Learning Objectives:
Students will be able to create engaging compositions that work not only visually but also conceptually. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the history of propaganda posters, their use and their creation.
Materials:
Sketchbook
Bristol Board (9 by 12)
Prismacolor brand colored pencils
Time:
3 Class Periods
Mini Assignment:
Take Notes in Sketchbook
Gather all needed materials and work on compositions
1. Develop at least 3 ideas with 5 – 10 compositions each. Research your point of view and take notes in your sketchbook.
2. Research propaganda and propaganda posters and take notes in your sketchbook.
Process:
For this assignment you will be making 1 propaganda poster using colored pencil. I want to see your ideas, your beliefs. I will be grading you based on how well the idea is presented, not the idea itself. Your personal beliefs will have no bearing on your grade so please be open and honest. Stay away from popular ideas (abortion, gay marriage, gun rights) unless you have some powerful imagery and an incredible idea.
I firmly believe that making the work is the easy part; coming up with a good idea is a sign of true creativity. Spend time developing your idea and the imagery you are going to use to illustrate your ideas.
You will use one 9 by 12 sheet of Bristol board for your poster. Sketch out your poster on a 9 by 12 sheet of paper. Once you are done and I have approved your drawing, use the graphite transfer technique to get your drawing onto your Bristol board.
Use colored pencils to complete your poster.