You may start on the Inktober challenge. This is completely optional. I'll share more about it in the next class.
Sketchbook Assignment: (scroll to the bottom to make sure you do all assignments)
"Don't Do That" Still Life
With pencil or micron, draw two common household items (from observation) that should never be used together. If you have a desk lamp, light your still life from the side so you can see shadows better.
Please know that still life drawings are REALLY CHALLENGING. You are on a learning journey. Don't worry if yours looks looks a little off. I will teach you tips throughout the year to improve your drawing. Just do your best.
Try adding some shading with crosshatching or stipple (dots) where you see the shadows. You may simplify the drawing as needed. Notice I simplified the design on the bottle just enough to get the point across.
Examples of "Don't Do That" still life:
a toothbrush next to a bottle of soy sauce a spoon next to a bottle of glue a fork next to an outlet
Be creative and make me laugh!
Here is my example of toilet paper and sriracha hot sauce:
Art Appreciation Assignment: CHUCK CLOSE, American artist
After watching the video, answer these questions on the lined paper in your sketchbook:
1. How is Chuck Close's story similar to Phil Hansen's story in the "Embrace the Shake" TED talk? 2. The photo below the video is one of his earlier works in the photo-realistic style. You can view it at the Minneapolis Institute of Art. Do you prefer his photo-realistic style or his abstract style using squares of color? Why?
By the way, Chuck Close passed away in 2021 at the age of 81.
Here is the YOUTUBE LINK in case you can't get the video to work.