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Hey Artists! Let's get into Art Distance Learning!
Hey Artists! Let's get into Art Distance Learning!
Remember that YOU are CREATIVE! You can make something AMAZING with limited supplies when you change your thinking about everyday objects. We've got this!
First, Check This Out! (5:29)
First, Check This Out! (5:29)
Then, Do This!
Then, Do This!
- See if you can collect the following:
- old magazines, old newspapers (that everybody is done reading)
- chopstick or pencil
- liquid glue or glue stick
- liquid glue (or Mod Podge if you have it)
Challenge #1: Let's make a different kind of pottery!
Challenge #1: Let's make a different kind of pottery!
We will need to be flexible as we embark on our "clay" and "sculpture" trimesters. Enjoy making a different kind of pottery!
First, Watch This! (2:33)
First, Watch This! (2:33)
IMG_8008.movHere is a quick video of how I made the paper "straws". It took a few tries before I figured out the best way for me to do it, but this seemed to work pretty well.
Then, Give it a Try!
Then, Give it a Try!
This is ONE way to create a magazine bowl. Feel free to look into other ways if you're interested
- Roll strips of (old) magazine or newspaper pieces into "straw" until you have lots of uniform straws. Glue the ends to keep them rolled *I rolled the magazine pages around a chopstick (see video)
- Flatten the "straws" with your finger or a pencil
- Curl flat paper "straws" tightly around a skewer, toothpick, or pencil tip, trying to avoid having any open spaces. *This should be a tight coil.
- To add another straw, "nest" the end of the next straw into the open end of the last one.
- Continue to grow the disk of magazine rolls until you have reached the size you want the top of the bowl to be.
- Glue the last "straw" to the one before it, securing the end.
- GENTLY form the shape of the bowl making sure that the magazine strips don't slip too far out of place.
- Paint the finished bowl with liquid glue or Mod Podge (if you have it) to set the bowl in place.
What I learned:
What I learned:
Making a magazine bowl was lots of fun! It was relaxing and I enjoyed being able to turn an old catalog into something new.
At first, I felt frustrated with rolling the magazines because the chopstick kept getting stuck, but I persevered and figured out a way that worked best for me. I'm proud of the little bowl that I made :)
The top of mine is wrapped in a rubber band - I haven't glued it yet. I might make it bigger because I rolled extra straws.
Have fun!
Flat disk, before forming
Formed into a bowl
It can hold stuff! Success!
Challenge #2: Andy Goldsworthy and Land Art!
Challenge #2: Andy Goldsworthy and Land Art!
First, Watch This! (1:54)
First, Watch This! (1:54)
Then, Do This!
Then, Do This!
- Create an ephemeral (temporary) "Land Art" installation in a safe outdoor space by using things found on the ground outside (pinecones, sticks, leaves, stones, pine needles, acorns, mud, etc.)
- *Please be kind to nature and use what is already on the ground
- Can't get to an outdoor space? Try creating a temporary installation inside with objects that you have around your home
- Document your work and submit below
Check out some of Andy Goldworthy's work.
Check out some of Andy Goldworthy's work.
- What challenges might Andy face when he uses natural materials to create his art?
- Andy created "ephemeral art" which means that it lasts for only a short time.
- We're experiencing his work through photographs. Imagine you were walking and came upon one of his works. How would that experience be different?
- What risk is Andy taking when he creates art in public spaces? How is this different than art in a museum?
Challenge #3: Bringing together Doodles and Found Objects
Challenge #3: Bringing together Doodles and Found Objects
First, Watch This! (2:34)
First, Watch This! (2:34)
Christoph Niemann is a German artist, author, and animator who incorporates everyday objects into his drawings.
Christoph Niemann is a German artist, author, and animator who incorporates everyday objects into his drawings.
*drawing style is not very realistic, but portrays a sense of character and humor
And This (0:58)
And This (0:58)
Edgar Artis is an Armenian fashion illustrator who uses everyday objects to create beautiful designs.
Edgar Artis is an Armenian fashion illustrator who uses everyday objects to create beautiful designs.
*drawing is more realistic than Niemann's work
Then, Do This!
Then, Do This!
- Notice shapes of objects from around your home and think about what else those shapes could be!
- Use Christoph Niemann and Edgar Artis as inspiration as you create doodles/drawings that incorporate objects from around your home.
- Exercise your creativity and try something new!
*Your drawings do not need to be perfect!
*Your drawings do not need to be perfect!
Challenge #4: Design Challenge: 2020/2021 Yearbook Cover!
Challenge #4: Design Challenge: 2020/2021 Yearbook Cover!
Yearbooks are on sale until THIS THURSDAY (talk to your grown-up about ordering a yearbook from the link in the last newsletter)!
In the spirit of the yearbook, this week we'll be creating strong yearbook cover drafts for the 2020-2021 yearbook contest!
Do you want to win a free yearbook?
Do you want to win a free yearbook?
- The artist of the chosen yearbook cover wins a FREE yearbook!
- Yearbooks record special memories from your time in school!
What MUST the cover include?
What MUST the cover include?
- "CHMS Memories" OR "Camels Hump Middle School Memories"
- "2020-2021"
- School themes (students, nature, books, etc.)
Got any helpful tips?
Got any helpful tips?
- Clear visuals (not too busy)
- Clear and thoughtful fonts (lettering) to support your theme
- Relatable for all students (not just including your own interests)
- High level of craftsmanship (neat and complete)
Check out the collection of CHMS Memory Book covers since 1995!
Did you know that our mascot used to be "The Crusaders"?
Did you know that our mascot used to be "The Crusaders"?
Don't forget to ask your grown-up about ordering before Thursday, April 30 (link in the last newsletter)
Could YOURS be next??
Could YOURS be next??
Since 1995, students have been designing the CHMS Memory Book cover.
MAKE YOUR MARK ON CHMS HISTORY!
MAKE YOUR MARK ON CHMS HISTORY!
Challenge #5: Forced Perspective
Challenge #5: Forced Perspective
This challenge involves a technique called "Forced Perspective" to create optical illusions in film and photography.
First, watch this
First, watch this
Eggcellent Video (0:30)
Eggcellent Video (0:30)
How was forced perspective in this video?
This is a great super quick intro to Forced Perspective (1:14)
This is a great super quick intro to Forced Perspective (1:14)
Finally, check out how this other art teacher gives great examples of how to use Forced Perspective! (2:21)
Finally, check out how this other art teacher gives great examples of how to use Forced Perspective! (2:21)
Challenge:
Challenge:
Use Forced perspective techniques to make something
BIGGER
smallerBIGGER
CLOSER
F A R T H E R
F A R T H E R
Can you shrink your dog?
Can you shrink your dog?
Can you hold a sibling in the palm of your hand?
Can you hold a sibling in the palm of your hand?
Can you make a toy dinosaur look enormous?
Can you make a toy dinosaur look enormous?
The possibilities are endless!
The possibilities are endless!
Behind the scenes of Elf
Even Bruno Mars uses forced perspective! He is typically filmed from below and has backup dancers in a "v" formation behind him to make him appear taller. (Though there is nothing wrong with being 5'5"!)
Great work, Colin!
Challenge #6: Let's Share a Smile!
Challenge #6: Let's Share a Smile!
This week, we will focus on spreading cheer and positive energy!
First, Watch This! (2:14)
First, Watch This! (2:14)
Here is a nice reminder that kindness is contagious!
Next, Watch This! (1:23)
Next, Watch This! (1:23)
Can you figure out the message of this new work?
Your challenge?
Your challenge?
Make some art to make someone smile!
What do I draw on?
What do I draw on?
scrap of paper, cardboard, cereal box, sidewalk with chalk, whiteboard, etc.
What do I draw?
What do I draw?
Whatever you want!
- A monster eating a sandwich
- A llama riding a skateboard
- A smiling hamster with a bowtie
- A robot on the back of a sea turtle
Should there be words, too?
Should there be words, too?
If you want words, add words!
Why?
Why?
- It's fun!
- It's always fun to put a smile on someone's face! And as we've seen, kindness is contagious!
What do I do with my art?
What do I do with my art?
- Hide your silly works of art around your home for a scavenger hunt for a sibling or a grown-up! Or, hide them for yourself to find later!
- Put them on your mailbox for your mail carrier to see!
- Sidewalk chalk a positive message!
- Send your small works of art in the mail to a friend or relative (who doesn't love getting mail?!)
- Hang a work of art facing out in your window for your neighbors to enjoy!
Does it need to be perfect?
Does it need to be perfect?
Nope!
Have fun!
Have fun!
Challenge #7: Hand Lettering
Challenge #7: Hand Lettering
I have always admired hand lettering, but haven't mastered it yet.
First, Watch This! (5:22)
First, Watch This! (5:22)
Here is a video that I found to get started (5:22)
Your challenge?
Your challenge?
- Practice hand lettering
- Try an upper and lowercase alphabet with consistent and neat lettering
What's the best way to improve lettering?
What's the best way to improve lettering?
- Practice, practice, practice!
- Try using graph paper to make letters consistent and neat
- Take your time!
- Pay attention to the slant, size, and middle section of the letters
Why?
Why?
- Building muscle memory with the shapes of letters
- Consistency
Does it need to be perfect?
Does it need to be perfect?
Nope!
Have fun!
Have fun!
Challenge #8: Cloth Face Masks
Challenge #8: Cloth Face Masks
Since they're the new norm, let's make them cool!
Disney created a line of reusable cloth face masks
Your challenges?
Your challenges?
- Try making your own "no-sew" face mask
- Try sewing a face mask if you have a sewing machine *ask your grown-up for help
- Sketch/design a face mask that you'd want to wear (on paper, not on fabric)
Important info to know if you're going to make a cloth mask:
Important info to know if you're going to make a cloth mask:
According to the CDC, make sure your cloth face covering:
According to the CDC, make sure your cloth face covering:
- fits snugly but comfortably against the side of the face
- completely covers the nose and mouth
- is secured with ties or ear loops
- includes multiple layers of fabric
- allows for breathing without restriction
- can be laundered and machine dried without damage or change to shape
Why wear a face mask?
Why wear a face mask?
- Wearing a simple cloth face covering may help to prevent the spread of COVID-19, keeping you and your community safe and healthy
Make a design/pattern
Make a design/pattern
Masks can make it more challenging to read the facial expressions of others. It can be difficult to pick up on non-verbal cues from people who are wearing a face covering.
How would you decorate a face mask that you'd like to wear?
Would you include:
- facial features?
- patterns?
- colors?
- something specific to represent yourself?
"No-sew" template from the CDC
"No-sew" template from the CDC
Challenge #9: Blindfold Drawing Challenge
Challenge #9: Blindfold Drawing Challenge
Check out the videos of some Author/Illustrators drawing their characters while wearing a blindfold (Thanks, Mr. Madden for sending this along!)
First, Watch This!
First, Watch This!
New Kid Author/Illustrator Jerry Craft draws his characters blindfolded
OR Watch This!
OR Watch This!
Warriors comic series illustrator James L. Barry
Your Challenge?
Your Challenge?
- Try drawing your favorite character or image without looking!
- Think about the shapes and lines of your character/drawing as you're drawing
- Grab a partner and have a contest! Can you figure out what the other person is drawing?
- I found it easiest to not pick up my marker so I didn't lose my spot on the paper
- Have fun!
Here's my drawing of Pebble!
Can't you see the resemblance?! 😂
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