2010 JUNIOR DUCK STAMP CONTEST

DUE FRIDAY MARCH 12TH WITH COMPLETED AND SIGNED ENTRY FORM!
the junior duck stamp will be a 9 x 12 acrylic painting. The image must be hoizontal in orientation and have no actual text painted on it. (leave space with no major details in a corner so text could later be palced there.

Think about ways to make your piece stand out in the crowd. Perhaps include more than one duck or choose a sunset/sunrise as opposed to a plain blue sky.
all reference must be documented as part of the entry form along with a short written statement. (yes, short)
follow this link to see examples: http://www.fws.gov/juniorduck/

WE WILL BEGIN BY ASSEMBLING REFERENCE FOR BOTH THE DUCK(S) AND AN ENVIRONEMNT THAT THEY WOULD ACTUALLY INHABIT.

CREATE AT LEAST THREE DIFFERENT THUMBNAIL SKETCHES

ONCE WE HAVE AGREED ON ONE, MOVE ON TO A 9 X 12 FINISH (LONG SIDE OF THE IMAGE MUST RUN HORIZONTAL)

REMEMBER: DO NOT INCLUDE ANY IMPORTANT DETAILS IN THE UPPER RIGHT HAND CORNER SO THAT THE PRICE OF THE STAMP COULD EXIST IN THE CORNER WITHOUT OBSTRUCTING ANY CRUCIAL DETAILS.

WORK HARD AND HAVE FUN!

STORYBOARDING-CHARACTER DESIGN

ASSIGNMENT ONE: CHARACTER DESIGN-MODEL SHEET

CHOOSE ONE CHARACTER DESCRIPTION AND DEVELOP A MODEL SHEET BASED ON THE ONE YOU CHOOSE.

1. FEMALE CHARACTER. SHE IS SHORT AND HAS WILD, CURLY PINK HAIR. SHE WEARS A SWEATER MADE UP OF TWO WARM COLORS WITH A HEART DESIGN ON IT. SHE WEARS SNEAKERS.
2. MALE SOLDIER WITH DISTINCTIVE FACIAL HAIR AND BANDANA. HE WEARS ARMOR THAT ALMOST SEEMS TOO HEAVY FOR HIM TO BE ABLE TO MOVE IN. SELECT AREAS ARE ILLUMINATED BY SOME KIND OF POWER SOURCE. HIS ARMOR INCLUDES A BACKPACK AND A WEAPON THAT TAKES BOTH HANDS TO CARRY.
3. FEMALE EGYPTIAN GODDESS WITH LONG BROWN HAIR. SHE CARRIES A STAFF WITH A GEM OF SOME SORT THAT GLOWS. (SEEMINGLY WITH SOME KIND OF POWER) SHE WEARS A HEADBAND AND ARMOR ON HER ARMS THAT BOTH HAVE A JEWEL ON THEM.
4. THIS CHARACTER IS A YELLOW ROBOT WITH A RECTANGULAR HEAD. IT HAS AN ANTENEA COMING FROM THE CENTER OF IT’S HEAD AS WELL AS SOME KIND OF EARPHONE-LIKE STRUCTURE WHERE THE EARS WOULD BE. THE ROBOT HAS TWO ARMS AND LEGS WITH A BLACK CIRCLE DESIGN ON IT’S CHEST. SOME TEXTURE ON THE ARM AND LEG AREA AS WELL AS SOME DETAIL ON THE TORSO.

DESIGN SYLLABUS

DESIGN SYLLABUS PURCELL

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.

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. IF TIME ALLOWS, WE WILL BE HAVING A FIELD TRIP AS PART OF THE CLASS.

CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS

EXPECTATIONS
EXPECTATIONS FOR ART CLASSES WITH MR. PURCELL

MY FIRST AND MOST IMPORTANT EXPECTATION IS THAT YOU DO YOUR PERSONAL BEST. THERE ARE NO “WON’TS” OR “CAN’TS”, IF YOU MAKE YOUR BEST EFFORT AND HAVE A POSITIVE ATTITUDE THAT IS ALL I CAN ASK FOR.

YOU WILL NEED TO GET A SKETCHBOOK THAT IS 81/2 X 11 OR LARGER. WEEKLY ASSIGNMENTS WILL BE GIVEN ON MONDAYS AND DUE ON FRIDAYS. THESE COUNT FOR 20% OF YOUR GRADE. (for classes that are A1/A2 or B1/B2 assignments will be given and due the weeks that the class meets M/W/F)

RESPECT
For class environment- Students are expected to arrive on time. Please be seated and ready for class to begin after the bell. 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 cd’s that are appropriate for school. Headphones are negotiable but they are a privilege, not a right.
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.
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. 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 takes 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 a pass.
Please remain seated until the bell rings, no lining up at the door.

SAFETY Do not throw anythingAlways act with regard for safetyBe 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 dayDo 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 classNever 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. You will be graded on your effort, first and foremost.

CLASSWORK=60%SKETCHBOOK=20%FINAL PROJECT=20%

DRAWING AND PAINTING SYLLABUS

DRAWING AND PAINTING- SYLLABUS

DRAWING AND PAINTING- SYLLABUS PURCELLTHE 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 CONTEST9 X 12 ACRYLIC PAINTING2010 DAILY HAMPSHIRE GAZETTE CREATE AN AD.

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 GRADESKETCHBOOK WILL COUNT FOR 20% OF YOUR GRADEFINAL PROJECT WILL COUNT FOR 20% OF YOUR GRADE

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

ADVANCED ART-SYLLABUS

ADV ART-SYLLABUS

ADVANCED ART SYLLABUS PURCELLIN 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.

PORTFOLIO-MFA

http://www.mfa.org/
Do any of these exhibits that run after nov1st interest you? If so, which one(s)