Mixed Media Mythical Creatures

Essential Question: How can I combine two or more different mediums to create a successful piece of artwork?

For the next project you will be creating a mixed media piece of a mythical creature. What is mixed media you ask? Mixed media art refers to a visual art form that combines a variety of media in a single artwork. For example, if you draw with ink, then paint over it with watercolors, then add some highlights in colored pencil - that's mixed media!

This project is more open ended than our last. You will be able to use any two dimensional medium that you would like to explore. You can use a traditional mythical creature for your subject or make one up.

Before you start your project you will need to have a sketch and you will need to discuss which mediums you would like to use with me before you start. I will need to get you setup with the appropriate materials depending on what you choose to use.

Here are some student examples for inspiration:

Shading Geometric Forms

Today’s essential question: How can I shade a geometric form to create the illusion of space?

We will begin this project by practicing shading on a value scale and shading three geometric forms. 

Helpful Hints:

Keep in mind where your light source is. 

When shading a rounded object follow the curve. It will help to create a full and rounded appearance.

Use the side of the pencil lead rather than the point to create a smoother transition.

This practice sheet will count as a homework grade. If you do not finish it in class please bring it home to complete it. 

Creating Your Own Blog

Today’s essential question: How can I create my own blog?

Creating Your Blog

Part 1: Setting up a Blogger account

1. Sign in to Blogger. Use your school Gmail address (890….@rcsd121.org)
2. On the left, click the Down arrow .
3. Click New blog.
4. Enter a name for your blog. This will be your Drawing and Painting II class blog.
5. Choose a blog address, or URL.
6. Choose a template. Keep in mind you need o post both text and images.
7. Click Create blog.

Note: Once you set up your Blogger account, you will have the ability to create multiple blogs under that account. This is handy if you are enrolled in different courses that require a blog.

If you finish early, help your classmates set up their blogs.

Today we will:

• set up our class blogs
• email Ms. Hawkins the link to our class blogs
• publish our first blog post