Principles and Elements Panorama Abstract Art Book
Materials: Colored sulphite construction paper
Masking tape
Scissors
Tempera paint
Oil pastels
Step 1: Choose a single shape. This will bring unity to the piece. Make 3 of these. Unity is created because the same basic shape is repeated throughout the composition; unity is often created by repetition of art elements.
Step 2: Make 5 more of your chosen shape. Make these with variations of size or form. Vary the proportions of the sides of the shapes. Make some of the variations as dramatic as possible. Create contrast. Variety and interest are attained by making variety of the basic shape.
Step 3: Discuss how the arrangement of shapes can create a feeling of movement and rhythm in the composition. After experimenting with possible combinations, tape the shapes into place. Try to create a sense of movement along the long horizontal page of the accordion book.
Step 4: Create emphasis and contrast by adding a new kind of shape in the same or a different color.
Step 5: Using oil pastels, add lines which will enhance the sense of movement in your piece.
Step 6: Using oil pastels, enhance the composition by creating areas of pattern and texture through repetition of points, lines, or shapes. Choose a color that contrasts the color used to create the original shapes (step 1).
Step 7: Using tempera paint, choose a color that contrasts the color used to create areas of pattern and texture, and paint a layer over the entire long horizontal page of the accordion book.
Step 8: Use masking tape to mask off a pattern which extends from the start of the horizontal page of the accordion book to the end of the horizontal page.
Step 9: Using tempera paint, choose a color that contrasts the color chosen in step 7. Paint a layer over the entire long horizontal page of the accordion book.
Step 10: Peel the masking tape off. You may also choose to peel off some of the shapes. This creates contrast.
Step 11: Select two contrasting colors of construction paper. Cut paper into strips and add weaved areas of paper to the composition.
Consider the entire composition. Does it have a symmetrical or an asymmetrical balance? Add shapes or lines to complete the composition.
Finish book by making an “About the Author” page and a cover which displays your knowledge of layering techniques.
Jen- Fun Book!
ReplyDeleteThe postmodern theme I recognize is Mixing Media. The skills demonstrated are collage and experimentation with tempera, oil pastels, masking tape and cut paper. The underlying theme I noticed was experimentation. I was confused by the title of the book "Layering" as I was looking for the Postmodern application of multiple photocopy images/texts, but visually understand the use of mixing media to effectively feel "Layering".
postmodern themes - layering, mixed media
ReplyDeleteskills/content - collage, use of mixed media
social concern/theme - the theme i see throughout your book is experimenting with different materials and colors.
feedback - i agree with Jane. although i definitely see layering throughout the book, i also see the use of mixed media and contrasting colors just as much. but on a positive note, i really like that this seems more like a fun project for secondary students to do. it gives the students the freedom of not worrying about what the teacher expects from them and instead focuses on experimenting with different materials and learning about multiple postmodern principles.
Postmodern themes: Mixed Media, Assemblage Art
ReplyDeleteLove the mute pastel colors, the whole book has a real dream-like quality due to these color choices. The layering also adds alot of dimension to something that is typically very 2D
I definitely notice the Eric Carle influence, but would have liked to see some painted paper with more texture to really connect this to his work. The collage and colors are right, but his dry brushing and sponging techniques on the paper are what really makes his work amazing in my opinion.
I totally like the book and see layering, but not in the way it's described by Barrett. "because of photo-mechanical reproduction, images are inexpensive, plentiful, and readily available.....artists pile images on top of each other, this changing the meanings of the images"
ReplyDeleteThe postmodern themes I see are mixed media and layering. The skills and content of the book are collage and painting.
ReplyDeleteI really like that you added a lot of different elements to the process. The assignment has them working with cut out shapes, oil pastels, tempera paint, and masking. I also like the idea of pulling off some of the shapes with the tape.
I don't think it is necessary to use layering the way Barrett described. The way you layered paper works fine. However if you wanted, you could use found images to add more meaning or a social concern.
Jen,
ReplyDeleteThe strongest postmodern principle I see in your book is mixing media. I do see that your intention is in the layering theme but I think in postmodern art, layering is more about concept than physically layering.
Again the mixing of media seems to be the most evident skill but I also recognize strong composition, craftsmanship, and attention to detail. The social concern or theme is not clear to me but the book is very visually stimulating. Excellent work!
-Stephen