Light Bulb Study

Objective:

Create a drawing of a light bulb that focuses on shading and composition. Then use your imagination to transform it.

Big Idea:

Students will create space in their drawings though the use of the design elements: shade and composition in addition to their imaginations.

Essential Questions:

How does an artist render an object so it looks realistic?

How does an artist take a simple object and make it interesting?

How does an artist show light on an object?

How does an artist use their creativity in combination with something from the real world?

Student Examples:

Rubric:

Standards:

1.1.12 D1 – Common themes exist in artwork from a variety of cultures across time and are communicated through metaphor, symbolism, and allegory.

1.3.12 D1 – How individuals manipulate the elements of art and principles of design results in original portfolios that reflect choice and personal stylistic nuance.

1.3.12 D2 – How individuals manipulate the elements of art and principles of design results in original portfolios that reflect choice and personal stylistic nuance.

1.3.12 D4 – Artists interpret/render themes using traditional art media and methodologies as well as new art media and methodologies.

1.3.12 D5 - Two- and three-dimensional artworks can be rendered culturally specific by using the tools, techniques, styles, materials, and methodologies that are germane to a particular cultural style.

1.4.12 A1 - Recognition of fundamental elements within various arts disciplines (dance, music, theatre, and visual art) is dependent on the ability to decipher cultural implications embedded in artworks.