Project Description
Create 2 non-representational (abstract) compositions that show a wide rage of gray values using only pencil. You cannot use gradients within each shape. They must be continuous values of gray.
Apply more pressure to obtain darker grays and less pressure for lighter gray values. pay attention to detail and craft. Remember no smudging to get the gray.
Materials
• pencil (2H, HB, 2B, 4B,6B)
• 9x6in paper (2)
Process/Schedule
Day one (In-Class)
A. Presentation
Short lecture going over the concept of value, shading techniques, and overview of compositional strategies.
B. Value Scales
Practice your value scales in your sketchbooks. Each value scale should consist of ten levels ranging from black to white. Start by making a grid, then shade each square individually. Be sure to keep the value consistent within each square, and keep the change in value consistent from square to square.
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| 10 Step Value Scale |
C. Compositional Sketches
Once you adapt to using your pencil and it's various pressures, start doing 2" x 3" thumbnails in your sketchbook- at least 4 for each composition (total 8 thumbnails on sketchbook. You will be graded on this. NO AREAS SHOULD BE LEFT BLANK. These are due at the beginning of the next class.
D. Homework
Finish a full page of value scales, and eight 2" x 3" compositional sketches to be turned in at the beginning of class. Along with the full page of value scales, your DETAILED thumbnails will be graded for 50% of your total grade. DUE AT BEGINNING OF CLASS
Final Compositions (DUE AT END OF CLASS) Consult with your teacher via email, and also speak with your fellow students, to select the best two compositions for your final designs. These will be completed on the 6"x9" bristol board. Remember to try and communicate two distinct ideas (this can be an emotion, or anything else you can think of)
Final Compositions (DUE AT END OF CLASS) Consult with your teacher via email, and also speak with your fellow students, to select the best two compositions for your final designs. These will be completed on the 6"x9" bristol board. Remember to try and communicate two distinct ideas (this can be an emotion, or anything else you can think of)
Rubric
Assessment is based on your creativity, composition, craftsmanship, time-management, and the completion of all steps of the process (8 preliminary sketches, 5 value scales, 2 finished compositions). Your final pieces must contain 10 steps in value from black to white.
Due Dates
Lambert's class: Tuesday, October 7th
Samimy's class: Monday, October 8th
Samimy's class: Monday, October 8th
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