1. © 2011 J. Paul Getty Trust Understanding Formal Analysis Principles of Design The principles of design describe the ways that artists use the elements of art in a work of art. Balance is the distribution of the visual weight of objects, colors, texture, and space. If the design was a scale, these elements should be balanced to make a design feel stable. In symmetrical balance, the elements used on one side of the design are similar to those on the other side; in asymmetrical balance, the sides are different but still look balanced. In radial balance, the elements are arranged around a central point and may be similar. Emphasis is the part of the design that catches the viewer’s attention. Usually the artist will make one area stand out by contrasting it with other areas. The area could be different in size, color, texture, shape, etc. Movement is the path the viewer’s eye takes through the work of art, often to focal areas. Such movement can be directed along lines, edges, shape, and color within the work of art. Pattern is the repeating of an object or symbol all over the work of art. Repetition works with pattern to make the work of art seem active. The repetition of elements of design creates unity within the work of art. Proportion is the feeling of unity created when all parts (sizes, amounts, or number) relate well with each other. When drawing the human figure, proportion can refer to the size of the head compared to the rest of the body. Rhythm is created when one or more elements of design are used repeatedly to create a feeling of organized movement. Rhythm creates a mood like music or dancing. To keep rhythm exciting and active, variety is essential. Variety is the use of several elements of design to hold the viewer’s attention and to guide the viewer’s eye through and around the work of art. Unity is the feeling of harmony between all parts of the work of art, which creates a sense of completeness. E d u c a t i o n The J. Paul Getty Museum

2. Painting/Scul pture Home Work #1 Take a photo of an animal. Print the photo and glue it into your sketchbook. Outline the shapes that you see in the animal on top of the photo Draw the animal on the opposite page using shapes – Dues Thursday *Sculpture Students – draw it from three sides III’s: Do this with the planes of a face –self portrait and the animal

3. Elements and Principles Photo Scavenger Hunt *In groups of three work to Photograph objects outside and in the room that represent each element and principle below. *Zoom in, change the angle and make your photos interesting. (use the worksheet-one due for each group) *print the photos and attach them to the worksheet (due the next day). Art III: connect your photos with a theme(color, nature, etc.) http://www.trentsizemore.com/element s-of-art/elements-texture/

4. Assignment Painting II,III/Sculpture II,III *Each member of the group chose one element photo and one principle photo. Cut the photos out and collage them together on a page in your sketchbook. *Use a shape composition to organize your defining elements. *Grid the collage and then transfer the outline and value outlines to a new surface *Using acrylic paint and a monochromatic theme paint the gridded work(like a paint by number) *Add your painted animal or face to the work using a contrasting color

5. Terms Review Poster Present (Terms you will hear and be responsible for knowing during this assignment) In groups of three create a poster describing these terms. (Due Wednesday) slip Score Kiln Kneed Fire Stages of Clay 1. Green 2. Leather 3. Bone Dry 4. Bisque ware 5. Glaze ware Pinch Coil Slab

6. “Slab” Building Assignment * Using the geometric drawing you made of the animal, use slabs to recreate it on a large scale. *Pick two photos from your scavenger hunt to create the texture and theme of your animal’s surface *Size Requirement minimum (9X10X9) –laying down or standing up

7. Elements Line Shape Color Form Space Texture Value

8. 1. Use the first ten min of class to finalize your About Me art work 2. Gallery Critique over About Me Painting Don’t forget about your homework this week-shape animal Due Thursday in sketchbook Please pay any money at the beginning of class before the critique

9. Painting II Gallery Critique directions 1. Hang your art on the cabinets 2. Get a sheet of paper out and respond to the critique questions (write down ahead of time) 3. Walk the room and answer the critique questions about one other person’s work