Metal Still Life - Draw/Paint I
Students create a "larger than life" drawing from direct observation with this project. The concepts of "sighting" and proportion are reinforced as they create their outlines from a small personal still life they set up on their table. Students are taught how to properly shade and blend as they build up value contrast using black and white charcoal. To bring a twist and emphasis to the negative space they add texture using white acrylic paint. The elements and principles of line, shape, value, contrast, space, repetition and balance are utilized.