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Exploring Still Life Through Enlargement & Proportion

Objective:

Students will be able to create a detailed still life drawing using enlargement and proportion techniques, demonstrating their understanding of measurement and artistic skills.

Warm Up:

1. Practice drawing simple shapes: circles, squares, and triangles. Focus on proportion and size.

2. Look around the room. Choose three objects and sketch them quickly. Pay attention to how they relate in size and space.

3. Reflect: How does changing the size of an object affect its look and feel in your drawing?

Key Vocabulary:

• Enlargement: The process of making an object larger while maintaining its proportions.

• Proportion: The relationship between the sizes of different parts of an object or between objects.

• Sketch: A rough or unfinished drawing that captures the basic elements of a subject.

• Medium: The materials used to create art, such as pencils, paint, or charcoal.

• Composition: The arrangement of elements within a work of art.

Assignment Overview:

Main Concept: Enlargement/Proportion/Sketch
Technique: Drawing/Measurement
Medium: Pencil
Subject: Still Life
Time Permitted: Two Week

To complete this assignment, use the provided images and tutorials on our class site: www.artschoool.ca along with the student’s workbook: The Artist’s Compass: Heart, Mind, Eyes, & Hands.

Historical Link:

Famous Artwork: "Still Life with Apples and a Pot of Primroses" by Paul Cézanne  View Examples

Cultural Link:

Example of cultures that emphasize still life art include the Dutch Golden Age and Mexican folk art. View Examples

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Select Your Objects: Choose 3-5 objects for your still life. These can be items from your home or classroom.

2. Set Up Your Composition: Arrange the objects in an interesting layout. Consider how they relate to each other in terms of size and space or use the provided images in the class. 

3. Measure, Sketch, and Enlarge: Use a ruler or pencil to measure object proportions. Draw a 1-inch grid on your reference image, then a 2-inch grid in your sketchbook. Lightly sketch the outlines by matching shapes square by square.

4. Refine Your Sketch: Once you’re happy with your proportions, refine your lines and add details to your objects.

5. Add Shadows and Textures: Use shading techniques to create depth and realism in your drawing.

6. Final Touches: Erase any unnecessary lines and ensure your presentation is neat.

Questions:

• How did measuring your objects help you in your drawing?

• What challenges did you face when enlarging your chosen object?

• How does your still life reflect your personal style as an artist?

Writing Prompt:

Reflect on your artistic journey in this assignment. What did you enjoy most about the process of creating your still life? How did you overcome any challenges?

Assessment

• Composition, Design, & Layout: 35%

• Art Skills & Techniques: 35%

• Creativity & Originality: 20%

• Presentation, Neatness & Time Management: 10%

Standards Covered:

• California Art Standards: Visual Arts 2.0 - Creating, Performing, and Participating in the Arts.

• California ELD Standards: Part of the Foundation for English Language Arts, focusing on interpreting and producing visual arts vocabulary.