ART II - STILL LIFE NAME:_______________________
LESSON FOCUS:
This lesson focuses on drawing a still life from direct observation using assorted drawing pencils.
VOCABULARY:
Blending: Technique of shading through smooth, gradual application of dark value.
Crosshatching: Technique of shading using two or more crossed sets of parallel lines.
Hatching: The use of parallel lines to create shading.
Pencil: Drawing and writing tool that consists of a slender, cylindrical casing around a marking substance.
Shading: Graduated variations in value, often used in painting to give a feeling of volume, form, and depth.
Still life: Painting or drawing of inanimate (nonmoving) objects.
Value: An element of design that relates to the lightness and darkness of a color or tone.
PROCEDURE:
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Choose one of the still life arrangements in the art room to draw.
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Do several sketches of the still life.
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You must include at least five (5) objects.
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You must draw what you see (do not move the objects).
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You may take objects off the page.
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You may draw from an unusual viewpoint (from above or below, etc.).
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Choose your strongest composition and enlarge onto Bristol board.
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Finish in pencil.
 Use must use a full range of values in order for your objects to appear three-dimensional and realistic.
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The objects must be accurately drawn.
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Work slowly, building up your darks gradually.
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If needed, practice making values on scrap paper.
MATERIALS:
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Sketchbook
 14” x 17” white plate Bristol board
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Assorted drawing pencils
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Eraser