Summer IB Art Assignment (upcoming 11-12th grade) - Mr. Carson
Summer Assignment #1
Due: August _17th__ (Emailed)
Summer Assignment #2 and #3 Due: August _25th__
These assignments will be reviewed in class, therefore it is expected that you understand the
expectations before leaving for break.
Summer Assignment 1 (15 + 56= 71 points)
Using the 5 Step Research Handout complete steps 1 (scan/photograph drawing with planning or
just clearly explain your goals in writing within your research) and 2. Step 2 must show at least 3
out of the 4 areas of research. Make sure that you follow the usual guidelines of having images and
text on each page, sources cited in APA or MLA style, and are making it clear in the research that
you understand the topic by making interpretations, connections, critiques and comparisons.
Full credit will not be given if it doesn’t sound personal and specific to you, your culture, and your
ideas.
Email to: bnc_art@hotmail.com
This research is for the independent study that you will start upon returning to school. If you need
any images for reference or supplies have them ready.
Summer Assignment 2 (100 points)
Complete a work of art in your area of concentration in any media.
Summer Assignment 3 (75 points)
Complete any work of art (direct observation, self-portrait, another A.O.C. work, etc)
Extra Credit (15 points)
Visit a museum or gallery over the summer. Document your experience: Name of museum or
gallery, favorite artworks viewed and why they were your favorite.
Name an artwork (artist name/title/media) that inspired you or gave you ideas toward one of your
next artworks. What are the ideas, subject matter, techniques, media, etc that inspired you and how?
How did the artist use the elements and principles of design to make their work successful?
Be specific and detailed. Make sure to include an image of the work and a strong connection as to
how it will influence your future ideas or next artwork. Provide outside research to go in more depth
about the artist if the information is not available from the museum.
Summer IB Photo Assignment (upcoming 11-12th grade) – Mr. Carson
Summer Assignment #1
Due: August _17th__ (Emailed)
Summer Assignment #2 and #3 Due: August _25th__
These assignments will be reviewed in class, therefore it is expected that you understand the
expectations before leaving for break.
Summer Assignment 1 (15 + 56= 71 points)
Using the 5 Step Research Handout complete steps 1 (scan/photograph drawing with planning or
just clearly explain your goals in writing within your research) and 2. Step 2 must show at least 3
out of the 4 areas of research. Make sure that you follow the usual guidelines of having images and
text on each page, sources cited in APA or MLA style, and are making it clear in the research that
you understand the topic by making interpretations, connections, critiques and comparisons.
Full credit will not be given if it doesn’t sound personal and specific to you, your culture, and your
ideas.
Email to: bnc_art@hotmail.com
This research is for the independent study that you will start upon returning to school. If you need
any images for reference or supplies have them ready.
Summer Assignment 2 (100 points)
Turn in at least 5 contact sheets (one of them may be for step 1B of Summer Assignment 1) that
have at least 24 images on them each and are in at least 5 different settings/environments. Within
each setting think about changing the models clothes, makeup, angles/perspectives, time of day,
etc. Something else to think about: try to use different cameras/lenses if you have them.
Not all of these images must relate to your area of concentration, but the majority of them
should. Either way these images are to be artistic in nature focusing on the proper use of the
elements and principles of design.
The idea is that you will have a large amount of images to choose from upon your return to
school. Think about experimenting and take your time to get excellent photos.
Summer Assignment 3 (75 points)
Create a work of art (1 mixed media or film based, 2 digital works) based on your area of
concentration. Think about using digital, mixed media, or reworking old prints and ideas.
This means the work is printed and ready to be turned in.
Pick one Extra Credit assignment:
Extra Credit 1 (15 points)
Visit a museum or gallery over the summer. Document your experience: Name of museum or
gallery, favorite artworks viewed and why they were your favorite.
Name an artwork (artist name/title/media) that inspired you or gave you ideas toward one of your
next artworks. What are the ideas, subject matter, techniques, media, etc that inspired you and how?
How did the artist use the elements and principles of design to make their work successful?
Be specific and detailed. Make sure to include an image of the work and a strong connection as to
how it will influence your future ideas or next artwork. Provide outside research to go in more depth
about the artist if the information is not available from the museum.
Extra Credit 2 (20 points)
Read On Photography, by Susan Sontag. Write down detailed facts or ideas expressed in the
book that you could use as a basis for your own research or that could influence your work
(basically a summary with a personal reflection) OR write down at least 5 example pairs of the
names of 2 photographers that would be good to compare/contrast and why.
Summer Pre-IB PHOTO Assignment (upcoming 10th grade)- Mr. Carson
Due August 25th
Summer Assignment 1 45 points
A Month of Me Assignment- Digital
Before starting your month of me assignment look online at the many examples that others have already
completed. Use search terms such as 365, 365 photos, 365 a year of me, etc.
WHY DO IT? Taking a photo a day is a big undertaking with big payoffs. Here are just a few reasons why
you should consider doing it:
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Imagine being able to look back at any day of the month and recall what you did, who you met,
what you learned… (Often we find it hard to remember what we did just yesterday or even last
night, let alone during a particular month!)
Your month-long photo album will be an amazing way to document the diversity of your looks,
emotions and thoughts.
Taking a photo a day will make you a better photographer. Using your camera every day will
help you learn its limits. You will get better at composing your shots, you’ll start to care about
lighting, and you’ll become more creative with your photography when you’re forced to come
up with something new every single day.
TIPS ON HOW TO DO IT: Here are 4 tips on how to create your own Project 365 or Month of Me:
1.
Bring Your Camera Everywhere
Yes, everywhere. Get in the habit. Grocery stores, restaurants, parties, work, and school.
2.
Vary Your Themes
Try to capture the day’s events in a single photo. Perform photographic experiments. Take a photo at
different times of the day, of something that describes you, or something you just learned how to do.
3.
Tell a Story
Write a few quick sentences each day as to what happened, is occurring, or about to happen. Maybe the
photos could even translate into a logical order in your life. For example; start day 1 when you wake up
and progressively take images a half hour later each day.
4.
Don’t Stop, No Matter What
This is perhaps the most important tip of all. You might get tired of taking a photo every single day.
Some days, you will consider giving up. Don’t. The end result is worth the effort. There will be times
you’ll think there’s nothing interesting left to take a photo of, and times you’ll think you didn’t do
anything exciting enough to take a photo of. There’s always a great photo to be made.- Experiment
and get creative.
Turn in a computer printed contact sheet showing 30 images in sequential order.
Summer Assignment 2 (24 points)
Pick an object or subject matter (a hand, leg, face, realistic looking toy, egg, etc), something that
you can carry around with you easily. Photograph this object in as many different perspectives,
angles, types of lighting, and environments as you can. The objective is to get creative in how
you can photograph a single subject matter in multiple contexts or environments. Think
creatively and artistically.
Turn in a contact sheet showing your 12 best images.
Summer Pre-IB Art Assignment (upcoming 10th grade) – Mr. Carson
Due: August 25th
Summer Assignment 1 80 points (each hand drawing worth 20 points)
In your WB draw your hand in 4 different positions or holding different objects. The drawings
should be life size and show the texture, form, lighting and details of your hand. These should be
completely shaded and well detailed drawings.
Summer Assignment 2 100 points (each portrait worth 50 points)
In your WB draw 2 self portraits using a mirror only (NO PHOTOGRAPHS). One must be from
the waste up while the other can be only focused on your face if you choose. Find a comfortable
way to sit facing a mirror, so you can continually go back to this position and work on your
drawing. You have been given the techniques to greatly improve your direct observation skills,
do not forget these over the summer. Remember to think about proportions, angles, where
objects line up, and use your pencil to measure.