2/2/12 Basic Drawing

Today's Class- Today we started our study of line. I showed a selection of art from cave paintings to the present day, discussing how line was used in each case and the effect it had on the art. Then we did a series of portfolio exercises involving types of contour line.

How to make this up- You will need a shoe, something that is relatively enclosed (sandals don't work well). Using your 18" x 24" pad, follow the directions for the various exercises. You may draw multiple shoes on each page and use the backs of the sheets if you like. Full directions for the exercises and photo examples can be found here.

These are portfolio exercises, and must be made up by the 1st half portfolio collection in order to receive full credit.

Homework- Draw 10 sketches of shoes in your sketchbook, one per page, using pencil line. The drawings can all be of the same shoe, or from different shoes. The sketches should break down this way-

8 simple contour line sketches (exterior, simple details)

1 cross contour line drawing

1 full detail rendering of a shoe

For next class 2/9/12- We will continue with line. Bring your 18" x 24" pad, pencils and eraser. I'll provide the subject matter for the day's exercises.