Thursday, December 11, 2014

Pop Art Final

 CHOOSE AN ARTIST FROM THE POP ART MOVEMENT (WHO YOU HAVE NOT EXPLORED YET) AND GET IT APPROVED BY MR. P.
  WE WILL EXPLORE SEQUENTIAL ART BY CREATING A COMIC BOOK PAGE THAT ACTS AS A BIOGRAPHY, USING THE ARTIST AS THE NARRARATOR. THE PAGE WILL CONSIST OF AT LEAST FIVE PANELS AND EXPLORE THE FOLLOWING: WHERE WAS THE ARTIST BORN? WHAT KIND OF TRAINING DID THEY HAVE? WHAT WERE THEY BEST KNOWN FOR? WAS THERE ANY SPECIFIC EVENT IN THEIR CAREER THAT WAS IMPORTANT OR PIVOTAL? AN EXAMPLE OF THEIR WORK THAT BEST REPRESENTS WHAT THEY ARE KNOWN FOR. THE PAGE SHOULD BE RENDERED IN BLACK AND WHITE ON 11 X 17 BRISTOL BOARD WITH TEXT GENERATED DIGITALLY ON WORD AND PASTED ON TO YOUR ORIGINAL ART. (REMEMBER TO PLAN ON LEAVING SPACE FOR TEXT WHEN DEVELOPING YOUR THUMBNAIL SKETCHES.)
THE FINISHED PAGE WILL BE GRADED ON THE CONTENT’S ACCURACY AND THE CLARITY OF THE NARRATIVE.
 PRESENTATION 10% ARTWORK 50% WRITING 40%


No late work or emailed papers will be accepted.  Please do your work ahead of time to avoid printers running out ink, breaking, dog's eating etc...

Wednesday, December 10, 2014

Advanced Art final



What is art? An often difficult question to answer, especially in contemporary work. Look at the following three artists and choose two pieces of each of their work. Louise Nevelson, Bridget Riley and Elizabeth Murray. Make a color copy of the pieces (6 total) or find a color copy in a publication and bring them for your presentation.
Choose the element and principle that you feel is best represented by each artist in their work and describe how they have utilized them in their work. (no repeats, asign two to each artist) Do you see meaning or value in these artists' work? What is is it? What do you respond to and why? Base your opinions on facts, not subjective likes and dislikes.
Have fun!

Final will be 20% of your final grade.  Typed papers and images must be printed and ready to hand it at the time of presentation.  No late papers or emailed papers will be accepted.  Do not wait until the last minute to avoid the printer running out of ink or breaking etc...

Foundations Final Project




 FINAL PROJECTS WILL BE PRESENTED DURING THE EXAM BLOCK.
WRITE (AND TYPE) A 2 PAGE (OR MORE) DOUBLE SPACED PAPER ON AN ARTIST OF YOUR CHOICE. THE ARTIST MUST BE APPROVED BY MR. P BEFORE YOU BEGIN. THE ARTIST CAN BE FROM ANY ERA AND WORK WITH ANY MEDIUM AS LONG AS THEY HAVE CONTRIBUTED TO THE ART WORLD IN A SIGNIFICANT WAY. (PLEASE AVOID WRITING A PAPER ABOUT AN UNCLE WHO LIKES TO PAINT ETC…) YOUR PAPER SHOULD EXPLAIN THE ART MOVEMENT(S)/PERIOD THE ARTIST WAS INVOLVED IN, THEIR BACKGROUND/HISTORY AND TRAINING, AND WHAT MAKES THEIR WORK SIGNIFICANT IN THE ART WORLD. DISCUSS WHY YOU CHOSE THIS ARTIST AND FIND OUT ABOUT THEIR CREATIVE PROCESS; WHAT SIZE WAS THEIR WORK, HOW DID THEY GO ABOUT CREATING THEIR WORK, WHAT KIND OF SUBJECTS DID HE OR SHE WORK WITH? PLEASE INCLUDE A WORKS CITED PAGE.
PART TWO IS TO ACCOMPANY YOUR PAPER WITH A FULL COLOR WATERCOLOR PORTRAIT OF YOUR ARTIST. UTILIZE THE FOUR TECHNIQUES THAT WE LEARNED IN CLASS. (WET ON WET, WET ON DRY, DRY ON DRY AND DRY ON WET) IF YOUR ARTIST IS FROM A LONG AGO ERA AND BLACK AND WHITE IMAGES ARE ALL YOU CAN FIND, PLEASE USE YOUR CREATIVITY TO BRING FULL COLOR TO THIS INDIVIDUAL.
PRESENTATIONS WILL BE BRIEF BUT SHOULD PRESENT TO THE CLASS AS THOUGH NO ONE HAS ANY PRIOR KNOWLEDGE OF THE ARTIST. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO READ THE PAPER BUT GIVE A WELL THOUGHT THROUGH SYNOPSIS ALONG WITH THE IMAGE. (IT WILL BE HELPFUL TO WRITE AN OUTLINE) YOU WILL LIKELY BE ASKED SOME BASIC QUESTIONS AS WELL SO MAKE SURE YOU KNOW YOUR TOPIC.
 DO NOT USE WIKIPEDIA AND DO NOT PLAGIARISE IN ANY WAY AS IT WILL RESULT IN A ZERO.
Papers need to be ready to hand in at the time of presentation.  Late papers (or emailed papers) will not be accepted.
THIS PROJECT COUNTS FOR 20% OF YOUR GRADE! PAPER-60% FULL COLOR IMAGE 30% PRESENTATION-10%

Ceramics Final Project

CERAMICS FINAL PROJECT
PART 1
 2 page paper about an artist of your choice who works in 3D. Paper is double spaced, listing all sources. Research the artist’s background and their body of work. What are they known for, their training, what medium do they work in, what are their influences…? Please bring in at least one full color image of their work to show the class so everyone leaves learning something about each student’s subject. No use of Wikipedia and no plagiarism of any kind.


PART 2 GROUP PROJECT Students will choose a group to work with which could be their entire table or you could switch things up as long as you have a total of 3 people in your group. As a class, we will choose a topic and then each group will create a set of pieces that explores a sub category of that topic. For example, if the class votes on ZOO as the topic, one group could choose arctic animals, another could choose reptiles, another insects etc… Your work should include some kind of environment for your subjects to inhabit.


These two topics are independent of one another and do not need to relate in any way.  Papers need to be typed and ready to be handed in at the time of presentation.  Late papers (or emailed papers) will not be accepted.


Group project-50% of final project grade Paper-40% of final project grade Presentation-10% of final project grade FINAL PROJECT IS 20% OF YOUR FINAL GRADE HAVE FUN WITH THIS PROJECT!







































































Monday, October 27, 2014

Pop Art- Color Theory. Response due by Halloween (no tricks)


http://changingminds.org/disciplines/communication/color_effect.htm
Please read this and choose two popular establishments and identify why they use the colors that they do to "brand" their business.

Friday, October 17, 2014

2014-2015 Junior Duck Stamp Contest

http://www.fws.gov/juniorduck/ArtContest.htm

Tuesday, September 23, 2014

POP ART. Current event trading cards

Create 2 trading cards on 2.5 x 3.5 boards. The subject matter will be from one of the three articles we chose earlier in the month. First trading card will be a likeness of the person featured with biography on the back. The second card should be an image that summarizes the point of the article with text on the back. Utilize the background as an element to clearly communicate information. Below is a strong example. 

Wednesday, August 27, 2014


CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS MY FIRST AND MOST IMPORTANT EXPECTATION IS THAT YOU DO YOUR PERSONAL BEST. THERE ARE NO “WON’TS” OR “CAN’TS”.

YOU WILL NEED TO GET A SKETCHBOOK THAT IS 9 X 12 OR LARGER. WEEKLY ASSIGNMENTS WILL BE GIVEN ON MONDAYS AND DUE ON FRIDAYS. THESE COUNT FOR 20% OF YOUR GRADE.

RESPECT For class environment- Students are expected to arrive on time. Please be seated and ready for class to begin once the bell has rung. The three strike policy is in effect. At your third tardiness without a valid pass, detentions begin. Talking about class-appropriate topics at your own table is fine unless it is disrupting to you, others or Mr. P.

Music will be allowed in class when dialogues are not in progress. Feel free to bring in music that is appropriate for school. Headphones are negotiable but they are a privilege, not a right. The use of cell phones during class time is not allowed even if it your parents calling/texting. Phones should be off and out of sight during class. Texting in class will result in the following: 1st offense is a warning, 2nd offense results in your phone being taken for the class period, 3rd results in your phone being handed over to Mr. Dredge for you to pick up at the end of the day, and 4th offense will require your parents to see Mr. Dredge to get your phone back. If there are occasions that phones can be used for reference or purposes directly related to classroom activity, please ask Mr. P for permission.

For others- You are expected to extend common courtesy to others. Be helpful and pleasant. Never make fun of another student, or his/her artwork. Please make marks on your artwork only. Keep criticism constructive please. Use language responsibly please! For materials- Use materials only as directed. Do not use materials that you do not have permission from Mr. P for, some can be dangerous. Let’s not waste materials, they are expensive and often not easily replaced. For Mr. P- Please ask before removing anything from Mr. P’s desk or cabinets etc...

Please be attentive when the class is being addressed. One cannot effectively talk and listen simultaneously.

For time- Since we do not have a lot of time and setting up/cleaning up uses up that time, please use class time wisely. A large part of your grades are dependent on how you use your time. Never leave the room without letting Mr. P know your destination. Please remain seated until the bell rings, no lining up at the door.

SAFETY Do not throw anything Always act with regard for safety Be aware of evacuation procedures

CLEAN-UP If you use it, put it away properly. If you spill it, wipe it up. Clean at least one quarter of the worktable each day Do not leave a single thing on the table top (including eraser shreds, which you are expected to brush into the trash, not the floor) Put your chair up at the end of class Never leave anything in the sink

HAVE FUN The goal of all my classes is to learn new skills and grow as an individual and an artist. If the above information is adhered to, we will have fun and learn at the same time. -remember, our focus is process before product.

Wednesday, May 28, 2014

Drawing and Painting Final

Drawing and Painting Self-portrait final
MR. PURCELL 5/27
DRAWING AND PAINTING FINAL PROJECT

Self-Portrait

FINAL PROJECTS WILL BE PRESENTED DURING THE EXAM BLOCK.


Write a 2 page double spaced paper on an artist of your choice. Please include a works cited page as well. Your artist must be approved by Mr. P before you begin. The artist must be one who created/creates self-portraits and can be from any era and work with any painting medium (pastels, oils, acrylics…) as long as they have contributed to the art world in a significant way. (Please avoid writing a paper about an uncle who likes to paint etc…)
There are many qualities you could choose to focus on such as how subject matter is presented, scale, medium, color choices/use of color, time eras, stylistic choices, meaning/intent… Analyze what the artist is trying to accomplish and how they do so. (for instance, why did Monet use the colors he did?) There are very specific reasons for this which would require research and understanding of the artists’ work.

Part two of this project is to create a full color 9 x 12 self-portrait that is both a likeness of yourself in some way and that represents the artist’s stylistic approach. Do not replicate a piece, but create your own based on the artist’s body of work. The medium is up to you.

Presentations during the exam block will be brief but should present to the class as though no one has any prior knowledge of the artists. You do not have to read the paper but give a well thought through synopsis along with the image. You will likely be asked some basic questions as well so make sure you know your topic. This project counts for 20% of your grade!

Please be sure not to plagiarize in any way as it will result in a zero!! Please be careful not to cut and paste or re-word from any web site or book.



some suggestions for painters:
wayne thiebaud jim dine paul gaugin chuck close
robert rauschenberg marc franz frida kahlo paul klee

Tuesday, May 27, 2014

Advanced Art final

what is art? An often difficult question to answer, especially in contemporary work. Look at the following three artists and choose two pieces of each of their work. Louise Nevelson, Bridget Riley and Elizabeth Murray. Make a color copy of the pieces (6 total) or find a color copy in a publication and bring them for your presentation.
Choose the element and principle that you feel is best represented by each artist in their work and describe how they have utilized them in their work. (no repeats, asign two to each artist) Do you see meaning or value in these artists' work? What is is it? What do you respond to and why? Base your opinions on facts, not subjectuive likes and dislikes.
Your Mona Lisa art will be the visual art portion of your grade and the paper as the written.

40% ART
40% PAPER
20% PRESENTATIONS

Wednesday, May 21, 2014

ADVANCED ART MONA LISA



WHAT WOULD THE 16TH CENTURY (1503-1506) MONA LISA LOOK LIKE IN THE 21ST CENTURY? THAT IS THE QUESTION THAT THIS ASSIGNMENT SEEKS TO ANSWER.
STUDENTS WILL CREATE A 16 X 20 ACRYLIC/GOUACHE/WATERCOLOR/COLORED PENCILS MIXED MEDIA PAINTING DEPICTING WHAT THEY THINK THE MONA LISA MIGHT LOOK LIKE IF SHE WAS PAINTED IN OUR CURRENT DAY. STUDENTS MAY CHOOSE TO DEAL WITH A TOPIC LIKE COMMERCIALISM, THE ENVIRONMENT, OBESITY ETC...
THE FINAL IMAGE SHOULD STILL BE INSTANTLY RECOGNIZABLE AS THE MONA LISA AND STUDENTS SHOULD TRY TO INCORPORATE AS MANY ELEMENTS FROM THE PAINTING IN THEIR WORK AS POSSIBLE.

Tuesday, May 20, 2014

DESIGN final

Design- Fashion Design
PLEASE READ AND SEND A COMMENT AFTER READING COMPLETELY. (YOUR COMMENT WILL NOT BE VISIBLE IMMEDIATELY)

RESEARCH AND FIND A FASHION DESIGNER THAT INTERESTS YOU AND WRITE A TWO PAGE DOUBLE SPACED PAPER ON THEIR LIFE AND CAREER. (include a works cited page) Investigate their background and training as well as the significant aspects of their career. What is this artist bestknown for? What are the distinctive traits of their work? What kind of materials do they tend to use? What genre? (athletic wear,formal wear...)

CREATE AN OUTFIT CONSISTING OF 4 ITEMS (hair ties don't count) THAT UTILIZE THE ELEMENTS AND PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN DEFINED IN YOUR HANDOUT. (BALANCE, PROPORTION, EMPHASIS, RHYTHM ETC...)
Your finished work will be a full color, full figure wearing all four items. ALL ELEMENTS AND PRINCIPLES WILL BE IDENTIFIED AS WELL AS THE TYPE(S) OF FABRIC(S) YOU CHOOSE. (please include references you used in the creation of your piece)

Presentations will take place during finals for A block

ART 50%
PAPER 30%
PRESENTATION 20%




VOCABULARY

Dart- triangular folds of fabric stitched to a point. They control fullness and give shape to fitted clothing.

Tuck- narow folds of fabric that may be stitched part way or the entire length.

Seam- can create special effects, or a sporty, tailored, or contrasting finish to a garment.

Gather- soft folds of fabric fomred by pulling up basting stitches to make the fabric fit into a smaller space.

Pleat- folds of fabric, wider than tucks and stitched or pressed in place.

Wednesday, May 7, 2014

SENIORS- Advanced Art final project

ADVANCED ART FINAL PROJECT


final projects will be presented during the exam block

Write a 2 page double spaced paper (plus a works cited page) on an artist of your choice. the artist you choose must be of a different race and gender than yourself. the artist must be approved by mr. p before you begin. Part two of this project is to also create a color image representing what you think that artist’s work might have looked like if they were living in today’s 21st century world. The image needs to be 11 x 14 or larger.

There are many qualities you could choose to focus on such as subject matter, scale, medium, color choices/use of color, stylistic choices, meaning/intent… Analize what the artist is trying to accomplish and how they do so. For instance, why did Monet use the colors he did? there are very specific reasons for this which would require research and understanding of the artists’ work.


Presentations during the exam block will be brief but should present to the class as though no one has any prior knowledge of the artists. You do not have to read the paper but give a well thought through synopsis along with the image. You will likely be asked some basic questions as well so make sure you know your topic. This project counts for 20% of your grade!

Please be sure not to plagiarize in any way as it will result in a zero!!

presentation 10%
artwork 50%
paper 40%

Thursday, May 1, 2014

SENIORS Drawing and Painting Final Project

Drawing and Painting Self-portrait final
MR. PURCELL 5/13
DRAWING AND PAINTING FINAL PROJECT

Self-Portrait

FINAL PROJECTS WILL BE PRESENTED DURING THE EXAM BLOCK.


Write a 2 page double spaced paper on an artist of your choice. Please include a works cited page as well. Your artist must be approved by Mr. P before you begin. The artist must be one who created/creates self-portraits and can be from any era and work with any painting medium (pastels, oils, acrylics…) as long as they have contributed to the art world in a significant way. (Please avoid writing a paper about an uncle who likes to paint etc…)
There are many qualities you could choose to focus on such as how subject matter is presented, scale, medium, color choices/use of color, time eras, stylistic choices, meaning/intent… Analyze what the artist is trying to accomplish and how they do so. (for instance, why did Monet use the colors he did?) There are very specific reasons for this which would require research and understanding of the artists’ work.

Part two of this project is to create a full color 9 x 12 self-portrait that is both a likeness of yourself in some way and that represents the artist’s stylistic approach. Do not replicate a piece, but create your own based on the artist’s body of work. The medium is up to you.

Presentations during the exam block will be brief but should present to the class as though no one has any prior knowledge of the artists. You do not have to read the paper but give a well thought through synopsis along with the image. You will likely be asked some basic questions as well so make sure you know your topic. This project counts for 20% of your grade!

Please be sure not to plagiarize in any way as it will result in a zero!! Please be careful not to cut and paste or re-word from any web site or book.



some suggestions for painters:
wayne thiebaud jim dine paul gaugin chuck close
robert rauschenberg marc franz paul klee umberto boccioni

SENIORS Design final project

FINAL PROJECTS WILL BE PRESENTED DURING THE EXAM BLOCK.

WRITE A 2 PAGE DOUBLE SPACED PAPER ON FRANK LLYOD WRIGHT. THIS PAPER SHOULD FOCUS ON HIS BACKGROUND AND TRAINING IN ART/ARCHICTECTURE. WHAT WERE HIS INFLUENCES? WHAT INSPIRED HIM? WHAT ARE HIS PHILOSOPHIES ABOUT ARCHITECTURE? WHAT MAKES FLW STAND OUT FROM OTHER ARCHITECTS? WHAT DID HE DO DIFFERENTLY? WHAT KIND OF PERSONALITY WAS HE? WERE THERE SIGNIFICANT EVENTS IN HIS LIFE?
APPROACH THE PAPER WITH THESE QUESTIONS IN MIND. BE SURE TO SITE YOUR SOURCES, ONLINE OR BOOKS. ANY FORM OF PLAIGIRISM WILL RESULT IN A ZERO!
Design and render an exterior of a residential home that you think would embody as many elements of FLW's philosophy as possible. For example, would there be a driveway? Would it serve a purpose? Location of front door etc... This drawing should utilize the stylistic traits of Lloyd's work as well as considering the materials used and elements that are consistantly part of his work. The finish can be in any medium and can consist of a limited color palette. Minimum size is 9 x 12

PRESENTATIONS DURING THE EXAM BLOCK WILL BE BRIEF BUT SHOULD PRESENT TO THE CLASS AS THOUGH NO ONE HAS ANY PRIOR KNOWLEDGE OF THE ARTIST. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO READ THE PAPER BUT BE ABLE TO TALK ABOUT THE DECISIONS YOU MADE IN YOUR SKETCH AND HOW THEY RELATE TO FLW’S WORK.. YOU WILL LIKELY BE ASKED SOME BASIC QUESTIONS AS WELL SO MAKE SURE YOU KNOW YOUR TOPIC. THIS PROJECT COUNTS FOR 20% OF YOUR GRADE!

artwork 50%
paper 40%
presentation 10%

Monday, April 7, 2014

Design- What Is Industrial Design?

What is Industrial Design?



Industrial design is a multi-disciplinary field of design. “What is Industrial Design?” is a somewhat broad question because industrial design may include a number of different sub-divisions of design. These sub-categories of industrial design may include furniture design, packaging design, car design, product design, lighting design, and a whole number of other types of jobs in applied three-dimensional arts.

Industrial design specifically differentiates itself from these other specific types of design by focussing on the industrialized process. For the most part, everything that an industrial designer creates is intended to be mass produced. Inherent in the design of the object is the design of the process in which the object is made. The question What is Industrial Design ? can have many answers because industrial design overall is focussed on the process by which things are produced, more so then producing a specific item.

Industrial Design Definition
Industrial design is a field that blends together art and engineering with the general goal of creating an object for production. Industrial Design differs from the field of Product Design in that industrial design focusses around objects of industry. Industrial design is a multi-disciplinary field that involves many other aspects of design including graphic design, packaging, furniture, and many more.

Industrial design basically combines applied art and applied science with solid business acumen to create and design a product that is functional, useable and aesthetically pleasing to the eye.

History of Industrial Design
To fully understand what is industrial design, it is important to know the origins of the industry. Industrial design really got its start at the beginning of the twentieth century. Along with growth in technology and the industrialization of the Western world’s manufacturing capabilities, came a need for someone to engineer this process. The phrase “industrial design” was first conceived of by the New Zealand based Joseph Claude Sinel in 1919. In the early days of industrial design, the role of the industrial designer was to merge mass-market production techniques with the skills of traditional craftsmanship.

What is Industrial Design Used For?
The industrial design process is essentially applied to every product that is manufactured and used by consumers. It takes the idea for a new product from the concept stage, through design and refinement to actual production of the final product. The overall aim of industrial design is to basically ensure that a product functions well and does the job required, has an attractive appearance, and is appealing to customers so that it sells. Industrial designers work in a huge number of product categories, with most specializing in a particular field of work. This can range from household appliances to technology devices, furniture, toys, automobiles, tools and a host of other categories.

Tuesday, April 1, 2014

advanced art- imaginary landscape


ADVANCED ART IMAGINARY LANDSCAPE


ADVANCED ART- IMAGINATIVE LANDSCAPE 
STUDENTS WILL USE A TEMPLATE BASED ON ALBRECHT DURER'S RHINOCEROS.
TRACE THE TEMPLATE ONTO A SHEET OF PAPER AND FIND A MINIMUM OF 7 ELEMENTS (AS MANY MORE AS YOU MAY NEED) TO REPRESNET THE VARIOUS SHAPES THAT MAKE UP THE RHINO. THE ELEMENTS ALL NEED TO BE RELATED IN SOME WAY. THE ARRANGEMENT MAY BE VERY SURREALISTIC AS IN THE WORK OF RENE MAGRITTE AND SALVADOR DALI.
EX: USE VARIOUS FRUITS AND VEGETABLES LIKE WATERMELON, APPLE, ORANGE, GRAPES ETC...FINAL PIECE WILL BE IN FULL COLOR USING WATERCOLORS AND COLORED PENCIL ON WATERCOLOR PAPER. 
BACKGROUND WILL REMAIN WHITE TO ENHANCE THE SHAPE OF THE RHINO.
http://www.artcyclopedia.com/artists/durer_albrecht.html
http://www.magritte.com/
http://www.artcyclopedia.com/artists/dali_salvador.html

Wednesday, March 5, 2014

Design-Tattoo Design


DESIGN- TATTOO DESIGN

Early Jesuit settlers document widespread tattooing among the Native American Indian. Among many of the tribes unique tattoo designs were used to mark outstanding warriors and a sign of arrival to manhood.

The Ontario Iroquoians used elaborate designs to identify those very high in social status and in many North-West American Tribes the women were tattooed on their chins as a sign of marriage or commitment.

The first permanent tattoo shop was established in New York City in 1846 by Martin Hildebrandt who began his craft by traveling to both side of the civil war tattooing the names of soldiers and sailors sweethearts as it was seen as a sign of good luck. Hildebrandt spent the next 20 years training artist in his craft. The 2nd shop opened in the United States also provided probably the most significant invention on the tattoo industry.

Samuel O'Reilly was the founder of this shop and in 1891 invented the first electric tattooing machine. Prior to his invention the needles were dipped in ink and the artist would manually puncture the skin only two or three times a second. The electric machine allowed an artist to draw directly on the customer skin.

The 1900's were an emerging time for tattoos in the United States. Prior to this period it was mostly an unknown art and moved into an age where advertising became more prominent.

Today the Tattoo art form continues stronger than ever gaining more social acceptance on a broader scale. Once looked at as something reserved from criminals, low life's and biker gangs. Tattoos can been found in every economic and social scale in the United States. Prominent celebrities proudly display their artwork on network television broadcasts. Musicians from every genre can be seen blazing tattoo designs from a single small tattoo to more elaborate and extensive full body art.

http://www.clipartof.com/details/clipart/30161.html

http://www.designboom.com/history/tattoo_history.html

FIND EXAMPLES OF THE FOLLOWING:
BROKEN LINE
CONTINUOUS LINE
HATCHING/CROSSHATCHING
STIPPLING
SPATTERING

Thursday, January 23, 2014

Design-graphic design. Read and respond for Monday

http://www.designingscrollsawpatterns.com/making-scroll-saw-patterns-with-inkscape/working-with-text/
http://graphicdesign.about.com/od/typographyfonts/tp/basic_type_terms.htm

Please read the links above and answer the following questions:

What is kerning?
What is the difference between serif and San serif fonts?
What is point size?
What is a baseline and why is it important?

Monday, January 20, 2014

Color theory

http://www.precisionintermedia.com/color.html

Classroom expectations

MY FIRST AND MOST IMPORTANT EXPECTATION IS THAT YOU DO YOUR PERSONAL BEST. THERE ARE NO “WON’TS” OR “CAN’TS”.
YOU WILL NEED TO GET A SKETCHBOOK THAT IS 9 X 12 OR LARGER. WEEKLY ASSIGNMENTS WILL BE GIVEN ON MONDAYS AND DUE ON FRIDAYS. THESE COUNT FOR 20% OF YOUR GRADE.

RESPECT
For class environment- Students are expected to arrive on time. Please be seated and ready for class to begin once the bell has rung. The three strike policy is in effect. At your third tardiness without a valid pass, detentions begin.
Talking about class-appropriate topics at your own table is fine unless it is disrupting to you, others or Mr. P. Music will be allowed in class when dialogues are not in progress. Feel free to bring in music that is appropriate for school. Headphones are negotiable but they are a privilege, not a right.
The use of cell phones during class time is not allowed even if it your parents calling/texting. Phones should be off and out of sight during class. Texting in class will result in the following: 1st offense is a warning, 2nd offense results in your phone being taken for the class period, 3rd results in your phone being handed over to Mr. Modestow for you to pick up at the end of the day, and 4th offense will require your parents to see Mr. Modestow to get your phone back. If there are occasions that phones can be used for reference or purposes directly related to classroom activity, please ask Mr. P for permission.

For others- You are expected to extend common courtesy to others. Be helpful and pleasant. Never make fun of another student, or his/her artwork. Please make marks on your artwork only. Keep criticism constructive please. Use language responsibly please!

For materials- Use materials only as directed. Do not use materials that you do not have permission from Mr. P for, some can be dangerous. Let’s not waste materials, they are expensive and often not easily replaced.

For Mr. P- Please ask before removing anything from Mr. P’s desk or cabinets etc... Please be attentive when the class is being addressed. One cannot effectively talk and listen simultaneously.
For time- Since we do not have a lot of time and setting up/cleaning up uses up that time, please use class time wisely. A large part of your grades are dependent on how you use your time. Never leave the room without letting Mr. P know your destination. Please remain seated until the bell rings, no lining up at the door.

SAFETY
Do not throw anything
Always act with regard for safety
Be aware of evacuation procedures

CLEAN-UP
If you use it, put it away properly. If you spill it, wipe it up.
Clean at least one quarter of the worktable each day
Do not leave a single thing on the table top (including eraser shreds, which you are expected to brush into the trash, not the floor)
Put your chair up at the end of class
Never leave anything in the sink

HAVE FUN
The goal of all my classes is to learn new skills and grow as an individual and an artist. If the above information is adhered to, we will have fun and learn at the same time. -remember, our focus is process before product.

Design syllabus

DESIGN:

to plan and fashion artistically or skillfully.

an outline, sketch, or plan, as of the form and structure of a work of art, an edifice, or a machine to be executed or constructed.


organization or structure of formal elements in a work of art; composition.


DESIGN CLASS WILL EXPLORE A VARIETY OF FIELDS INCLUDING FASHION, ARCHICTECTURE, INDUSTRIAL, AND TATTOO DESIGN.
STUDENTS WILL CREATE A VISUAL IDENTITY BY DESIGNING THEIR OWN LETTERHEAD AND BUSINESS CARDS.
WE WILL BE ENTERING BOTH THE 2011 JUNIOR DUCK STAMP CONTEST AS WELL AS THE DAILY HAMPSHIRE GAZETTE CREATE AN AD CONTEST.

PART OF THE FINAL PROJECT FOR THIS CLASS WILL BE A FINAL CRITIQUE OF THE WORK YOU HAVE DONE FROM THE FIRST PROJECT TO THE LAST. PLEASE SAVE ALL ARTWORK FOR THIS FINAL CRITIQUE.

THERE WILL BE CRITIQUES THROUGHOUT THE CLASS AS WELL AS THE FINAL EVALUATION.

THE CLASS WILL BE FUN AND CHALLENGING. I PLAN ON A FIELD TRIP TO A TATTOO PARLOR AS WELL AS THE NYC FIELD TRIP IN MAY.

Drawing and Painting syllabus

THE DRAWING AND PAINTING CLASS WILL FOCUS ON VARIOUS DRAWING MEDIA, AS WELL AS ACRYLIC PAINT. STUDENTS WILL DRAW FROM LIFE AS WELL AS REFERENCES AND IMAGINATION.


THERE WILL BE TWO CONTESTS THAT STUDENTS WILL ENTER IN THIS CLASS:

MASSACHUSETTS JUNIOR DUCK STAMP CONTEST
9 X 12 ACRYLIC PAINTING


UTRECHT SELF PORTRAIT

THERE WILL BE A UNIT ON MURAL PAINTING IN WHICH STUDENTS WILL WORK IN GROUPS ON MURALS THROUGHOUT THE SCHOOL.


STUDENTS WILL BE REQUIRED TO HAVE A SKETCHBOOK FOR WEEKLY SKETCHBOOK ASSIGNMENTS. (9 X 12 OR LARGER)


GRADING WILL BE BASED ON THE CLASS RUBRIC AND FOCUSES ON PROCESS BEFORE PRODUCT.

CLASSWORK WILL COUNT FOR 60% OF YOUR GRADE

SKETCHBOOK WILL COUNT FOR 20% OF YOUR GRADE

FINAL PROJECT WILL COUNT FOR 20% OF YOUR GRADE


I AM AVAILABLE FOR ANY QUESTIONS OR HELP ANYTIME BEFORE OR DURING THE SCHOOL DAY AS WELL AS AFTERSCHOOL EVERY WEDNESDAY AND MOST THURSDAYS.

Advanced Art syllabus

ADVANCED ART SYLLABUS PURCELL

IN ADVANCED ART WE WILL BE WORKING WITH A VARIETY OF TECHNIQUES AND MEDIA. WE WILL BE ENTERING TWO CONTESTS.

EXPLORATION WILL INCLUDE:PEN AND INK TECHNIQUES SUCH AS STIPPLING AND CROSSHATCHING. WE WILL EXPLORE USING PENS AS WELL AS CROW QUILLS AND BRUSH.

PERSPECTIVE WILL BE USED IN ONE PROJECT THAT WILL REQUIRE THE USE OF STRONG AND SPECIFIC CRAFTSMANSHIP.

CONCEPTUAL WORK WILL BE A FOCUS AS STUDENTS WILL BE GIVEN A CONCEPT AND EXPECTED TO RESOLVE THE PROBLEM THROUGH THE USE OF CREATIVITY AND ACCURATE RESEARCH.

STUDENTS WILL WORK WITH CHOOSING MASTER PAINTINGS TO BASE THEIR WORK ON FOR AT LEAST ONE ASSIGNMENT. THERE WILL BE A FOCUS ON MIXING AND APPLYING COLORS ACCURATELY.

WEEKLY SKETCHBOOK ASSIGNMENTS WILL COUNT AS 20% OF THE FINAL GRADE. ONE HOUR OF WORK IS THE MINIMUM THAT WILL BE EXPECTED FOR EACH ASSIGNMENT. STUDENTS WILL BE EXPECTED TO HAVE A 9X12 OR LARGER SKETCHBOOK. LATE ASSIGNMENTS WILL BE ACCEPTED, BUT WILL DROP A LETTER GRADE EACH DAY THEY ARE LATE.

THERE WILL BE A FINAL PROJECT THAT WILL INVOLVE WRITING AS WELL AS CREATING A PIECE OF ARTWORK. THIS WILL COUNT FOR 20% OF STUDENTS’ FINAL GRADE AS WELL.

Wednesday, January 15, 2014

Why are some people better at drawing than others?


http://www.livescience.com/19878-drawing-ability.html

Monday, January 6, 2014

Foundations final

FOUNDATIONS FINAL PROJECT


FOUNDATIONS FINAL PROJECT FINAL PROJECTS WILL BE PRESENTED DURING THE EXAM BLOCK. WRITE A 2 PAGE (OR MORE) DOUBLE SPACED PAPER ON AN ARTIST OF YOUR CHOICE. THE ARTIST MUST BE APPROVED BY MR. P BEFORE YOU BEGIN. THE ARTIST CAN BE FROM ANY ERA AND WORK WITH ANY MEDIUM AS LONG AS THEY HAVE CONTRIBUTED TO THE ART WORLD IN A SIGNIFICANT WAY. (PLEASE AVOID WRITING A PAPER ABOUT AN UNCLE WHO LIKES TO PAINT ETC…) YOUR PAPER SHOULD EXPLAIN THE ART MOVEMENT(S)/PERIOD THE ARTIST WAS INVOLVED IN, THEIR BACKGROUND/HISTORY AND TRAINING, AND WHAT MAKES THEIR WORK SIGNIFICANT IN THE ART WORLD. DISCUSS WHY YOU CHOSE THIS ARTIST AND FIND OUT ABOUT THEIR CREATIVE PROCESS; WHAT SIZE WAS THEIR WORK, HOW DID THEY GO ABOUT CREATING THEIR WORK, WHAT KIND OF SUBJECTS DID HE OR SHE WORK WITH? PLEASE INCLUDE A WORKS CITED PAGE.
PART TWO IS TO ACCOMPANY YOUR PAPER WITH A FULL COLOR WATERCOLOR PORTRAIT OF YOUR ARTIST. UTILIZE THE FOUR TECHNIQUES THAT WE LEARNED IN CLASS. (WET ON WET, WET ON DRY, DRY ON DRY AND DRY ON WET) IF YOUR ARTIST IS FROM A LONG AGO ERA AND BLACK AND WHITE IMAGES ARE ALL YOU CAN FIND, PLEASE USE YOUR CREATIVITY TO BRING FULL COLOR TO THIS INDIVIDUAL.
PRESENTATIONS WILL BE BRIEF BUT SHOULD PRESENT TO THE CLASS AS THOUGH NO ONE HAS ANY PRIOR KNOWLEDGE OF THE ARTIST. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO READ THE PAPER BUT GIVE A WELL THOUGHT THROUGH SYNOPSIS ALONG WITH THE IMAGE. (IT WILL BE HELPFUL TO WRITE AN OUTLINE) YOU WILL LIKELY BE ASKED SOME BASIC QUESTIONS AS WELL SO MAKE SURE YOU KNOW YOUR TOPIC. DO NOT USE WIKIPEDIA AND DO NOT PLAGIARISE IN ANY WAY AS IT WILL RESULT IN A ZERO. THIS PROJECT COUNTS FOR 20% OF YOUR GRADE! PAPER-80% FULL COLOR IMAGE 10% PRESENTATION-10%


SOME SUGGESTED ARTISTS TO LOOK AT AND CONSIDER: WAYNE THIEBAUD JIM DINE JAMES SINGER SARGENT PAUL GAUGIN ROBERT RAUSCHENBERG MARC FRANZ PAUL KLEE UMBERTO BOCCIONI DIEGO RIVERA PAUL CEZANNE SALVADOR DALI ALBRECHT DURER JANET FISH

Sunday, January 5, 2014

Portfolio final


THE FINAL PROJECT FOR PORTFOLIO WILL BE TO WRITE A TWO-THREE PAGE PAPER ON THE FOLOWING: A. YOUR EXPERIENCE IN PREPARING AND PRESENTING YOUR PORTFOLIO. WHAT WERE THE MOST CHALLENGING AND DIFFICULT PARTS OF THE PROCESS? THE MOST FUN? REWARDING? B. WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE ARTIST AND DID THEY HAVE ANY IMPACT ON YOUR PRODUCTION OF THE PORTFOLIO? IF SO, HOW? C. WHAT WAS THE MOST SIGNIFICANT CHANGE OR DEVELOPMENT IN YOUR WORK DURING THIS CLASS? DID YOU FIND A NEW MEDIUM THAT YOU HAVE EMBRACED, OR SUBJECTS THAT YOU ENJOY WORKING WITH? D. DISCUSS AN EXAMPLE OF YOUR FAVORITE AND LEAST FAVORITE PIECE. E. WHAT IS THE NEXT STEP? HAVE YOU HEARD BACK FROM COLLEGES YET? HAVE YOU DECIDED ON A SPECIFIC SCHOOL? WHAT DO YOU PLAN ON MAJORING IN? IN ADDITION TO THE TYPED PAPER, PLEASE BRING ALL WORK THAT YOU CREATED DURING THIS CLASS TO THE FINAL PRESENTATION. WE WILL BE HAVING A GROUP DISCUSSION AND CRITIQUE ABOUT THE WORK.. THIS PRESENTATION AND PAPER WILL COUNT AS 10% OF YOUR FINAL GRADE. PLEASE BE AS THOUGHTFUL ABOUT YOUR EXPERIENCE AS POSSIBLE. (BOTH POSITIVES AND NEGATIVES)

ceramics final


CERAMICS FINAL PROJECT
PART 1 2 page paper about an artist of your choice who works in 3D. Paper is double spaced, listing all sources. Research the artist’s background and their body of work. What are they known for, their training, what medium do they work in, what are their influences…? Please bring in at least one full color image of their work to show the class so everyone leaves learning something about each student’s subject. No use of Wikipedia and no plagiarism of any kind. PART 2 GROUP PROJECT Students will choose a group to work with which could be their entire table or you could switch things up as long as you have a total of 3 people in your group. As a class, we will choose a topic and then each group will create a set of pieces that explores a sub category of that topic. For example, if the class votes on ZOO as the topic, one group could choose arctic animals, another could choose reptiles, another insects etc… Your work should include some kind of environment for your subjects to inhabit. Group project-50% of final project grade Paper-40% of final project grade Presentation-10% of final project grade FINAL PROJECT IS 20% OF YOUR FINAL GRADE HAVE FUN WITH THIS PROJECT!