ZENTANGLES PEN AND INK

ART 8
SOLs
8.1
The student will plan for and reflect on the art-making process, using a
sketchbook/journal.
8.3

The student will refine personal works of art to improve quality of craftsmanship.

8.8

The student will select elements of art and principles of design, including the
following, to express meaning in works of art:
1 Colorcontrasting relationships
1. Valueshading
2. Unityharmony
3. Variety
8.15 The student will analyze how visual organization in works of art affects the
communication of ideas.
8.19

The student will formulate a working definition of art.

OBJECTIVES
1. To identify different variations of line and incorporate them into different patterns.
2. To produce an artwork exhibiting unity and harmony through rhythm and repetition.
3. To understand the value and purpose of non-objective art.

VOCAB
LINE SHAPE

PATTERN RHYTHM

REPETITION CONTRAST CONTOUR

GRADING CRITERIA
Creativity
1. The artwork is a 10 x 16 or a 14 x 14 Zentangle filled with unique and
&
intricate patterns.
2. The preliminary drawing is a large contour design that fills the page.
Craftsman
3. There are at least 12 segments filled with different pattern.
ship
4. Each pattern is small, detailed and controlled.
5. The piece displays significant thought and creativity.
Concepts

1. The artwork displays rhythm through repetition.

2. The patterns are created from repeated lines and shapes.
3. The patterns have contrasting areas of solid black, areas of gray and
areas empty of color.
4. The style of pattern varies from each segment incorporating different
lines and shapes.