Leggett - Middle School Art-Tuesday Assignments

Follow along with the video to see how to create a portrait of a cheetah, inspired by the artist, Carolyn Gavin. 

*You may do a portrait of ANY animal you'd like, I'm just showing you one way to make a cheetah*

Don't forget to take a photo and "turn in"! I can't wait to see your portraits :)

Day 2 of this project involves adding details to finish your tropical leaf and flower. 

I used oil pastels after my paint dried. Other ideas: more paint with a smaller brush, sharpies, chalk pastels, chalk, anything that can be used on top of paint!

You may use any materials you have at your home to create your own version of this project. You're creating ONE tropical leaf and ONE tropical flower. You can do more if you'd like! 

You may view the video or if you prefer to read directions, there is a PDF attached. 

I used 12X19 colored paper and tempera paint. 

Don't forget to upload a photo and "turn in"!!!!

Follow along with the video or the link (if you prefer reading the steps). Although the link and the handouts say "Mother's Day Cards" you can create your card for anyone you'd like! Everyone loves a handmade card, and if you can, what if you mailed it to someone? Everyone loves receiving mail! :)


For your reference, there are two handouts attached: one for making bubble letters and another for line design ideas. 


Don't forget to snap a photo and "turn in" :)

It's spring! Let's create a bird nest with eggs.

Materials:
6"x6" cardboard (from a box, cereal box, etc)
air dry clay (model magic or small "egg-shaped" rocks)
paint in various colors
paintbrush
strips of brown construction paper or painted paper
glue
scissors
twigs (optional)

Watch the attached video for ONE way to create a bird's nest with eggs. I also attached the PDF of the lesson I adapted my video from if you prefer. 


If you have a different way you'd like to create one based on the materials you have at home, go for it! The sky is the limit!!! Don't forget to upload a photo of it and "turn in".

Materials: white paper (any size), square of black paper, pencil, eraser, scissors, glue stick

*this works with any color paper, as long as one of them is a square*

Follow along with the video to make your own Notan!

Notice the due date: if you are a home learner, please submit a photo of your art as you always have done.

Materials: colored or white paper, pencil, sharpie (black and/or colored), something to color with (optional)

Watch the attached video to see how to draw your Zentangle Landscape.

Use any of the attached Zentangle patterns for ideas as you create your landscape and definitely come up with your own! There are also two examples: a black and white landscape and a colored landscape. Which do you want to do?

I also attached a link to a "zentangle landscape" image search. SO MANY OPTIONS!

Materials: pencil, paper, ruler, object to draw

*You will have TWO weeks to complete this project*

Instructions:
1. Choose an ordinary object to draw (real or an image from the Internet).
2. Lightly draw a 4-block grid on your paper with pencil and ruler.
3. Create a series of drawings of the same object - different views - in each block of your grid.
4. Be thoughtful about which view of the object to place in each grid space to VARY the shapes.
5. You may create value using pencil OR colored pencils.

Your completed drawing should have:
- interesting change in the drawings from each grid space (variation).
- a range of values from dark to light (whether you use pencil OR colored pencils)
- smooth shading, sharp and soft edges

Check out the attached link for student examples from @2art.chambers (Lauralee Chambers), a veteran art teacher on Instagram.

Materials:
pencil
watercolors OR washable markers
water
paintbrush

Then check out the Google Slides on how to add shading and color to your paintbrushes. Don't forget to upload a photo and click "turn in".

Check out the attached link for student examples from @2art.chambers (Lauralee Chambers), a veteran art teacher on Instagram.

Then check out the video on how to draw and outline your paintbrushes. Don't forget to upload a photo and click "turn in".

Next week we will add shading and color.

Follow along with the video to learn how to draw an op art heart.

We'll also learn about the color wheel, contrast, and how to use it in your art!

When your op-art heart is complete, upload a photo and click "turn in".

I can't wait to see what you create!!!!

A line is a mark with a greater length than width.

A pattern is made by repeating visual elements in a work of art.

Create 6 of your own patterns on the attached handout or draw them in your sketchbook.

No need to turn it in - just keep it handy for your desert landscape - you'll need your pattern ideas!

Watch the attached video to see how I added my patterns to my desert landscape.

Now add YOUR patterns to YOUR desert landscape.

Take a photo and turn it in! I can't wait to see what you create!

Watch the attached video and follow along for how to begin your desert landscape!

Materials: paper, pencil

The attached PDF "Draw-a-Cactus" is what I used to create the how-to video, so you can also just use that to create your drawing instead of watching the video, or to follow along with the video.
Make sure you remember to use the techniques I talk about in the video to show foreground, middleground, and background. And as always, you are welcome to come up with your OWN desert landscape drawing, as long as it shows foreground, middleground, and background.

The last pdf is my completed line drawing of my desert landscape, show foreground, middleground, and background.

Turn in your drawing in this assignment. AND, keep this drawing safe for next week when we will learn about line, pattern, and using them in our landscape!

Let's do a scavenger hunt! :)

Look for fun objects in your environment. Try to find objects that have an interesting SHAPE or LINES. These can be things like shoes, cups, food, clothes, toys, etc. Find TEN objects and list them on the worksheet (digitally or printed) or list them in your sketchbook.

Once you have your list of 10 objects, pick your 3 FAVORITE objects that you found and draw them using SHAPE and LINE. Ways to share your drawings with me: upload a picture of them in this assignment; upload a video of you sharing them; or come by my office hours and show me!

Office hours: Tuesday and Wednesday, 12-1pm
https://svvsd.webex.com/meet/leggett_jacquelyn

Let's do a scavenger hunt! :)

Look for fun objects in your environment. Try to find objects that have an interesting SHAPE or LINES. These can be things like shoes, cups, food, clothes, toys, etc. Find TEN objects and list them on the worksheet (digitally or printed) or list them in your sketchbook.

Once you have your list of 10 objects, pick your 3 FAVORITE objects that you found and draw them using SHAPE and LINE. Ways to share your drawings with me: upload a picture of them in this assignment; upload a video of you sharing them; or come by my office hours and show me!

Office hours: Tuesday and Wednesday, 12-1pm
https://svvsd.webex.com/meet/leggett_jacquelyn

Let's make some snowflakes! These are a different take on other methods that you might have used in the past.

Materials:
- Paper (copy paper if using "dry" materials such as markers, crayons, colored pencils for color; sketchbook paper if you want to "paint" with markers like we did last week.)<----You'll see in the video why ;)
- pencil
- something circular to trace (roll of masking tape works great!)
- sharpie
If using "paint with markers" method or watercolors:
- paintbrush
-watercup filled with water

This week's video will show you how to "paint" a winter landscape with markers.

Materials:
- paper
- sharpie
- washable markers (greens, blues, black)
- water in water cup
- paintbrush

Watch the video first and then think about what you'd like to 'paint' for your winter landscape. You can follow along with what I made or make your own! I can't wait to see what you come up with!

After reading about the artist and their artwork, answer the question: What is one new thing you learned about the artist, Natsumi Tomita?

Using the attached PDF as a guide, finish the statements:
1. I see...
2. I think...
3. I wonder...

Options to hand in:
- print the pdf, fill in the answers (ignoring title, artist and date), then take a photo or scan it to upload and "turn in".
- fill in the answers in your sketchbook, then take a photo or scan it to upload and "turn in".
- record a video or audio recording finishing the statements, upload it and "turn in".

Fill in at least one blank for each statement

This art lesson was inspired by Lauralee Chambers, a fantastic art teacher in New York.

“Found object” art describes artwork that utilizes objects not conventionally designated as art supplies, and manipulates them, usually while keeping them still recognizable as their original form.

Take a close look at the attached photo: what materials do you see that were used to create the found object turkey?

Materials: any materials that you choose that you can find around your home

*Remember, you are the artist so be creative with the materials you have on hand!

Using the attached PDF as a guide, finish the statements:
1. I see...
2. I think...
3. I wonder...

Options to hand in:
- print the pdf, fill in the answers (ignoring title, artist and date), then take a photo or scan it to upload and "turn in".
- fill in the answers in your sketchbook, then take a photo or scan it to upload and "turn in".
- record a video or audio recording finishing the statements, upload it and "turn in".

Fill in at least one blank for each statement

After reading the interview with the artist in Juxtapoz Magazine, answer the question: What is one interesting thing you learned about the artist, Muzae Sesay?

The other link is the artist's website of his work.

Watch the instructional video to learn how to make an Isometric Drawing!

An isometric drawing is a type of 3D drawing that is set out using 30-degree angles. It's a type of axonometric drawing in which the same scale is used for every axis, resulting in a non-distorted image.

Materials:
isometric dot paper (there's a pdf attached or you can find one online to print)
pencil
something to color with

Watch the attached video tutorial on how to create an ongoing Google Slideshow of your daily drawings for the Daily Drawing Challenge! The challenge will begin on October 6 and end on November 4.

At the end of the challenge, you will "turn in" your slideshow. If you complete each daily drawing, you will have the chance to win a prize!

Look at the artwork carefully.
Use the attached "SPARK" pdf and answer the questions about the artwork.

Options for what to submit:
- You can print out page 1 and write down your answers, take a photo or scan it to submit it.
- You can write down your answers in your sketchbook, take a photo or scan it to submit it.
- You can record a video of yourself answering the questions and upload it to submit it.
- You can create a document, type your answers to the questions and upload it to submit it.

Watch the instructional video to learn how to make tinfoil tie-dye leaves!

This type of printmaking is called a "monoprint".

Materials:
white paper
black sharpie
aluminum foil (slightly larger than the white paper)
washable markers
spray bottle filled with water (make sure it MISTS, not STREAM)

Watch and follow along with the first video of me on how to draw in one-point perspective. You should have 6 cubes completed and your "horizon line" and "vanishing point" labeled. The second video is optional.

Materials: pencil, ruler (or straight edge), paper

Don't forget to "turn in" your one-point perspective drawing!

Look at the artwork carefully.
Use the attached "SPARK" pdf and answer the questions about the artwork.

Options for what to submit:
- You can print out page 1 and write down your answers, take a photo or scan it to submit it.
- You can write down your answers in your sketchbook, take a photo or scan it to submit it.
- You can record a video of yourself answering the questions and upload it to submit it.
- You can create a document, type your answers to the questions and upload it to submit it.

After looking at pictures of Marz jr.'s skyscrapers and real skyscrapers, let's create a retro line drawing of your observations!

Look through the Google Doc to see some pictures of historical skyscrapers in New York City, Marz jr.'s website of his artwork, and the video tutorial to get some ideas! Don't forget to show what you learned about "one-point perspective" in this artwork!

Materials: pencil, sharpie, colored paper, white paper

If you don't have colored paper, you can do this in your sketchbook.

Create a Romero Britto-inspired Pumpkin!

Materials:
- 9x12 white paper or cardstock
- Black sharpie
- markers or colored pencils or crayons (whichever you have at home)

Follow the directions in the attached pdf and/or follow along with me in the video tutorial to create a Britto-inspired patterned pumpkin. Don't forget to take a picture of your work of art and upload it to "turn in". I can't wait to see what you create!

Look at the artwork carefully.
Use the attached "SPARK" pdf and answer the questions about the artwork.

Options for what to submit:
- You can print out page 1 and write down your answers, take a photo or scan it to submit it.
- You can write down your answers in your sketchbook, take a photo or scan it to submit it.
- You can record a video of yourself answering the questions and upload it to submit it.
- You can create a document, type your answers to the questions and upload it to submit it.

Like a journalist investigating a story, use the prompts in the attached PDF to write about the artwork by Christo and Jeanne-Claude. How can you investigate like a journalist and find out more information about the artists and the artwork?

Ways to complete this assignment and turn in:
- print the PDF, fill it out, take a picture or scan it, upload it and "turn in"
- fill out your answers in your sketchbook, take a picture or scan it, upload it and "turn in"
- record a video or audio of yourself answering the questions, upload it and "turn in"

Look at the artwork carefully.
Use the attached "SPARK" pdf and answer the questions about the artwork.

Options for what to submit:
- You can print out page 1 and write down your answers, take a photo or scan it to submit it.
- You can write down your answers in your sketchbook, take a photo or scan it to submit it.
- You can record a video of yourself answering the questions and upload it to submit it.
- You can create a document, type your answers to the questions and upload it to submit it.

Material ideas:
* Objects from nature or everyday objects or junk
* Piece of wood
* Bicycle
* Teapot
* Rock
* Small fir tree
* Old book
* Shell
* Lawnmower
* Kitchen appliance
* Autumn leaves
* Mailbox
* Tool
* Still life items

Supplies and materials to help transform the object into something new:
* Rope
* Feather Assortment.
* Surveyor's plastic flagging ribbon.
* Fabric.
* Foil
* Duct Tape.
* Trash Bags.
* White Glue.
* Toilet paper
* Cardboard
* Tempera Paint. and Brushes
* Drawing Paper., Drawing Pencils. (or choice of medium)

Process:
1. Select an object to transform. Plan a way to change the object so it will look completely new (transformed), but in a way that people can still recognize its original form. Here are a few suggestions for ways to do this:

-Paint "the object" a new color; for example, paint a bunch of autumn leaves bright pink and purple, then lay them carefully in a row in the yard. Push a bamboo skewer through each leaf into the ground so they will not blow away. They will still look like leaves, but completely transformed leaves which will make people stop and stare! Photograph your "installation."

-Wrap "the object" with thin fabric and tie it tightly with string. The original shape of the object will show through the wrapping, but it will be transformed by the covering. For instance, wrap a teapot with thin fabric and tie it with string. Does it still look like a teapot?

-Glue a new and unusual surface onto "the object", like feathers on a teacup, fur all over an old shoe, or a banana tightly wrapped with shiny aluminum foil.

-Attach something to "the object" that does not belong, like wings on a radio, a light switch glued to a computer disk, or a garbage bag over a mailbox (with a hole cut to deliver the mail).

2. Display the object where others will notice and enjoy it.

3. Optional: Draw the wrapped object/objects. Christo made his money from the sale of the prints, drawings and photographs of his land art.

Look at the artwork carefully.
Use the attached "SPARK" pdf and answer the questions about the artwork.

Options for what to submit:
- You can print out page 1 and write down your answers, take a photo or scan it to submit it.
- You can write down your answers in your sketchbook, take a photo or scan it to submit it.
- You can record a video of yourself answering the questions and upload it to submit it.
- You can create a document, type your answers to the questions and upload it to submit it.

Write and design a flyer for this artwork to help sell it at an auction. You can design your flyer digitally or by hand or a combination of both.

Your flyer must include:
- The image of the art
- The artist's name
- The media (art materials) used
- size: no smaller than 8.5 x 11 (regular paper)

This work of art is a type of prayer for the Buddhist monks who created it. The mandala is a symbolic mansion or palace for a deity who resides in the center as the seed of enlightenment. The areas surrounding the center represent the surrounding palace grounds. Contemplation of each of the surrounding areas leads to clearing the mind and finding a path to enlightenment. The deity at the center of this mandala is represented by a symbol. This deity is responsible for clearing away certain obstacles that would keep one from reaching the goal of true enlightenment.

In your sketchbook, brainstorm what your personal goals are and think about what obstacles might keep you from reaching these goals. How could you represent this goal symbolically? Sketch symbols and ideas that represent not only your goal, but the obstacles that hinder its attainment.

Use your brainstorming work and sketches to create your own permanent mandala in the style of the Hayagriva Sand Mandala. Draw your plan for your personal mandala lightly in pencil, then go back and add color to the design, using materials of your choice. Work in the style of the Hayagriva Sand Mandala by starting in the center and then working your way out into the concentric design.

For this week's drawing assignment, pick ONE of the silly drawing prompts and be sure to "turn in" a photo of your artwork! Materials are your choice!

Use the Artist Statement Flow Chart to write an artist’s statement explaining the personal meaning of your mandala.

Use the Artist Statement Sentence Starters if you're feeling stuck.

Look at the artwork carefully.
Use the attached "SPARK" pdf and answer the questions about the artwork.

Options for what to submit:
- You can print out page 1 and write down your answers, take a photo or scan it to submit it.
- You can write down your answers in your sketchbook, take a photo or scan it to submit it.
- You can record a video of yourself answering the questions and upload it to submit it.
- You can create a document, type your answers to the questions and upload it to submit it.

Now it's time to make some art!

Create your work of art this week using any or all words you used in your cinquain poem as inspiration.

Example: From my poem, I am focusing on the words: calming, peaceful.

Based on those words, I might then decide to draw or paint a picture of the ocean at sunset, using lots of blues and greens. The ocean has special meaning to me, because it is my favorite place to go to relax, feel peaceful and calm.

Take a photo of your art and make sure to "turn in" your artwork.

I can't wait to see what you come up with!

Look at the artwork carefully.
Use the attached "SPARK" pdf and answer the questions about the artwork.

Options for what to submit:
- You can print out page 1 and write down your answers, take a photo or scan it to submit it.
- You can write down your answers in your sketchbook, take a photo or scan it to submit it.
- You can record a video of yourself answering the questions and upload it to submit it.
- You can create a document, type your answers to the questions and upload it to submit it.

Fill in the blanks with descriptive words about the artwork to write a cinquain poem. A cinquain poem is a structured verse of five lines that do not rhyme. It was created by Adelaide Crapsey.

-You can print out the PDF and fill in the worksheet, then scan or take a picture of it to upload.
-You can write out your poem in your sketchbook and then scan or take a picture of it to upload.
-You can create a document and type your poem.

Study the artwork for as long as it takes to picture it clearly in your head. Then, put it away and draw and color it from memory in your sketchbook.

Take a picture of your memory drawing and submit it.

Basquiat was heavily influenced by jazz and hip-hop music. Many artists are often inspired by music. Before you start creating, gather your materials that you'd like use and listen to the attached jazz music by Charlie Parker. Listen carefully and FEEL the music as you create.

Gather your materials: paint, colored pencils, oil pastels, watercolors; the medium you use is YOUR CHOICE! :)
Any size paper
A work space
A way to play the attached music

Take a photo of your artwork and submit it.

I can't wait to see your art!

Basquiat was heavily influenced by jazz and hip-hop music. Many artists are often inspired by music. Before you start creating, gather your materials that you'd like use and listen to the attached jazz music by Charlie Parker. Listen carefully and FEEL the music as you create.

Gather your materials: paint, colored pencils, oil pastels, watercolors; the medium you use is YOUR CHOICE! :)
Any size paper
A work space
A way to play the attached music

Take a photo of your artwork and submit it.

I can't wait to see your art!

Reflect on your creative process during this project.

Now that you know who the artist was and a little bit about his art, what can you find out about the artwork we discussed? Using your research skills, share what you discovered in one of the followings ways:

- You can type your findings in a document.
- You can record a video of yourself telling what you discovered about it.
- You can write your findings on paper and take a picture.

This assignment is due by the end of today.

Now that you know who the artist was and a little bit about his art, what can you find out about the artwork we discussed? Using your research skills, share what you discovered in one of the followings ways:

- You can type your findings in a document.
- You can record a video of yourself telling what you discovered about it.
- You can write your findings on paper and take a picture.

This assignment is due by the end of today.

Basquiat was heavily influenced by jazz and hip-hop music. Watch the attached clip from the movie "Basquiat", showing the artist as he paints in his studio.

I've also attached a video of me painting to the same Charlie Parker jazz music you'll be listening to when you make your art this week.

Basquiat was heavily influenced by jazz and hip-hop music. Watch the attached clip from the movie "Basquiat", showing the artist as he paints in his studio.

I've also attached a video of me painting to the same Charlie Parker jazz music you'll be listening to when you make your art this week.