AP Studio: Breadth #8

Drawing Breadth #8. Due Tues. 9/16

Option 1: 

1 GIANT hand-  at least 5 to 6 times larger than life 

1.  The position of the hand must be “difficult”- fingers bent, slanted, foreshortened, etc.  No fists, open palms, etc.

2.  The hand may be holding something- but make it a significant object and it can't be so large that it hides too much of the hand.

3.  Don’t forget about the negative space- the space around and behind the hand.  Put something in the background- a tone, a pattern, something!

4.  As always, contrast and the rule of third are important.

Option 2: 

2 Big hands-  at least 2 times larger life 

1.  Hands must be touching or interacting in some way.  They may overlap, interlock, clasp, snuggle, etc. If the hands don't at least overlap, it will affect your grade.

2.  Use the positioning of the 2 hands to tell a story, show meaning or convey emotion.

3.  Consider contrasting expressions or character in the hands- tense vs. relaxed, active vs. passive, bony and angular vs. fleshy and round, rough vs. smooth, old vs. young, etc.

4.  Don’t forget about the negative space- the space around and behind the hands.  Put something in the background- a tone, a pattern, something!

5.  As always, contrast/rule of thirds is important.

Option 3: 

Option #3: Hands in action- size determined by # of hands

Instructions: 

 For this option you may include more of the arms and body to make the action clear. Objects may also be included.

Consider contrast and composition/background etc. 

2D – PHOTO Breadth #8: Light

You will chronicle light throughout your day by shooting 24 exposures:

✴ 8 exposures will explore MORNING and light before noon

-Consider how morning light affects your mood

-What does this time of day remind you of?

-What changes occur in light and shadow outside as the sun is rising?

✴ 8 exposures will explore the AFTERNOON and end of the day,

-What is your life like in the afternoon during springtime

-How does the afternoon sun affect the shadows?

-Look for areas of strong shadows or sharp contrast

-As the sun sets, what happens to the sky, to the light and shadow?

-Consider having the light behind you and then try behind your subject

-Remember, the weather for that day will also affect the light!

✴ 8 exposures will explore NIGHT

-Consider what artificial light is available: lamps, streetlights, headlights, etc.

-How does low light affect the mood? Create drama, suspense, or mystery!

-Try abstracting the photo by moving the light

-Remember to STEADY YOUR CAMERA with a tripod, on a table, or on the ground!

For all times of day you should use the following:

Principles of Composition: make thoughtful compositions as well as capturing light, NO SNAPSHOTS!

Bracketing: For important photos or tricky light shoot the same composition but adjust aperture or shutter

one stop in either direction.

2D: Other: Text Design

 - Create a work of art that utilizes text in a visual way. You will be taking one line/section from the books in class to illustrate.

- Use the actual text to create your image in some way. “Draw” with the words, along the form of your subject.

- Your image should relate to the concept of your line/section. You are illustrating an idea.

- Consider composition. Be interesting. Your arrangement should support your concept.

12” x 18”