Overview
For this assignment you will be creating a simple still life of 3 objects 2 ways. First in graphite and again in a low art style of your choice. Your graphite still life should show the High Art ideals of a classically trained artist. I should see a range of values in pencil and your objects should be smoothly shaded so that you achieve the illusion of form. Your Low Art example should be recognizable as inspired by pop art, graphic novels, or folk art. it should be drawn from the same source photo as your High Art still life.
VocabularyIllusion of form using techniques like perspective and shading to make something that is flat to appear to be 3d
High and Low Art Chiaroscuro- carefully placing your lights and darks so that you have a distinct light source. One way to acheive the illusion of form. |
MaterialsH, #2 and 6B pencil
eraser drawing paper sharpie colored pencil watercolors and brush found images for collage (optional) ![]()
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Watch this video for helpful tips on how to acheive the illusion of form and use your different levels of drawing pencil.
Examples
I have included some examples of still life drawings in graphite as well as some low art examples. You can choose from graphic novels, folk art, or pop art for your low art still life. Both still lifes should be of the same objects using the same photo as your drawing resource.
Alternate assignment! Make a mashup!
In the style of Dave Pollot- make a mashup of high and low art! Here are some examples of artists who work in that style, often on found paintings.
In the style of Dave Pollot- make a mashup of high and low art! Here are some examples of artists who work in that style, often on found paintings.