D+P2 FINAL: Color Pencil with Meaning

OBJECTIVE: Create a realistic color pencil drawing of a personally meaningful object/image from observation. Draw from reference to make a layered, well blended, high contrast, balanced piece.

MATERIALS: color pencils, photograph references, paper

PLANNING + STUDIO: Sketch composition on back of this sheet, under-drawing, add values, blend, create contrast, details, and reflect below when finished.

ASSESSMENT: Assess yourself using the following criteria & scale. [0] INCOMPLETE   [–]  APPROACHES EXPECTATIONS  [v] MEETS EXPECTATIONS  [+] EXCEEDS EXPECTATIONS	[0]   [–]   [v]   [+]
RESEARCH + TECHNOLOGY [planning] Research contemporary art and art history to inform artwork. Demonstrates understanding of how to utilize technology as part of the creation process.
CONCEPT + SUBJECT [creativity] Develop concept and message based on teacher provided themes. Used original imagery and subject matter as well as taking risks in their process and message.
DESIGN [composition] Demonstrates understanding of the Elements of Art line, shape, value, color, texture, space, + form and Principles of Design balance, rhythm, unity + harmony, variety + contrast, visual movement
TECHNIQUE [skill + craft] Demonstrates understanding of the technical aspects of the medium.
STUDIO RESPONSIBILITIES  [participation] Effectively manages supplies, equipment, storage, and facilities.
ARTICULATION + AWARENESS [reflection] Articulates ideas based on the critique process - describe, analyze, interpret, and judge art. Identifies the role of visual arts in the world around them.

REFLECTION: Use art vocabulary and critique process to assess your artwork and process in paragraph form below. What would you title the work? Which Elements and Principles are most prominent in this composition? What type of mood do you get from your design and why? What is the statement within your imagery? How do you show this? What does it mean to you? What is most successful about your work? What would like to improve on?