This week the 8th grade started their unit on drawing and realism in art. We started to review the basic geometric solids,shading and the concept of "blocking in forms." Students practiced sketching and shading various geometric forms and realistic subjects in pencil,crayon and pastel.
Student artists have also started a project related to drawing their hand in an expressive or reflective way. The 8th grade artists were given the opportunity to bring in an object to hold that expresses their likes,interests or personality. In addition, students have the option of incorporating a symbol or a collage element in their work that represents something about their interests or personality.
We have also started to review the relationship of the elements of art to this project.
