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Figures, Fashion, & Gesture Drawing

3/29/2017

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​No year is complete without a bit of life-drawing. I begin this unit by going over different types of gesture drawing. Though this example has been done with a high school group, I have done a similar lesson with students in my summer program, ages 7 to 16. Students fold their papers to make 4 sections, and draw on both the front and back. I have models pose for just 2 and 3 minutes to keep things moving. I demonstrate each technique briefly and students draw from their point of view. I encourage them to consider proportions and fill the page available as bet they can.
 
As for models, props make a great motivator. I have rubber swords, capes, crowns, spyglasses, and more that I collect from flea markets. Those who volunteer for a few drawings get the same credit as those who draw. After a few giggles, they get the point. It helps to tell the model to not look at other students.
​For two days we do gesture drawing, with their final longer drawing of a neighbor drawing them as well. (Students drawing students drawing) We work lightly on our gesture drawings and draw the final figures on top.
 
The fashion portion is based on the packet I have made available for download. It includes some gesture drawing samples as well.  In it we discuss the idea that there should be a central theme to the work to include the art principle of unity. The designs can be unified by a color, pattern, or idea. The only theme I do not allow is "Stuff I Like." When students complete their writing, I go around the room and ask them to share one theme and ask other students to write down anything they feel might work for themselves as well. Some common themes students often pick are specific colors, seasons, sport themes, and music.
 
We do a simple sketch for 3 looks before going onto final paper. They need to weed down to one theme they like best and pick inspirational swatches or sample for their final project. Work is organized by folding the paper, in half and half again to create four vertical sections. Final project must be to scale though they can choose a 10 heads model or 8. It becomes obvious quite quickly who has drawn some fashion ideas on their own and have an aptitude for it. I always say that by the end of Art 1, everyone will find something they do well. Some will surprise themselves with their skills!
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In this Youtube video, Sean Kelly presents his collection based on the theme of of the betrayal of Caesar. His use of Roman visual like columns is fairly obvious. He uses fringe as a consistent element, and limits his colors to white, black, and an orange-read. It is a helpful example of working within a theme.
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Marcia Beckett link
3/31/2017 05:12:37 pm

Thanks for sharing! This will be a great unit for my 5th graders.

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