8th Grade Art

Wednesday, March 2, 2016

Your Choice

Grade 8 Homework- You have created tattooed hands, graffiti walls, recycled art, coding, and murals. Look at the 5 images. Tell me which project was your favorite and why. Then tell me how the artist has used 2 Elements and 2 Principles of Art within the artwork. Due Friday, March 4.

Tuesday, February 16, 2016

Murals in unusual spots

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This mural is by artist Sean Yoro. Murals can end up in unusual spots. As the tide goes down, you see more of the mural.

Tell me how the artist has used 2 elements of art and 2 principles of art. You choose.

Your homework is due Friday, February 26.

Sunday, February 7, 2016

Art to Change the World

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Artists will often create artwork with the hopes of making change or creating a better world. Here is a graffiti work by an artist named Banksy.

Tell me what you think Banksy is saying to the world. Tell me where Banksy has placed the emphasis and how he did it. Finally, describe what type of contrast he used. Homework is due Friday, February 12.

Sunday, January 31, 2016

Unity, Emphasis, and Movement

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Here is the 2nd most recognized painting in the world; Vincent VanGogh's "Starry Night".

Tell me where the artist has created emphasis. Where do you look first? Why? The artist has created movement by placing designs throughout the painting. How does your eye move throughout the painting? Finally, how has the artist unified the painting, what is holding the painting together? This homework is due Friday, February 5.

Monday, January 25, 2016

Movement and Pattern

Take a look at the Maori tattoo below. Explain with evidence how the artist has used Movement and Pattern in this design. This is due Friday, January 29.

Friday, January 1, 2016

Looking Forward to meeting you!

Hello students,
Below are some of my favorite artists. I look forward to seeing what type of art you enjoy.
Let me know which one of my favorites you like best.