artist letter

three dimensional art

Standards & concepts

CONNECTING
VA6.CN.3.b
Explore the connection between personal artistic creation and one’s relationship to local and global learning communities.
VA8.CN.3
Utilize a variety of resources to understand how artistic learning extends beyond the walls of the classroom
RESPONDING
VA6.RE.2
Critique personal works of art and the artwork of others, individually and collaboratively, using a variety of approaches
CREATING
VA7.CR.2.b
Produce three-dimensional artworks using a variety of media/materials (e.g. clay, papiermâché, cardboard, paper, plaster, wood, wire, found objects, fiber).
PRESENTING
VA8.PR.1.b
Write an artist statement by reflecting on finished works of art.

CONCEPTS

How do artists recognize when their work has achieved its intended purpose and effect?
How do artists and curators determine the most effective presentation method for artwork?

artist letter assignment

1.Design the shape of a letter on drawing paper using a pencil. The letter should be a minimum of 2- 1/2” thick in all areas, but may be up to 14” x 22” in overall size. Cut the letter out and use it as a pattern to trace onto both railroad board pieces, then cut out.

2. Take one letter, rightside-up and glue paper cups onto it, staggering them up and down so the cups fit together, see (A). The more cups used, the stronger the letter will be. Allow glue to dry until tacky (or longer), then glue the top letter in place, being careful to align it with the bottom letter. Allow to dry completely.

3. Take strips of drawing paper and glue the strips across the open areas between the two letters.

4. Paint the flat panels to correspond with the selected theme and artist. Incorporate personal style with the use of media, composition, and emphasis of choice.

5. Write a letter from the first person point of view of the selected artist. Present artworks and letters. Discuss processes and outcomes. Share challenges and new learnings. Appraise the impact of the selected artists on the beliefs, values, and behaviors of society.