Drawing assignment:
For this assignment select something organic to draw like a leaf, twig, branch, etc. Vertically split your 18 x 24 inch page in half, creating two 18 x 12 inch defined picture planes. This is simply done by measuring half way down the page and drawing a horizontal line across the page at the 12 inch mark.
A key objective of this assignment requires you to draw the same object twice, once in each picture plane (see below). The first drawing should consist of linear work, the second should consist of value and no lines with the goal to achieve weight plus Texture and Pattern in both drawings.
A key objective of this assignment requires you to draw the same object twice, once in each picture plane (see below). The first drawing should consist of linear work, the second should consist of value and no lines with the goal to achieve weight plus Texture and Pattern in both drawings.
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See: Rub and rendering, Invented texture, Stippling, Hatching
Yes, it says no lines, the goal of this assignment is for you to create the mass of the form without using line, (establishing the end of the form). In order to be successful with this assignment, draw the object roughly the same size and from the same point of view in both picture planes. The concept of general to specific should be used here to be successful.
Objectives:
Size: 18 x 12 inches, realize the entire value range, (both keys should be evident), correctly illuminate the object, fill the picture plane with the drawing, create the desired amount of distance between you and the still life.
Size: 18 x 12 inches, realize the entire value range, (both keys should be evident), correctly illuminate the object, fill the picture plane with the drawing, create the desired amount of distance between you and the still life.
Considerations:
Examine and record textures and patterns, become familiar with your subject matter, and establish form without using line.
Identify the terminator, this should assist in establishing the entire value range and if your object is correctly illuminated.
Consider the use of a drawing device to assist in establishing the end of the form, also used in an additive/reductive approach, i.e.; straight edge, ruler, piece of paper. Look at a correctly illuminated cube where two values meet as an example of a perceived line.
Consider applying the drawing concept inside out, especially when mass building for the drawing not using line.
Examine and record textures and patterns, become familiar with your subject matter, and establish form without using line.
Identify the terminator, this should assist in establishing the entire value range and if your object is correctly illuminated.
Consider the use of a drawing device to assist in establishing the end of the form, also used in an additive/reductive approach, i.e.; straight edge, ruler, piece of paper. Look at a correctly illuminated cube where two values meet as an example of a perceived line.
Consider applying the drawing concept inside out, especially when mass building for the drawing not using line.
Notice the depth and weight of Rubens' study. These elements are achieved as a result of defining the entire value range using hatching and cross-hatching. Compare your drawing to his and evaluate if you've stated the entire value range. If not, continue to develop your value statement.
Rubens: Metropolitan Museum of Art
Format example
Trompe L'oeil
