Resource: Color Wheels

Homework: Warhol Facts

The next project was inspired by the artwork of Andy Warhol. Please find facts about him, his life and his art to better understand the project.

20 facts = A

15 facts = B

10 facts = C

Due - December 15th

Homework: Color Theory

Define the following color sets and list examples for each.
Primary Colors
Secondary Colors
Warm Colors
Cool Colors
Analogous Colors
Complementary Colors
Due - December 15th

Exercise: Color Portrait

Exercise: Shadow & Light Portrait

Harvest a headshot from the internet that has distinct shadows on the face. Then, using the pen tool in Illustrator, trace the shadow and light side of the face as shown during the demonstration. Below is my example.

Out Again!?!

Sorry that I am out again but I have another doctor's appointment. Fun! Fun! Fun!

I printed up instructions on saving your work. Make sure that you set up your folder as I describe on the paper. Also be sure to save all your work in the correct location.

You should also continue working on your "van Gogh Landscape."

See you tomorrow!

Project: Landscape: Before & After

Here is the photograph of a landscape that I harvested from the internet



Here is my painted rendition.

Discussion: Vincent van Gogh

We will be discussing the paintings seen below. Click on the image to enlarge it.

http://www.globalgallery.com

http://www.impressionist-art-gallery.com

http://cuetable.com

Comment: Define Landscape

In a comment, define LANDSCAPE.

Homework: Vincent van Gogh

On a piece of paper, find 20 facts about Vincent van Gogh.

Due start of class, Friday, November 5th, 2009.

No Wade For You!!!

I will not be in today. Please work on finishing your Principles of Design Illustrations. See you Wednesday!

Project: Elements & Principles of Design

For the next assignment you are to illustrate six principles of design. You need to use a single shape as a constant for all images AND you are limited to only black and white (no color or gray). Do not use any distortion tools.

The principles are:

Balance
Contrast
Emphasis
Movement
Pattern
Scale

Below you will find examples of illustrations to represent the Principles of Design.

Balance:
Balance creates visual equality. You can have symmetrical balance, like the wings of a butterfly.
OR you can asymmetrical balance

The image below is the same shapes as above but not balanced. Can you see the difference?


Contrast:
Emphasis:
Movement:
Pattern:
Scale:

Homework: Elements and Principles of Design

It is important that you know and understand not only the principles but elements of design. I would like you to search for and define 7 elements and 7 principles of design. Write them out and cite your source(s).

Exercise: Clothing Replacement

First you need to harvest an image. Be sure it is a photograph depicting the entire body of the person. Using the pen tool, trace the shape of the clothes in the photo.

Next create a patern filled rectangle for each shape you created.

Drag the shapes oon to the pattern. Be sure that your shape is the top most object. Use ctrl+shift+up arrow to move it to the top.

Next, crop out the shapes by first selecting both the pattern filled rectangle and the clothing shape. Then "Modify - Combine - Crop." Repeat process for each piece of clothing.

Move clothing over on top of photo. Save as "Clothes"

Project: Matisse - Sketch

Good Morning!

Before we start working on the computer I would like you to sketch out an idea for the project. I expect you to complete the sketch worksheet which explains your challenge and asks for some additional thoughts.

Your challenge: Like Henri Matisse, create an image which tells story, using cool colored rectangles for the background and warm colored organic shapes in the foreground. Your title should help tell your story.

Below is an example I created.

See you tomorrow!

Sorry I am Out... Again

This time I am out because our boiler is not working correctly and I need to be home for the service visit.

P.S. - The picture is not my boiler.

Discussion: Matisse

Looking at the images below, please complete the "Artist Discussion Worksheet." At the end of class, turn in finished worksheet.

Images found at All-Art.org

Exercise: Warm and Cool 2

Next create organic shapes using the shape tools (rectangle, circle, polygon)and then distorting them using the Free Form tool. Fill the shapes with warm colors to use on the cool side and cool colors on the warm side. You should create 5 - 6 organic shapes for each side.

Here is my example.

Exercise: Warm and Cool

In Freehand create a series of geometric rectangles. Half the canvas should be cool colored rectangles. The other half should be cool colored rectangles. Fill the space as best you can.

Here is an example.

Comment: Baby Wade

Yesterday's doctors appointment brought great news. My wife and I are having a baby boy. Post a comment below with your suggestion for the name. There are only a few rules: name must be appropriate; last name must be Wade; and one of the names (either middle or first must be Owen).
Thank you.

Sorry I am Out

I have a doctor's appointment today out of town and won't be in. Sorry.

First - Be sure you turned in a definition of positive space and for negative space. Several people did not get me those definitions.

Second - Be sure you also handed in definitions for organic and geometric shapes.

Third - Our new project is going to be inspired by the work of Henri Matisse. I would like you to find facts about the life and work of Henri Matisse.

20 facts = A
15 facts = B
10 facts = C

Facts should be written out and be sure to cite your source.

Assignment: File Formats

Please find the what the following file formats stand for and what they are best used for:


.JPG
.EPS
.BMP
.GIF
.PNG

Right out answers. Due Tuesday 09/08

First Assigment: Hello

Below this post you will find a hyperlink for comments. Click the link and you will be brought to the comment page. In the text box type a greeting. Such as "Hi," "Hello," "How are you'" etc.
Scroll down and select "Name/URL" from the "Choose an Identity" choices. Type your name in the "name box" (you do not need to add a URL) and then click "Post Your Comment."
Your comment will not appear to post. I must approve all comments before they publish. Be sure to write your first name and last initial. Any anonymous postings will be rejected.
Also comments are graded rather simply. If you leave a comment, you are guaranteed 2 points if the comment fulfills the assignment's criteria. Doing a little more will gain you 3 points. An incorrect comment, still receives 1 point. 0 points are given to anyone not leaving a comment.

Welcome!

Welcome to the web log developed for computer art period 2.
This blog is going to be used to look at computer art examples and to comment on them. Your comments on this site will count towards your homework grade. Comments can be submitted via this blog or in written format during class. Comments can be simple ("I like it," "I don't like it," etc.) but I may reply to your comment for further feedback ("What do you like about it?" "What would you change?" etc).
This blog will also be used to introduce and remind you of assignments. You should check this blog at the start of each class, unless I tell you otherwise.
You will also be able to share computer art examples you find on the internet with the class. Be respectful and considerate, any inappropriate use of this blog will result in a zero for your homework grade for the semester and any applicable discipline code consequences.
Welcome again and enjoy!