2/2/12 2D Design

Today's Class- Tonight we started our study of 2D art with the most basic of all marks- the point or dot. We used dots in an portfolio exercise involving patterns, and then started a graded project.

How to make this up-

Wallpaper exercise

Take a piece of your 18" x 24" paper, and use a pencil to divide it into thirds. Then use your various black markers to create patterns made of nothing by dots. You can use one of both thicknesses of marker. The patterns can be pure geometry, or form representational images. The only other rule is that the patterns must repeat at least once from the top to bottom. Above is a student example. This is a portfolio exercise, and must be made up by the end of the semester to receive credit.

Stipple Drawing graded project

A stipple drawing is a value drawing made completely from tiny dots of ink. By varying the concentration of dots, values can be made lighter or darker. The goal in this project is to exactly match the level of value (light and dark) in a black and white photograph. In the above example, the photo is on the left and the student drawing on the right. To get the full directions and see additional examples, click here.

Homework- The stipple drawing graded project is due at the beginning of class on February 16, 2012. You must have both your drawing and the original photo.

For next class 2/9/12- We will start our study of line. Bring your 18" x 24" pad, pencil and eraser. We will do some exercises involving drawing from shoes, and since I have none to give out, you are responsible for bringing your own. You may bring an extra, or take one off your own foot.