Ink Pattern & Space

Using ink and patterns you will create a drawing that shows texture and demonstrates the idea of space.

SKETCHBOOK PLANNING is 2 PAGES MINIMUM + 1 PAGE Printed Artist Research + Large Printed Reference Image (If you are drawing using a grid)

Planning should happen in your sketchbook, but could look different depending on your studio process. Write the following in your planner and check them off as your idea develops. Be sure that your planning answers all of these.

1. How does my idea demonstrate space? List at least 2 ways (_______________________________ and _______________________________ )

2. Can my idea be drawn with ink through line and pattern? Draw at least 5 patterns or types of lines in your sketchbook.

3. Is my idea original? If I used images that are not my own how did I change them? Could I change them more?

4. Would this idea look better horizontal or vertical?

5. Is the composition interesting? Is the subject in the center? - shift it. Does my image stretch to 3 sides? Is the image pushing beyond the picture plain?

There is a variety of ways in which to start your project, but you taking initiative and creating something that interests you is what is most important and will lead to you being more invested in your artwork and having more fun!

• Brainstorm words - nouns or verbs that you connect with

• grab a narrative from a favorite song or literary reference

• Then write down 3 ways that the idea could be shown visually

• See if any could be combined

• Speak to your peers - they have good ideas!

• Gather your inspirations on Pinterest and/or in your sketchbook

• Search for "ink drawing _______________" or "line drawing _______________"

• Your paper will be 14"x 17" and so keep these proportions in mind:

  • 6"x 7.5" for a 1:2 grid ratio

  • 8"x 10" for a 1:1.5 grid ratio

BLOG REFLECTION

This is located on the assignment sheet you were given at the start of the assignment.

It is directly below the critique titled "Artist Statement & Reflection"