1. PRESSURE CONTROL * consistent pressure * series of values
2. SHADE SMOOTHLY * dull your pencil * avoid writing grip on pencil = overhand grip, pivot with elbow + shoulder * eliminate gaps
3. UNDERSTANDING LIGHT * where to correctly add light * white base for still life (for reflected light) * SHADOWS: 1. CAST shadows 2. CORE shadows * LIGHT : 1. REFLECTED - Core light 2. DIRECT - High-lights
STEPS: 1. Pick 2 objects (preferably juxtaposed) that will morph into one another, print reference images 2. Sketch out 4 morphing thumbnail ideas 3. To begin your final drawing, TACK out where the 4 images will be (EQUAL SIZE + SPACING) 4. Draw FIRST image accordingly. Using 3 tools simultaneously (eraser + pencil + qtip to blend), use 3 tips from demo (shadow + light); write tips on back of drawing 5. Draw LAST image second 6. Peer crit 7. Draw 2nd image 8. Peer crit 9. Draw 4th image 10. Class crit
CRUCIAL TIPS: * make sure each image is the same size- remember you want them to flow and be cohesive... * "Draw what you see, not what you think you see * really think of the anatomy/form while you are drawing * remember: VALUE (the range from Light -> Dark) is what creates a realistic drawing
What in nature aesthetically reflects something manmade?
How does varied line quality MAKE something appear realistic?
Learning Objectives: Students will-
Pick one living thing (plant, animal, insect etc.) and realistically depict it morphing into a manmade object (tool, hardware, electronic device etc.) OR VICE VERSA
Comprehend and practice value, form and line using graphite/colored pencils
Practice varied line quality
Terms: Drawing Morphing: is a special effect in motion pictures and animations that change (or morphs) one image or shape into another through a seamless transition. Value: the lightness or darkness of a color or shade. Contrast: the degree of difference between tones. Composition: the act of combining parts or elements to form a whole. Constraints: the materials used to create art
Constraints:
Drawing paper
Graphite (Hb-B)
Colored pencils
Erasers
Image references
(above) My drawing morphing from high school!
PEER CRIT 1: 1. are the images all the same size? 2. how are the values? 3. how are the lines/mark making techniques? 4. what can be added/taken away? 5. is it clean? CRIT 2: 1. are the transitions smooth from object to object? 2. what can be added from 1st image to 2nd image to make it smoother? 3. are the images realistic? 4. are the images clean ( no unnecessary lines, smudges etc.) 5. does the morphing flow? Why/how? If no, what are some suggestions?
FINAL CRITIQUE:
1. What emotion does this piece convey? 2. What works well about this piece? 3. What does the subject remind you of? 4. What element of art do you see that is executed very well (shape, form, texture, space, color, value) 5. Does the mark making give away details on how the piece was executed ( erratic movement, slow, controlled etc.) 6. How are the CORE shadows? 7. How is the artists composition? 8. What can be added to the piece to enhance it? 9. Does the subject matter jive with the medium used? 10. What song does this remind you of? 11. Think of a story that this piece of art reminds you of.... 12. How does the technique aid the pieces emotion? 13. What is the first word you think of when you see this piece? 14. Do the images have enough value? 15. How are the CAST SHADOWS 16. Do you see pressure control? 17. Are they showing the 2 types of light (DIRECT/REFLECTED)?