Composition: The layout of a work of art; how

the elements of an artwork are arranged. Series: Two or more artworks by an artist that are
Elements of Design: Visual tools used by an meant to be viewed in conjunction with one
artist to create their artwork (E.g. line, shape, another.
space, form, texture, value, and color).
Expression: The act of presenting one’s thoughts
Principals of Design: How the artist uses and emotions.
visual tools (Elements) in their art to convey a
message (E.g. contrast, emphasis, balance, Theme: The big idea behind a given piece.
movement, pattern, rhythm, and unity).
To take a series of self-expressive photos (at least 5)
that speak to an idea or issue of personal relevance.
Could be based on:
• Experiences
• Feelings
• Beliefs
• Passions
• Politics
 Theme: Altered Nostalgia

*Based on the experience I recently had moving out of my childhood home*

 Link:
https://www.
youtube.com
/watch?v=fM
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Carrie Mae Weems: Kitchen Table Series
Res: Pulse Series
LaToya Ruby Frazier:
Homebody Series
Julien Magre: On the Road,
Dream Narrative
 Cindy Sherman:
Untitled Film Stills
 BY NEXT CLASS
Explain your main focus /
theme and how they plan to
portray this in your project!
(About a paragraph in length)

( Think about composition & the

elements / principals of design )
Collage PowerPoint
 Lesson Goal:
To create a collage using our series and theme from last
lesson. We are going to print these out and collage them
together to create an image that speaks to your original
issue, theme, or idea.

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im *This collage should enhance & build upon your original theme*
Yes
!!!!!! !
My Example:
Inspiration Time…

Link to some small

contemporary
collage artists

https://www.designandpaper.com/32-exciting-collage-artists-to-follow-on-instagram/
Inspiration Time…

Andrea Mortson

Romare Bearden
PROJECT PLAN NEEDS TO INCLUDE:

š A paragraph explaining what you are planning on

including in your collage (characters, conflict,
setting, or any other pertinent ideas).

š What other visual elements you are planning on

including in your collage? Why?

š Some quick rough sketches (that way y’all can

experiment and pin down the composition of your
collage).