The 7th grade 2-D class learned about the art and methods of Chuck Close. One of Close's most prominent techniques is the use of a grid to create large scale portraits. This served as an introduction to the students using a grid to draw their own self-portraits from a photograph. We went from there to talking about value and working with a monochromatic (one color) palette.
Each student chose one color with which to create a wheel of tints (color+white) and shades (color+black). They will continue to work with this color of acrylic paint in addition to black and white as they paint over their self-portrait drawings to create a monochromatic self-portrait painting.
The first sketchbook due date for this class will be Tuesday, September 2nd. Students will turn in their sketchbooks for feedback on this day. They should have a minimum of 6 complete drawings by that time.
Below are the criteria upon which the sketchbook will be graded for this check:
Does the student have at least 6 complete full-page drawings? 3 2 1
3 = You have at least 6 full-page drawings. These drawings demonstrate a skill level equal to, or greater than what you have shown in class.
2 = You have 6 drawings, but a few drawings are incomplete or do not show your best effort.
1 = You have less than 6 complete drawings, and/or you have many drawings that do not show your best work.
Are there at least 3 clearly marked life drawings? 3 2 1
3 = You have at least 3 clearly marked life drawings. These drawings include shading and show evidence that you have used drawing concepts from class.
2 =You have at least 2 clearly marked life drawings. These drawings include shading and show evidence that you have used drawing concepts from class.
1 = You have fewer than 2 clearly marked life drawings, and/or the drawings do not show your best effort.
Do the drawings demonstrate use and understanding of the concepts taught in this course? This includes both themes and drawing techniques. 3 2 1
3 = All of the drawings in your sketchbook demonstrate use and understanding of the concepts taught in this course.
2 = Most of the drawings in your sketchbook demonstrate use and understanding of the concepts taught in this course.
1 = Very few or none of the drawings in your sketchbook demonstrate use and understanding of the concepts taught in this course.
Final Score= ________ X 12=____________
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