Sketchbook Assignment – Elements of Art

Instructions:

1. Choose Your Subject:

• Select a subject for your drawing. This could be a still life, a landscape, a figure, or an abstract composition. Consider what elements of art you want to emphasize.

1. Gather Materials:

• Sketchbook or paper (any size)
• Pencils (HB and 2B recommended)
• Eraser
• Colored pencils, markers, or watercolor (optional)
• Any additional materials you wish to incorporate (e.g., collage items, ink)

1. Plan Your Composition:

• Before you start drawing, take a moment to plan your composition. Consider the arrangement of elements and how they will interact on the page. Make rough thumbnails if needed.

1. Incorporate 5 of the 7 Elements of Art Listed Below:

• Line: Use various types of lines (straight, curved, thick, thin) to outline shapes or create movement in your drawing.
• Shape: Identify and incorporate different shapes in your composition. These can be geometric (squares, circles) or organic (free-form shapes).
• Form: Render or draw with perspective lines a 3-D object such as a cube, cylinder, pyrmid, or sphere to add depth to your artwork.
• Color: If using color, think about how it enhances your drawing. Choose a color scheme (analogous, complementary, etc.) to evoke mood or focus attention.
• Value: Different shades of a color, light or dark, or grayscale shades of light and dark, can be used to create the illusion of light and shadows.
• Texture: Create the illusion of texture through your drawing techniques. Consider how different materials can simulate textures (e.g., rough, smooth, soft).
• Space: Consider the use of positive and negative space in your drawing. How does the arrangement of shapes create a sense of depth or flatness?

1. Create Your Drawing:

• Begin your drawing using your chosen materials. Focus on integrating the five elements as you work. Dont hesitate to experiment with different techniques and styles.

1. Reflect on Your Work:
2. Once your drawing is complete, take a moment to reflect.
3. Make a copy of this Google Doc,
5. by opening the link, clicking “file”, then “Make a copy”.
6. Write your first and last name, and the date.
7. Insert an image of your artwork.
8. Write a brief paragraph in your sketchbook addressing the following:

• What elements did you choose, and how did they contribute to your overall composition?
• How did the interplay between these elements enhance the message or feeling of your piece?