Ms. Myers' Art Class

One point perspective is a drawing method that shows how things appear to get smaller as they get further away, converging towards a single ‘ vanishing point ’ on the horizon line . It is a way of drawing objects upon a flat piece of paper so that they look three-dimensional and realistic. One-point perspective is a way to create the Element of "Space" in your art! Space is the illusion of a three-dimensional place in your drawing, and that's what one-point perspective creates. For this drawing, you can follow a video tutorial here. Alternatively, you can follow this step-by-step picture guide: On the right side of the page, repeat the building steps OR draw at least 2 trees. Remember the closer they are to the dot in the middle, the smaller they should be! If you would like a more detailed step-by-step tutorial with explanations for each step, you can find that here. Success Criteria: A road and sidewalk in the middle At least two buildings on one side At least two buil...

 There are three parts to this project grade: 1. Self-Portrait Plan Sheet 2. Self-Portrait Artwork 3. Artist Statement Self-Portrait Plan 1.       Make two thumbnail sketches. What will you include in your portrait? Where will it be on your paper?   How will you show your personality and identity? Consider: facial expression, pose, clothing, background, other symbols... Then complete your plan: 2.       What medium/materials do you think you will you use?     3.       What are the specific steps you’ll take to make and complete your artwork?   Self-Portrait Your self-portrait must: - Represent something about your personality or identity - Show good craftsmanship and use of time - Fill your page (how can you use your background space to express yourself? What place or objects could you add?) Artist Statement Your artist statement is an explanation of what you made and w...

 Go on Ms. Myers’ Clever page and click on the “Self Portrait Gallery” or click on this link. Choose the three self-portrait artworks you think are most interesting. Make a thumbnail sketch of each. Try to capture the face, the pose, and any big/important details. Don't worry about making it perfect - the goal is to help you remember what the original picture looked like. Answer the questions on the handout – what does each portrait tell you about the person who made it? If you do not have the original printed packet, you can get three pieces of plain paper. Draw a small box on each paper. Above the box, write the original artist's name. Inside the box, draw the artwork. Below the box, write your answer to these four questions: What is your first impression of the person in the portrait? What is the overall mood of the self-portrait? Hint – look at the colors, pose, and facial expression. What other things did the artist include in the picture – such as props, clothing, and bac...

  Success Criteria: On the top of the cube, write the animal's name in BIG, BOLD letters. Color the rest of the space with the animal's division color. On the left side of the cube, draw and color a picture that represents where the animal lives. If it lives in multiple places, you can choose which you want to draw. On the right side of the cube, draw and color the animal REALISTICALLY to the best of your ability. Review Book Success Criteria: Draw any animal of your choice realistically Try to show the texture of the animal - is it furry? scaley? smooth? Color or shade your drawing

 Make sure you complete the Facial Features and practice portrait drawing before starting this assignment. You will be applying what you've learned about drawing the parts of the face and about facial proportions in a final portrait drawing. Step 1: Find a reference photo Get a picture of a person of your choice. It could be a celebrity, an athlete, a family member, or even yourself. Make sure you can see their face clearly in the photo. Tip: Black & white photos are the best because it will make the shading step later on easier! Step 2: Sketch what you see in pencil.   Use your knowledge of proportions to make sure the facial features are in the right spots. Step 3: Shade wherever you see shadows or dark areas in the picture. Black & White photos are easiest for this step because it lets you see the shadows more clearly without getting distracted by the colors. You can still use a color photo though. Success Criteria: A face of a person, facing forward Correct proport...

    Most of this packet is pictures and step-by-step guides. You can print out packet pages at home OR you can just read the guides on your computer, get a couple sheets of white paper, and draw the following: ·       Two eyes with eyebrows ·       Two noses ·       Two mouths/lips ·       One full head and face that follows the Proportions Guide and includes hair Drawing Eyes Tips: Step 4: Make sure the top of the circle for the iris touches or goes under the top of the eyelid. You will only see space above the iris if someone is opening their eyes VERY wide or looking down. Steps 6: When you’re shading, use lines like rays of the sun coming out from the middle. Eyes naturally have streaks like this if you look closely. Steps 9 + 10: Pay attention to how the eyelashes curve: They go toward the edges of the eyes, not just straight up. Steps 11 + 12: Th...