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Objective 1: Using the fundamentals of composition create 4 squares that focus on separate Elements & Principles of Art.
Square 1: Balance
Square 2: Movement
Square 3: Rhythm
Square 4: Emphasis
Objective 2: Produce a unified work from the 4 squares.
Square 1: Balance
Square 2: Movement
Square 3: Rhythm
Square 4: Emphasis
Objective 2: Produce a unified work from the 4 squares.
1. Begin by drawing patterns on the square, keeping the images on or as close to the edge of the paper as possible. Remember that to create a line, a double line needs to be drawn, connected & then cut out.
2. Once the images are drawn, begin to cut out with the craft knife. If this is your first experience with a craft knife, try not to hold the knife too tightly. This can cause hand fatigue. Make sure that the blade is being pulled with the blade perpendicular to the paper rather than angled. Finally for safety, avoid holding the paper with your other hand and pulling the knife towards your hand; rather place the stabilizing hand on the side of the knife path.
3. Once all of the shapes have been cut out, it is time to begin assembling. I have found that if the pieces are first placed on the paper in the desired positions, before gluing; that there is less chance of gluing something in the wrong place. Ok," it's not wrong, just another design opportunity." Saying that, you will find that you needed to cut another piece (or pieces) to complete your altered design.
4. Notice how each piece becomes the mirror image of the negative space. Images that are placed on the edge of the paper should touch at the edge. Once dry placement is done to your satisfaction then begin gluing the pieces in place. Try to avoid glue that is very watery, as this will wrinkle your paper. Remember that a THIN coat of glue is less likely to ooze out from under your paper, then a liberally applied amount. Have Fun!!
2. Once the images are drawn, begin to cut out with the craft knife. If this is your first experience with a craft knife, try not to hold the knife too tightly. This can cause hand fatigue. Make sure that the blade is being pulled with the blade perpendicular to the paper rather than angled. Finally for safety, avoid holding the paper with your other hand and pulling the knife towards your hand; rather place the stabilizing hand on the side of the knife path.
3. Once all of the shapes have been cut out, it is time to begin assembling. I have found that if the pieces are first placed on the paper in the desired positions, before gluing; that there is less chance of gluing something in the wrong place. Ok," it's not wrong, just another design opportunity." Saying that, you will find that you needed to cut another piece (or pieces) to complete your altered design.
4. Notice how each piece becomes the mirror image of the negative space. Images that are placed on the edge of the paper should touch at the edge. Once dry placement is done to your satisfaction then begin gluing the pieces in place. Try to avoid glue that is very watery, as this will wrinkle your paper. Remember that a THIN coat of glue is less likely to ooze out from under your paper, then a liberally applied amount. Have Fun!!
Materials
2 black paper & 2 white paper squares (6"x6")
Color construction paper
pencil
cutting board
craft knife
scissors
1 larger sheet of paper for mounting the art work on.
Glue
Color construction paper
pencil
cutting board
craft knife
scissors
1 larger sheet of paper for mounting the art work on.
Glue