 Tell me about you as an artist – particularly discuss your strengths and interests in the visual arts. What have you done successfully before? What would you like to try?  Provide an overview of the concept / theme that you want to explore over the course of the three works in your triptych. How did you come to this idea / how did it develop? Is it an extension or a departure from your previous ideas / preferences as a visual artist? 1. INTRODUCTION

Tell me about your initial ideas for your three art pieces that will be created this semester. For each Art piece, discuss…  What specific idea / subtopic will be explored?  What you are trying to achieve in the work (a specific artistic goal or perhaps message)?  Identify the materials, media, and approximate size / format of each work. 2. BODY PARAGRAPHS

 How do you plan to proceed (i.e. research, planning, execution)?  Discuss any concerns or potential problems you anticipate with the work. _____________________________ Length & Format: Approximately 2 pages in length, double-spaced 12 pt. font (either Arial or Times New Roman) 0.5-1” inch margins 3. CONCLUSION

HOW YOU WILL BE MARKED… Communication (20 marks) Introduction: - How well did you discuss yourself as an artist? (5 marks) - How well did you articulate your overall concept / theme? (2 marks) Body: - How well did you articulate your ideas / subthemes of your three works? (3 marks) - How well did you discuss your goals for your three independent art works? (6 marks) Conclusion: - How well did you explain your plans for your process and anticipating challenges? (4 marks)

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