Wednesday, November 8, 2017

November Art Updates

Grade 9 art students have finished up their first art project.  In this unit they learned two techniques to use for creating representational portraits - proportions and the grid technique.  They used both of these in short exercises with a selfie they took during class.
They chose the technique that they preferred and created a full, B4-sized portrait in pencil.  They then developed their work using 2B, 4B, and 6B pencils to add value to the features of their subject - shadows, textures, and other details.  They did an excellent job of developing gradual tone in their drawings.

They are currently beginning another portrait; however, students will be working with mixed media in this piece and may choose to work with a different style if they like.  They began by choosing papers which they cut and collaged into their sketchbooks.  They will be using drawing, painting, printing, and even sewing to explore the effects they can get when working with multiple materials.