DA ART 120 ART 143

PART 1

Assignment Composition Assignment

Exercise:

1. There are five compositions to make here. Make five 6″ square frames. Then make a composition with ONLY 5 shapes for each composition. Do NOT copy the examples. See the PDF. DO NOT label them inside the composition. Label them outside the composition, otherwise it becomes part of the art.
2. Also you can like or comment on others. Critique at least 2 finished designs. Use the critique guide to help you.

PART 2

SquareExploding Square

Part I: Positive and Negative Space is the objective.

Divide/cut up (in any direction with only 5-8 cuts- you will have 6-9 pieces) a 14 x 18″ solid black rectangle and move the pieces to be a successful positive/ negative (black and white) composition in a 18 x 24″ rectangle (that is the size of your big sketch pad). Cut the black rectangle into basic shapes, nothing too complicated. Cuts can be straight or curved.

Separate the black rectangle like a puzzle ( keep the pieces in the same position, like top and bottom- So you keep a rectangle based shape) Move them to create a strong positive/ negative design. You don’t have to stay on the edges. When you are certain of the design, paste it down.

White space between black shapes is very important. Concentrate on those. Notice the shapes they suggest.

Part II: After you create one and submit to the discussion, enter a critique of a fellow students work by hitting reply within 24 hours of the due date. Tell them what’s working in terms of balance, positive negative space and creativity. Examples: Is there too little or too much negative space or is it working well? Does it feel balanced or is it unbalanced? Which type of balance of the 4 types apply?

View the examples. Do NOT copy them.

PART 3

9)First Discussion Forum (due 2/9)

Romantic and and Neoclassical Art

For detailed instructions, please read the “” page in the module.

Modern art began with the revolt of artists against the artistic traditions that had dominated art since the Renaissance. For the first time, some artists began to explore art as an expression of individual will and vision (Romanticism), while others continued to uphold tradition (Neoclassical and Academic art)

In a two paragraph response, you will choose work of art and describe the ways in which it reflects the spirit of either or .

Post: 20 points

Your post should be about two paragraphs and include an image of your subject as well as links to at least two online sources.

Please write your response in your own words (not copy/paste or ChatGPT)!

Two Comments: 5 points each

Respond to two of your peers by Wednesday 2/11 at 11:59 PM. When you comment on the work of another student, challenge yourself to make additional observations and include new information. Each comment should be about a paragraph.

PART 4

InspirationsModule One Extra Credit: Introductions and Inspirations

Extra Credit: Introductions and Inspirations

Roy Lichtenstein, Still Life with Palette, 1972. Oil and Magna on canvas 152.4 243.8 cm.

As we begin this class, I want to give all of you the opportunity to introduce yourselves! Please tell the class something about yourself and share an art-related experience that has been meaningful in your life. It would be helpful if you upload an image to accompany your text but if that is not possible, just describe your experience as well as you can. I encourage you to reflect on the impact of art in your community, family, or daily life.

You will receive 10 points extra credit for your post, which should be one or two paragraphs. Alternately, you may submit a short video introducing yourself by using the menu above the text box. You will receive 5 points extra credit for responding to the post of another student. I am looking forward to learning more about you!

If you would like to learn a little bit more about my own perspective as an artist, you can find my work at