VALUE DRAWING

Value refers to the use of lightness and darkness in a piece of artwork, but is visible all around us...

VALUE refers to the use of lightness (TINTS) and darkness (SHADES) in a piece of artwork, but is visible all around us...

Light and shadow is what allows us to see and recognize objects around us.

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GOALS

• Develop ability to apply various levels values.
• Increase hand-eye coordination.
• Develop ability to draw from an example.

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VALUE ASSIGNMENT OPTIONS

• Value grid (7x5)
• Mirror Image Reflection
• Artist's Choice; must include a 10-step value scale (may include more if desired)

1. VALUE GRID (Emerging)

• Using a ruler, create 4 bars going lengthwise across drawing paper
• Use ruler to divide into 7 equal segments. (1 inch minimum)
• Create a value scale darkest to lightest using 5 different shading techniques.

Example: Value Grid

2. MIRROR IMAGE VALUE DRAWING (Advanced)

• Choose a magazine image.
• Cut in half down middle of subject.
• Tape to drawing paper.
• Use value to create the mirror image of your picture.
• Picture must take up half of drawing paper.

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3. 10-STEP VALUE SCALE (Expert)

• Subject matter is student's choice
• Must include a 10-step value scale somewhere in your drawing

Example: 10 Step Value Scale

DUE YESTERDAY!!

• Value Drawings (2/3)
• Value Assessment

Example: 12 Step Value Scale in object.

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2 POINT PERSPECTIVE

2PP IS CREATED WITH:

• Horizon line (across)
• Vertical lines (up/down)
• Vanishing Points
• Shading techniques

In addition to the building we created together, your finished work will include:

PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

• Horizon line
• Vanishing Points
• AT LEAST 7 3D shapes (not including the one we did together)
• A light source
• Shading techniques to create depth and shadow
• DUE DATE: Friday Sept. 11