| Drawing I Linear Drawing: a basic introduction to rendering forms through line Proper use of materials. Use of straight lines to indicate outline of form upon which will be added accurate details. Line emphasis to project form; Focal point; Edges. Comparisons: vertical, horizontal and proportional; method of self-correcting one’s visual accuracy.Process of making corrections and re-drawing; Marginalia sketching. Mark making; variety of lines; repetition of line to create spacial divisions; the use of cross-contour lines to create dimension and perspective of simple forms. Mass Drawing: Rendering a series of forms within a composition in a balanced tonal relationship.Create a scale of 5-values from black to white; Create a scale of 7-9 values.Laying in the Mid-tone; Rendering the relative tonal relationship between a series of objects and the background. Re-evaluating tonal relationships to create a balanced tonal map.Line as a construct vs. tonal understanding; Edges and Texture to create focal area. Value: Rendering forms in light and shadow; Chiaroscuro and the single light source. Use of a single light source to create the sensation of 3-dimensions on a 2- dimensional surface; How the feeling of dimension varies according to one’s position in relationship to the light source- i.e. object is backlit, front lit, side lit etc.Understanding the 5-value method to achieve 3- dimensions- light, highlight, middle value, shadow edge and cast shadow, reflected light. Drama and contrast of 5 vs. 9 values.Rendering a still-life of organic forms in 5 values on white paper.Rendering a single object (organic form) in 5-values on toned paper. Perspective: Understanding the picture plane and identifying the horizon line. One-point perspective: A single vanishing point- when a surface of an object is parallel to the picture plane.Two-point perspective: Two vanishing points- when the surface of an object is not parallel to the picture plane.The use of cross-contour lines for near objects to understand the perspective of receding forms. How to place complex objects into simple boxes and put into perspective. Ellipses- circles in perspective. Composition: Methods to creating a strong design. Division of Thirds- preferred contemporary method.Rabatment- the 19th and early 20th century’s preferred method to achieve strong design.Applying each method.The sketch- preliminary idea sketches for designs. The Human Figure: Creating a simple armature for gesture drawing The armature as the basic framework for the action and proportion of the figure. Techniques to render the figure quickly. The use of dynamic lines to create movement and achieve a sensation of life. Copy of a male figure/understanding of scale. |
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