Student Exemplars
(2-3 classes)
Elements of Design Color the particular hue that is seen when light is reflected off an object Form a sculptural or 3D shape Line a visual path left by a moving point Space the area around, within or between images or elements (positive or negative) Texture the feel or appearance of an object or material Value the lightness or darkness of a colour Principles of Design Balance results when the elements of design are arranged to create the impression of equality in weight or importance Emphasis the special attention or importance given to one part or element in an artwork, emphasis can be achieved through placement, contrast, size, etc. Harmony the way in which the elements are combined to give an overall harmonious effect Movement the way in which the elements of design are organized so that the viewer’s eye is led through the work of art in a systematic way Proportion the relationship between objects with respect to size, number, etc. Rhythm involves the repetition of elements to create the illusion of movement |
(1-2 classes)
Select one yearbook cover from the 20 and complete a full critique using the following critiquing model as an outline. Be sure to include an image of the cover with the critique.
Adapted Feldman Model
Write at least one paragraph on each of the following art criticism steps. This critique should be at least 500 words.
Description
Description is an inventory of the content in the artwork. Point out the single
features, objects, and abstract elements such as colors and textures. Include an interpretation on how the artwork was created (i.e. Perhaps created with a Photoshop that included a transparent color burn layer).
Formal Analysis
Apply a connection of the descriptions to the principles and elements of art
such as repetition, contrast, and balance (use the elements and
principles above as a reference for making connections).
Interpretation
Make statements about the meaning of the work based upon the descriptions and formal analysis given in the first two steps.
Judgement
Give an opinion of the work, based upon what has been learned from the previous
three steps.
This is an adapted form from Edmund Feldman (2012), Varieties of Visual Experience, Prentice Hall.
Select one yearbook cover from the 20 and complete a full critique using the following critiquing model as an outline. Be sure to include an image of the cover with the critique.
Adapted Feldman Model
Write at least one paragraph on each of the following art criticism steps. This critique should be at least 500 words.
Description
Description is an inventory of the content in the artwork. Point out the single
features, objects, and abstract elements such as colors and textures. Include an interpretation on how the artwork was created (i.e. Perhaps created with a Photoshop that included a transparent color burn layer).
Formal Analysis
Apply a connection of the descriptions to the principles and elements of art
such as repetition, contrast, and balance (use the elements and
principles above as a reference for making connections).
Interpretation
Make statements about the meaning of the work based upon the descriptions and formal analysis given in the first two steps.
Judgement
Give an opinion of the work, based upon what has been learned from the previous
three steps.
This is an adapted form from Edmund Feldman (2012), Varieties of Visual Experience, Prentice Hall.
Step 3
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Theme & Cover Design Resources
Cover Specifictaions
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