A1: Pencil Portrait
A1: Pencil PortraitAssignment guidance: The subject for this assignment should be either a photo/ observation (using a mirror) of yourself or, a photo/ observation (drawing from life) of a fellow student in your class which captures and uses ‘expression’.
● You should have practised your subject for this assignment using a full page in
your sketchbook, prior to starting on your final outcome.○ You will receive more marks for using:
A ‘full’ range of tone, appropriately with clear knowledge and
understanding of ‘light’ (cause/ effect) Good structure and proportion. Attention to detail(s). A considered background.
● This assignment is to be done on ‘A1’ (size) drawing paper, and your portrait
should fill the drawing space/ area. ● The portrait should include neck, shoulders and a considered background, either
abstract or realistic. ● Read the Assessment Objectives carefully to ensure you know how your work
will be marked by clicking on the ‘AFL’ button on the assignment page.● Use techniques that you have learnt in class to help your work develop using
good basic structure.
A1: Pencil PortraitTIPS:
● Visit our online ‘Art Gallery’ to see more examples.● Go to our YouTube page, and watch the demo’s/
tutorials. ● Plan your assignment carefully using your sketchbook
to write/ explain, and illustrate your intentions and
ideas. ● Take time to assess your work as it progresses and
make changes where appropriate. ● Use a sharp pencil for details in your portrait.● Bring out ‘Light’ by using a rubber to create effect and
contrast in your work.● Choose your subject carefully, selecting an original
and personal image/ portrait to work from, will make
for a much more enjoyable experience, and stronger
outcome, possibly resulting in higher marks
A1: Pencil PortraitDo you have a smart phone?If so you can use the camera on your phone to access online resources to help you with
this assignment.
All you need is a QR code reader app, point your phone web browser to one of readers
below:● http://reader.kaywa.com
● http://get.beetagg.com
● http://www.quickmark.com.tw/En/basic/download.asp
● http://europe.nokia.com/support/product-support/nokia-n80/phone-software/smartphone
● For iPhone users. Go to iTunes and search for: QR Code reader
Once you have a reader/ app on your smart phone. Simply take a quick snap of the code(s) below, and you will be redirected to the required resource, directly on your phone.
AFL: Assessment for Learning.● Learn about the assessment objectives.
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eGallery:● Take a look at some examples of work for this
assignment.
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YouTube:● Go to the Visual Arts YouTube channel and watch some
amazing drawing tutorials.
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