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WOW PROJECT INFORMATION

PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

  • My work is original

  • My work shows learning and growth

  • My final project took at least 4 class periods to complete.

  • I asked for and incorporated feedback

DIRECTIONS

Pencil
Charcoal
Scratchboard
Chalk Pastel
Ink Pen
Oil Pastels
Prisma Colors
Conte
Markers
Crayons

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Cardboard 
Paper
Collage
Altered Books
Digital Art
Rock Etching
Wood burning
Block Print

Gouache

Beading

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Loom Weaving
Hand Sewing
Sewing Machine
Frame Loom
Embroidery
Macrame
Crochet

Acrylic

Alcohol Ink

Watercolor

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On your project handout answer the following questions on your planning sheet in your sketchbook for the project that you are on:

 

What is your idea for this project and what inspired you?

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What art materials or supplies will you need to create your project?

Step 1: Choose Media OR Start with an Idea

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Step 2: Technique Study

Step 2: Research & Technique Study

Directions:

​For this section, you need to RESEARCH and PRACTICE how to use your chosen material. 

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  • Google search techniques to try using the material you chose "__________________ Techniques"

  • LOOK for an article or video that tells you how to use the material you chose.

  • Practice techniques the article suggests on a blank piece of paper or in your sketchbook.

  • Be specific in your search, for example:

    • You might search how to use the material AND tips for making what you want to make. ​

    • If you want to do a portrait in charcoal, look up how to do that. If you want to paint a landscape, look up how to paint a landscape.

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Level I Technique Study Directions

Level II Technique Study Directions

Step 3: Artist Study

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Step 4: Artist Study

Directions:

  • Make a practice project using the techniques you've learned and tips from the artist you studied.

Tips:

  • make it small 

  • explore and try out the new things you've learned so you are ready for your final project

  • Make sure it doesn't take more than 1-2 class periods

  • You can copy an artists work using videos or do practice versions (sketch practice) for a final idea exploration.

  •  Think about how you will use the techniques in your final project. 

Tips

  1. Pay attention to how the artist uses their tools and materials.

  2. Pay attention to what colors the artist starts with.

  3. Pay attention to how the artist approaches the composition.

Step 5: Envision and Sketch

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Directions:

  • Get our your Sketchbook.

  • Watch the video on the right.

  • Follow the directions to create your 3-4 sketches in your sketchbook.

 

Tips:​

  • What do you want your final artwork to look like?

  • collect any pictures you will need

  • Remember, a sketch is a rough draft and it’s primary goal is to help you problem solve your project and get your ideas out on paper!

  • Inspiration Ideas:

    • choose a theme like "weather"​

    • Your Experiences or Memories

    • What you See

    • What you Feel

    • Your Traditions or Culture

    • Techniques you want to try or experimentation

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Project Requirements:

  • Artwork is Original (no copying)

  • Project takes 4+ classes to complete

  • Shows your growth and learning

  • You must get feedback during your process

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Step 6: Final Project

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Directions:​

  1. Watch the "overview" video below.

  2. Make sure you have completed steps 1-5.

  3. Get out your final materials and get started!

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