Due: 2/20/15
Name:________________________________Hour:_____
8th Grade - Sketchbook Assignment 4: Think Outside of
the Box Value Scales
Create a full-page composition that explores value.
1. Watch the demo and fill in the value scale on the back of this
rubric.
2. Now it’s your turn to invent a value scale that goes beyond a
simple row of boxes.
3. Your value scale can be based around any theme you choose (school
appropriate).
4. In PENCIL, lightly sketch a full-page composition around your
theme.
5. Choose one element of your composition to turn into a value scale.
6. Your composition must FILL the page.
7. Your value scale must fill at least 25% of the page.
8. Your value scale must have at least 5 values.
9. All transitions must be gradual.
Points x 2 = _____________/ 24
Completed value scale = _____________/ 6
Total = _____________/ 30
Due: 2/20/15
CRITERIA +
Name:________________________________Hour:_____
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Due: 2/20/15
Name:________________________________Hour:_____
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NEATNESS +
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Points x 2 = _____________/ 24
Completed value scale = _____________/ 6
Total = _____________/ 30
Due: 2/20/15
Name:________________________________Hour:_____
Points x 2 = _____________/ 24
Completed value scale = _____________/ 6
Total = _____________/ 30