Formal Elements
What are the formal elements?
Colour
Tone
Shape Pattern Texture
Line
-Formal elements make up a piece of artwork.
“Drawing makes you see things clearer” David Hockney
Colour and Texture in an artwork
Claude Monet, Chrysanthemums
Learning Objectives:
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To know how to observe and create an accurate drawing from the still life objects using the formal elements of line, tone, shape and form
To understand what makes a good observational drawing using line, tone, shape and form
To be able to use materials effectively and accurately
To be able to draw what you see and not what you think you see
“All drawing is a constant balance between your observation, your concentration, your judgement and your technique… It is this close observation that will take your drawing to
the next level.” ~Artist
What makes a good drawing?
Accuracy correct tone and textures Proportion needs to be right
We want it to look like what were drawing
What should we think about when we are drawing?
The shapes/form of the objectWhat lines we could use for each section
of toneHow we can create texturesWhat area is the lightest/darkest areasProportionAccuracyAttention to detail
Techniques
1. Start with the rough outlines to get the proportions right
2. Add shade
3. Show contrast
Leonardo Da Vinci
Task
-Draw from the still life objects and from objects of your choice using line, tone, shape and form as discussed-Add shading, a variety of tones and accuracy.-Think about how you place the objects- If you have finished you could add some colour.