10/21/16 Basic Drawing

Today's Class- Today we continued our study of value using charcoal.  This time the set-ups included mixed values- a combination of light and dark colored objects, so we were working with local value (the value of the object surfaces) as well as the effect of light and shadow.  Two drawings again, one each with vine charcoal and compressed charcoal.

How to make this up-

Place a medium/small box on a table and drape with cloth, both something white or very light colored, on one that is darker.  Find four objects of similar size, two of which should be white or light colored, two of which are darker.  Shine a direct light source on the set up to create patterns of light and shadow.  More student examples and specific directions can be found here.

This is a portfolio exercise.  The midterm portfolio grading will occur during class next week on 10/28/16.  I'll be reviewing all work done in class this semester.  If you've missed no classes, you have it all done.  If you have missed one or more classes, I suggest you look back through this blog and make up anything you may have missed.  Portfolios not turned in next week can be graded in later weeks, but with a deduction in points.

Homework- Set up a still life in the same way as the "how to make this up" section above.  Draw on a page in your sketchbook using your softest pencil, paying attention to shapes, proportions, negative space, perspective, and all the other concerns we've had, but now also matching value as best as you can.  Rearrange the objects and do a second drawing, then rearrange and do a third drawing.  Total of 3 sketchbook drawings.

For next class 10/28/16- We will conclude our study of charcoal with one last charcoal still life drawing, this one as a graded project.  I should have it set up for the beginning of class and you'll have the whole period to work on it if you need it.  Bring your 18" x 24" pad, both kinds of charcoal, kneaded eraser, and spray fixative.  You should have the 1st half portfolio drawings with you as well, so you can get that graded on time.