EPR - Elements and Principles Review with Cover Design of Sketchbook Overview
Elements and Principles Review with Cover Design of Sketchbook
Introduction
When most students begin drawing, there is an expectation that an image automatically comes to mind and the hand transfers the idea on paper easily. However, that expectation can lead to great frustration.
Try to think about drawing as a PROCESS, not an end product. Drawing is a form of thinking. In fact, many ideas develop after we start drawing not just before. Also, drawing is a skill-based activity. That means that you improve the more you draw. When you draw, you will also develop your style or your “mark”. This will be evident in your work as we go through the projects in this class.
In this module, we will examine some ways to think about drawing as we learn more about the History and Function of Drawing. We will then review the Elements and Principles of Art. Finally, we will create a design to personalize your sketchbook and show your knowledge of Elements and Principles.
Module Lessons Preview
In this module, we will study the following topics:
The History and Function of Drawing and Mark-Making: Students will discuss ways of thinking about drawing and explore how drawing has been used throughout history.
Review of Elements and Principles of Art: Students will review some general terms for visual arts and explore examples of each.
Create a Design for your Sketchbook Cover Combining Elements and Principles: Students will create a design to personalize their sketchbooks and show their knowledge of the Elements and Principles of Art.
Module Key Terms
Shape - an element of art that has a two-dimensional area that is defined in some way.
Line - an element of art that is a path of a moving point through space.
Texture - an element of art that refers to how things feel or look as if they feel.
Form - an element of art that is a three-dimensional object, having height, width, and depth.
Value - an element of art that describes the lightness or darkness of an object.
Space - an element of art concerning the area between, around, above, below, or within objects.
Color - an element of art that is derived from reflected light.
Rhythm - a principle of design that indicates movement through the repetition of elements or objects.
Pattern - a principle of design with a decorative surface design of repeated elements.
Movement - a principle that creates the look and feeling of action.
Variety - a principle of design concerning different and contrasting elements.
Proportion - a principle of design concerning size relationships of one part to another.
Harmony/Unity - a principle of design stressing the similarities of separate but related parts.
Emphasis - a principle of design One part of an artwork that is dominant over another.
Balance - a principle of design concerning equalizing visual forces or elements.
Organic/Freeform - An irregular form often found in nature.
Symmetrical Balance - The type of balance where objects are the same on either side of a vertical axis.
Cast Shadow - A shadow that is cast by an object or figure in a painting or other drawing.
Highlight - A bright or reflective area in a painting, picture, or design which is the lightest area of the form.
Core Shadow - It is the darkest area of the shadow where the light and shadow meet.
Reflected Light - The area on an object where the light bounces off the surface of the table and back onto the object. If the surface is smooth and shiny, like glass, water, or polished metal, the light will reflect at the same angle as it hit the surface.
Mid Tone - The area of a form that represents the surface area between the highlights and the shadows.
Elements of Art - The elements of art are line, shape, form, texture, value, color, and space.
Principles of Art - The principles of art are guidelines for organizing the elements to create good design.
Figure - Figure refers to the positive space in a design and ground refers to negative space.
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