Design Final Exam 2014

Exam Part 1

For the final exam you will create a self portrait. Pick from one of the two assignments to create your final exam.

Option 1- Erased/ Drawn Portrait

See more examples here: http://galatiak12art.blogspot.ca/2013/04/erase-yourself.html

Art Challenge:
Create a self portrait drawing that illustrates drawing and or erasing details of your face. Utilize photography, drawing and original thinking techniques to create a unique SELF portrait.

The artwork must contain the following:

• Human face(s)/head(s) (extra points for expression)
• Depth – three-dimensional space
• Value- broad range of values created with the pencil
• Mood through use of color, design and style
• Good craftsmanship 
• Originality

Media

• 9" x 12" paper, pencil, eraser, camera, photograph, glue

Studio Inquiry:

1. Brainstorm and sketch a few possible ideas. Discuss them with teacher and classmates. Ask yourself, 
"Is this the most original way to create a self portrait? What does this portrait represent about me? How can does this portrait stand out from the examples shown?"

2. Work with a partner or the teacher to create a photograph of you. Be attentive to light, shadows, forms , shapes, depth and space. It must be a high quality photograph.

3. Print the photograph.

4. Use an exacto knife to cut away 50% or more of the picture

5. Mount the photograph onto high quality bristol board

6. Use pencil to create a broad range of values to "complete" the portrait.

7. Check your craftsmanship and details. Edit as necessary.

Grading Criteria:

• 20% Human face(s)/head(s) (extra points for expression)

• 20% Depth – three-dimensional space
• 20% Value- broad range of values created with the pencil
• 20% Mood through use of color, design and style
• 20% Good craftsmanship 
• 20% Originality

Option 2- Zentangle Portrait

Art Challenge:
Create a self portrait drawing that illustrates unique aspects of you and your personality utilizing zentangles.

The artwork must contain the following:

• Human face(s)/head(s) (extra points for expression)
• Depth – three-dimensional space
• Elements and Principles of Design
• Mood through use of color, design and style
• Good craftsmanship 
• Originality

Media

• 9" x 12" paper, markers, colored pencils, rulers, camera or ipad

Studio Inquiry:

1. Brainstorm and sketch a few possible ideas. Discuss them with teacher and classmates. Ask yourself, 
"Is this the most original way to create a self portrait? What does this portrait represent about me? How can does this portrait stand out from the examples shown?"

2. Work with a partner or the teacher to create a photograph of you. Be attentive to light, shadows, forms , shapes, depth and space. It must be a high quality photograph. You will use this photograph as reference.

3. Create a sketch onto the high quality paper

4. Start your zentangle with pen/ marker

5. Use colored pencil to add color. * this is not a requirement but a choice

6. Check your craftsmanship and details. Edit as necessary.

Grading Criteria:

• 20% Human face(s)/head(s) (extra points for expression)

• 20% Depth – three-dimensional space
• 20% Elements and Principles of Design
• 20% Mood through use of color, design and style
• 20% Good craftsmanship 
• 20% Originality