choose 2 prompts to explore:
Think of all the family members who have been influential in your life. Write a poem dedicated to someone or a group of people who played a large part in helping you become the person you are
Where are you in the family tree? Are you the oldest, middle, youngest, or an only child? Write an essay explaining the advantages of your special position in the family. Or write an essay explaining which position you would prefer to be and why.
Describe a time you and your sibling(s) did something and had to agree to "not tell mom and dad."
Think of a time you were on a car trip with your family and describe the trip. Think about the demeanor of those in the car, the things you did to pass the time, the scenery, the car itself and more.
What objects represent your family/culture?
What images come to mind?
Could you use shapes and colors represent your family?
What brings you together?
Does your family have a family tradition?
Do you have any family heirlooms or something that has been passed down?
Is there another way of representing family/culture besides faces?
- Start by looking and thinking about your family or culture and choose 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 subject matter.
- 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
- Make notes
- Include media and technique explorations
7. Make a Decision
- Choose your best ideas and get ready to create!
8. Make it!