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ART III/IV AP

WELCOME!
Introductions
Why did you decide to take AP art this year?
What do you expect to get out of it?

MR. HENSLEY
Why I make/made landscape paintings

RESPOND TO THE FOLLOWING

Different artists and artworks present different views of nature. Do you
think that nature has a particular essence, such as threatening or
peaceful? Why or why not?
Based on the landscape paintings you have seen, do you think artists
have a different view of nature than non-artist? Why or why not?
In all of the paintings you have looked at, nature always shows some
sign of human presence. Is there a correct way for human beings to
interact with nature? What might it be and why do you think so?

LUNCH!

LANDSCAPE
You are going to go outside and make an artwork based upon the
landscape. To help you get started think about the following;
A good landscape painting is not just a demonstration of competent applica
tion of paint. It must offer a feeling of homage to the subject.
Keith Shackleton

DRILL: WHAT QUESTION DOES YOUR

ARTWORK ASK?
Objective: Students will share the artwork they created inspired by the
landscape. Afterwards, we will discuss your September homework
assignment and expectations.
Agenda:
Share Artwork
Intro into Sept. Home Assignment
Prepare objects for Still Life Drawing

SEPTEMBER HOME ASSIGNMENT

IN CLASS ASSIGNMENT
Students will create a still life drawing in pencil or charcoal that depicts
a family portrait. Each object should be symbolic, how many objects
you choose is up to you. In this lesson you will be expected to pay
particular attention to;

Composition
Positive and Negative Space
Sighting (accuracy)
Proportion
Tone and Values

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Check THIS out.

WARM-UP

HOW CAN AN ARTWORKS COMPOSITION BE USED AS A METAPHOR? LOOK TO

THE ARTWORKS BELOW TO HELP ILLUSTRATE WHAT YOU ARE THINKING.

PRINCIPLES OF COMPOSITION

YOUR TASK FOR CLASS

Create 3 thumbnail sketches

Sketches need to focus on:
Lighting
Composition
Storytelling
Positive and negative space
A principle of composition

SKETCH DISCUSSION
Pair up with someone and share what your ideas are on your still life.
Give one suggestion to make them better
Ask one good question
Give one compliment