Learning Objectives
Project Description
Create a complex composition that references and re-configures the “macro and micro” elements of Todd Hall in a new invented space. Incorporate 1-2 samples of linear perspective to create the illusion of deep space within your final drawing. Use charcoal media to produce a full range of light-dark value to illustrate light sources and model various surfaces of collaged elements.
Materials
Access to digital camera (phone fine), sketchbook, scissors, gluestick/tape, charcoal media, 18”x24” drawing paper. (OPTIONAL: Digital collage/app collage software)
Directions
This assignment must be completed in several stages.
- Collect at least 10 digital photos of interior spaces (floor to ceiling!) and 10 photos of small elements/fixtures from any space in the Todd building. Think about capturing the macro spaces (hallways & large interior spaces) & micro-elements (lights, faucets, pipes, etc…) you find in the building.
- Filter your photographed elements and spaces down to a few choices. NOT ALL ELEMENTS HAVE TO BE USED!
- Collage these photos in to a new composition—cut & glued photos OR digital collage is fine. NOTE: Collage elements can & should be resized, repeated “fused” with other elements to make the composition work. Negative spaces can be filled with found textures and gradients. When you arrive at a successful solution, print or photocopy your results to use as a reference.
- Enlarge your sketch collage into a new drawing incorporates a range of value & emphasizes surface textures using charcoal as your primary drawing media. REMEMBER: Your drawing paper should be proportionate to your collage. For example a 6”x 8” collage would = an 18”x 24” drawing. Tape the border of your paper evenly!
Examples
