In this exercise try creating multiple steps in value, using a variety of mark making techniques in ink.  Not in this set of swatches all of the different methods used to create value.

Try creating value scales.  Begin with by using the swatches below as examples.

EX 1:

Create an abstract design and fill in the design using these different swatches of value.  Try patterns, stippling, hatching, and crosshatch.  Try ink wash techniques as well. POST your work Tagged Sketchbook, along with your thoughts on it how you accomplished the task.

theme excercises for project 1 meet the artist

Composition Cut Outs (2 pages only)

• In Sketchbooks, students will perform the following exercise:
• In 8 equal size boxes (Please use a ruler), students will use Cut Black paper shapes, and glue on to white background to illustrate the compositional ideas discussed in this module ABSTRACTLY.
• No drawing, personification or imagery is allowed.
• Carefully label each image with the compositional idea being illustrated.