One Point Perspective

To build skills that help you draw the environments that interest you, many artist study one-point perspective drawing. Check out the tutorial video I found on YouTube as well as some of the student work below.

Remember.... make it your own!! What kind of world interests you!!






Examples:

(This is TWO point perspective, but it's a great example of making an interesting and unique drawing!!)

AND FINALLY some awesome work by artist Ben Heine. (of course w/ one-point perspective!)

We aren't working with Two-point perspective, but if you are interested in teaching yourself there are many, many examples and tutorials. Here are a few videos...

Big Ideas: Andy Goldsworthy

I'm constantly impressed and inspired by the insight of my classes. Today, the seventh graders had some great thoughts to share. We've been watching a video and discussing the 'Big Ideas' of artists Andy Goldsworthy. When asked to fill out a quick 'exit ticket' describing something they've learned during our discussions, the students responded with:

"He gains confidence every time a sculpture is wrecked."

"He appreciates life, and works with nature."

"He seems to have a depth to his work"

"If he doesn't do work he feels 'rootless'"

"Art takes perseverance"

"It takes time to do everything"

"Perseverance pays off"

"Understand the meaning or connection of your work"

"Be in touch with what you're working on"

"He has a sadness to him that he uses to make his work"

"Time changes his artwork and makes it more interesteing"

"Have confidence in your artwork"

"Passion is everything"



These individuals are AMAZING!!