5th- Abstract Art/ Non-Objective Name Art



The main characteristic of abstract art is that it has no recognizable subject. Some Abstract Artists had theories on the emotions that were caused by certain colors and shapes. They planned out their seemingly random paintings to the last detail. Other Abstract Artists painted with emotion and randomness hoping to capture their emotion and subconscious thoughts on the canvas.

http://www.ducksters.com/history/art/abstract_art.php

Wassily Kandinsky

First Abstract painting made in 1910

Mark Rothko

Jackson Pollock

COLOR SCHEMES- A color scheme is used to describe the overall selection of colors in an artwork. The major color schemes in art are analogous, complementary, split-complementary, triadic, rectangular and monochromatic. These color schemes utilize colors at certain locations on the color wheel.

Triad Color Scheme

Complementary Color Scheme

Warm/Cool Color Scheme

Monochromatic Color Scheme

1. Create a bold, page- filling design of your name using a black medium of your choice.

(Far left picture)

2. Divide and cut the design into 9 equal squares.
(It should look like a hashtag) 

3.Rearrange the squares to create your non-objective design

(Middle picture)

4. Color your piece using 2 to 3 colors. Use a color scheme discussed in class.

(Far right picture)





















AR Standards: CR2.6.1 CR2.6.2 CR3.6.1 R8.6.1

7th- Abstract Watercolor Artworks

For this project, we will explore watercolor techniques and create two abstract artworks.

We will also take a look at artist, Brandon Boyd, for inspiration for on of the artworks.

Explore

We will practice some watercolor techniques and create an artwork from our exploration today.

We will practice 5 techniques: wet on dry, wet on wet, dry brush, salt resist, and Saran Wrap.

As you explore these techniques, incorporate lines and shapes and colors to create unity, rhythm, and repetition in your artwork. 

After painting, use a fine tip sharpie to outline shapes to create emphasis and detail.

Exploding Books

For our first artwork, we will create an explosion book out of your abstract exploration from the first day. We will watch the video and work together to create the book. You will choose your cover design and the placement of your pieces into the book.

Exploding Books Instructions

Wet on Wet Abstract Artwork

Our final artwork uses the wet on wet technique to create interesting shapes and colors and uses paint pens to add lines and patterns to an abstract painting, inspired by artist Brandon Boyd. Boyd is the lead singer of the band Incubus, and is a published author and celebrated visual artist. We will take a look at his “Remnants” series for our inspiration. 

Using the wet on wet technique, create spaces of color and shape on your paper. Let the colors blend and flow on their own. After the paint has dried, use paint pens and/or black sharpies to create interesting lines and patterns across the painted areas. 

7th- Abstract Paintings

Students will take a look at abstract artists and create an abstract painting/artwork.

4 Abstract Painting Techniques

9 Abstract Artists

DAY 1

Look at some different abstract artists and artworks on your own.
Choose a style of abstract painting to create your own artwork.

Draw or write your idea down and get it approved through me before you begin.