2.  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

3. 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

4.  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

5. 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)

6. EL ANATSUI Materials make all the difference…

8. TAKASHI MURAKAMI Create your own artistic style…