Describe:
The task for this project was to use six different shading values and four different textures in one piece. The main objective for this piece was to get us to use a variety of shading and texture so we could get out of our comfort zone. We also learned how to figure out the six different shades on the scale and could identify those shades/know when and where to use them in our work. In my piece, there is a rather large fish in the middle of the drawing. The fish has three different textures in it: scales, the textured fins, and the spots on it's face. The fish is in the depths of the ocean, and surrounding it are different levels of shading and darkness. There are blurred textures around the fish, almost splotchy. The fish is very defined against the blurred background.
The task for this project was to use six different shading values and four different textures in one piece. The main objective for this piece was to get us to use a variety of shading and texture so we could get out of our comfort zone. We also learned how to figure out the six different shades on the scale and could identify those shades/know when and where to use them in our work. In my piece, there is a rather large fish in the middle of the drawing. The fish has three different textures in it: scales, the textured fins, and the spots on it's face. The fish is in the depths of the ocean, and surrounding it are different levels of shading and darkness. There are blurred textures around the fish, almost splotchy. The fish is very defined against the blurred background.
Analyze:
One element of art, texture, helps develop the principle of design emphasis. The different amounts of texture in the fish help emphasis that the fish is the main object in the picture because it contrasts with the blurred background. The defined edges of the fish stand out against the light surroundings of the fishes body, which then continue to darken to the edge of the image. These qualities are important to the piece because it helps define what I wanted as the main object in the photo, and it gives the piece a more mature and detailed look.
One element of art, texture, helps develop the principle of design emphasis. The different amounts of texture in the fish help emphasis that the fish is the main object in the picture because it contrasts with the blurred background. The defined edges of the fish stand out against the light surroundings of the fishes body, which then continue to darken to the edge of the image. These qualities are important to the piece because it helps define what I wanted as the main object in the photo, and it gives the piece a more mature and detailed look.
Interpret:
The theme of this piece was there is always light in the dark. The fish in this piece is bright and helps lighten up the dark atmosphere around it. The fish is in the depths of the ocean, and even though we have seen the darkness the bottom of the ocean holds there will always be light in some form. The mood of the piece is very mysterious and almost spooky, mainly because for most people the darkness of the ocean can be frightening. You don't know what could be behind the fish. The gradual light to dark shading in the background gives the audience an anxious feeling.
The theme of this piece was there is always light in the dark. The fish in this piece is bright and helps lighten up the dark atmosphere around it. The fish is in the depths of the ocean, and even though we have seen the darkness the bottom of the ocean holds there will always be light in some form. The mood of the piece is very mysterious and almost spooky, mainly because for most people the darkness of the ocean can be frightening. You don't know what could be behind the fish. The gradual light to dark shading in the background gives the audience an anxious feeling.
Evaluate:
Again, I'm really proud of this piece and my efforts to make this my best work. I am particularly proud of the fish because it looks very clean and realistic. The shading in the background looks unique and symmetrical, however it isn't as polished and smooth as I would have liked. It almost a little choppy, which isn't very realistic. However, overall, this piece met all the requirements in an unique way and its very creative. I enjoyed drawing and creating the fish, however when it came to blending the background and to get it looking realistic was a little difficult. I am happy with the overall outcome and look.
Again, I'm really proud of this piece and my efforts to make this my best work. I am particularly proud of the fish because it looks very clean and realistic. The shading in the background looks unique and symmetrical, however it isn't as polished and smooth as I would have liked. It almost a little choppy, which isn't very realistic. However, overall, this piece met all the requirements in an unique way and its very creative. I enjoyed drawing and creating the fish, however when it came to blending the background and to get it looking realistic was a little difficult. I am happy with the overall outcome and look.