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Surrealism

Posted by cgaub on 5th January 2010

 Surrealism Notes
Pg 162-165 Portfolios Textbook

An art style Beginning in Europe Popular 1924 to 1950′s

Surrealism: A type of artwork that includes realistic images but makes them appear strange and dream-like.

Moods: •Mysterious •Humorous •frightening

Techniques:

  • Nighttime Scenes
  • Cool or Neutral Colors –Blue, green, violet –Black, Brown, White, Grey
  • Realistic Objects
  • Unrealistic placement of objects
  • Shadows
  • Use of Symbols (images that represent an idea)
  • Unreal Proportions

Long Term Project #1: Surrealism:

Due Date: January 19, 2010 Value: 100 points 

Definition: A style of art developed in the 1920’s that combines realistic images with dream-like ideas.

Note: Surrealism is NOT the same as Fantasy, so dragons, fairies and imaginary creatures or outer space should not be part of your images. 

Resources: Read Portfolios Textbook Pages 162-165 and watch Slide Show of Surrealism Samples.

Acceptable Media: Drawings in pencil or colored pencil; magazine collage; digital collage using Adobe Photoshop; Paint (Tempera or Acrylic) and Found Object Sculpture.

Requirements:

  1. MUST fit the definition of Surrealism and have a story/ meaning behind the art.
  2. MUST use 2 or more techniques of surrealism (example: cool and neutral colors; out of proportion; unrealistic placement of objects; nighttime scenes.)
  3. MUST complete a rough draft and have it approved before moving on to final draft.
  4. Final Draft must represent at least 4 hours of dedicated work time.
  5. Final Draft must have a written reflection/artist’s statement attached.
  6. Must have a title that adds to the understanding of the artwork.

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First Week “Creative Name” Challenge

Posted by cgaub on 17th November 2008

First week of the trimester students were challenged to create some art that included their name. The only guidelines were to show your skill and personality in their name art. Several examples were shown(including radial symmetry and mirroring text.) They had drawing and collage centers open.  See more student Creative Name art in the gallery.

 

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