Artist One-Pager
100 points
100 points
Below are some videos of artists you can use for your one-pager.
You are not limited to these artists.
Feel free to choose from the 144 other artists on the list below and focus on an artist who inspires you.
The Mona Lisa
The Great Wave
Starry Night
Waterlillies
2) Requirements:
Other artists you can choose from:
Choose one artist and one of their most famous artworks.
You will create a one-page layout that clearly shows your research and your own thinking. Use good paper and color pencils only.
Your page must include:
Artist’s Name
Art Movement the artist is connected to
Description of what is happening in the artwork:
SEE: Describe what you notice. What objects, colors, textures, or details stand out? What’s in the background? Did you discover anything surprising when you looked more closely?
THINK: What thoughts or interpretations come up for you? Does it connect to your own life or artwork in any way?
WONDER: What questions do you have about the artist’s choices, techniques, or meaning? How might this artwork influence your own?
Example for SEE:
“I see a deep blue sky that makes the bright orange sun stand out as the emphasis of the painting because the artist used complementary colors (blue and orange), which creates strong contrast."
3) BEFORE you begin your one-pager, plan your layout/composition in a thumbnail sketch
Where will your title go?
The artwork?
Your see/think/wonder?
What other things can you add to make your one-pager more interesting?
Brainstorm your layout ideas through a small sketch to see which will be the best set-up for your final work.
*This is your PLAN, not your 1-pager.
*This is your brainstorm, not your 1-pager
Add banners, callouts, or other ideas to elevate your work and give it a WOW-factor!
Use color schemes (warm, cool, complementary...) to create an emphasis.
Add value to fill in empty spaces.
Original layout designs might include a cartoon version of the artist, windows that open to explain your thoughts behind the artwork, or other unexpected details that create a WOW-factor.
EXAMPLES of one-pager layouts:
I included the artist’s name in a banner or other artistic way on the page.
I identified the art movement that the art and artist belong to.
I included a small sketch of the artist’s most famous work, along with the title.
I described what is happening in the artwork.
IN YOUR OWN WORDS & USE THE ELEMENTS & PRINCIPLES
I completed a SEE reflection with clear details from the artwork.
I completed a THINK reflection that explains my own ideas or connections.
I completed a WONDER reflection with thoughtful questions.
I used at least 2 elements of art in my observations (e.g., shape, form, line, value, texture, color, space).
I used at least 2 principles of design in my reflections (e.g., unity, balance, movement, rhythm, pattern, emphasis, contrast).
My layout is organized, neat, and easy to read.
My writing was neat and used complete sentences.