2-Dimensional Design: Mid-Term Assignment

2DimENsioNaLD e s I g n

Mid-Term Assignment

"For All the Marbles"

Using the techniques and terminology we have learned in this class so far in the semester, you will combine everything into a single, encompassing design. You will use paint, pencil, marker and cut paper as well as collage elements to create this design.

The design will include the following:

Lines that are calligraphic
Lines that are expressive
Horizontal, vertical and diagonal lines
Geometric, biomorphic and amorphic shapes
Simulated texture through rubbing, stamping and drawing
Positive and negative space
The use of perspective in some form
The use of light and dark values
A portion of a work of art or a photograph, converted by you to values of grey
Collage elements of grey, both torn from a magazine and from painted swatches
The incorporation of type in some form (printed and/or handwritten)

It will be achromatic, or existing only in black, white and tones of grey. The finished size will be 16" x 20", mounted to foamboard for a final size of 18" x 22."

You are to work with all of these elements to create a non-traditional self portrait. That means you must create a portrait of yourself in a non-conventional way (one that has not been done before). It does not have to be representational, but it does have to be creative!

Due Friday at the beginning of class. No late work accepted! Mid-term Critique (which will constitute part of your grade for this assignment) will occur at this time as well as your mid-term terminology test. Be ready to rock and roll!

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