ESSENTIAL QUESTION:
What are the elements of art and principles of design?
Why is knowing the EOA & POD important?
How do artists use the EOA & POD to create meaning in artworks?
WHY?
Art Concept:
Foundation of art and design
Life:
Visual Literacy
ASSIGNMENT
Complete the following assignments to gain an understanding of the elements and principles of art
Requirements:
Prep:
Elements of art notes- 10 points
Principles of design notes- 10 points
Checking for understanding:
Art Description- 24 points
Quiz- 20 points
Total- 64 points
Requirements:
Prep:
Elements of art notes- 10 points
Principles of design notes- 10 points
Checking for understanding:
Art Description- 24 points
Quiz- 20 points
Total- 64 points
ELEMENTS OF ART
The building blocks used by artists to create a work of art
PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN
The way that artists use the elements of art in a work of art.
ART DESCRIPTION
WHY IS LEARNING THE ELEMENTS OF ART AND THE PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN IMPORTANT?
(1) describe what an artist has done
(2) analyze what is going on in a particular piece
(3) communicate our thoughts and findings using a common language.
(2) analyze what is going on in a particular piece
(3) communicate our thoughts and findings using a common language.
Use the elements and principles to describe the artwork below using the template provided. Use the academic language you learned when studying the elements and principles. You will be graded on your appropriate use of terms.
Carol Gouthro, “Portal #2 Anthozoa Enticement”
26” x 17” x 7″, Terracotta, handbuilt, press molded slip cast with slips, underglazes and glazes
26” x 17” x 7″, Terracotta, handbuilt, press molded slip cast with slips, underglazes and glazes
