Werda H Alam
ChelseaAlberto
Shudeshna Bashir
Steven Bassey
Carleen Brandon
Polina Bykovoskya
Jake Ceraso
Danielle Czizik
Zach Dean
Alyssa DeRosa
Nicole Didden
Jordan Ellis
Billy Falcon
Caitlin Fine
Jimmy Fraser
Tricia Leavy
Lisa Li
Sage Levene
Dina Longo
Evan Lui
Jessica McGrath
Joe Merz
Ashley Montevago
Matt Murphy
Greg Nevelik
Francesca Olivio
Reid Oshan
Andrew Perlin
Sam Ponzio
Celene Sanchez
Victoria Santorelli
Allison Rattabalie
Mariam Tabatabaie
Alexa Telano
Travis Uzwy
Sam Sepe
Victoria Willix
Ada Wong
Marissa Yahney
Creating your Letterhead
let·ter·head
[let-er-hed]
noun
a sheet of paper with such a heading.
When creating your letterhead there are a few key elements to keep in mind.
1. This is a formal document that is used for correspondence between clients, mailings, etc.
2. Any large background elements should be simplified and low contrast.
Elements placed in the body should NOT be distracting.
3. More contrasting graphic elements should be placed in the margin NOT in the body.
4. A letter head should include the company name, contact information and perhaps a slogan.
Here are some examples to get you started.
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High Scoring "5+" Examples from the College Board
After selecting your portfolio type.
Browse the high scoring Breadth & Concentration sections.
High scoring DRAWING portfolios & Information
High Scoring 3-D design Portfolios & information.
Enjoy!
Photoshop Tutorials for the Digital Enthusiast
There are a ton of amazing resources out there that show the designer, photographer new intense ways to use Photoshop & through my research I have been lucky enough to stumble on a few.
I hope you get a chance to try a few out.
Some are REALLY amazing & would make some amazing BREADTH pieces...
Once you visit each site.
Click on the individual tutorial to walk through the steps to create each technique.
Adding texture to type, to creating custom brushes
From dripping subjects to splattered faces.
Create a "Vintage feel" to your Digital Photography
Create a portrait of layered text
Layers Magazine <-- an amazing resource for ADOBE tutorials!
I hope you get a chance to try a few out.
Some are REALLY amazing & would make some amazing BREADTH pieces...
Once you visit each site.
Click on the individual tutorial to walk through the steps to create each technique.
Adding texture to type, to creating custom brushes
From dripping subjects to splattered faces.
Create a "Vintage feel" to your Digital Photography
Create a portrait of layered text
Layers Magazine <-- an amazing resource for ADOBE tutorials!
2nd Quarter Requirements
Congratulations, you have completed the 1st Quarter! Which means you should have already taken HIGH QUALITY photographs of ALL your PAST & CURRENT work. This will help prepare you for your 2nd quarter deadline.
- Create a minimum of 5 new pieces (includes class & home work)
(That number will vary depending on your personal circumstance as outlined on your contact sheets.)- Continue photographing your progress on all current work and updating your blog on FRIDAYS.
- Take HIGH QUALITY photographs of all NEW COMPLETED or REWORKED works.
- EDIT ALL OLD & NEW photographs of your work (Cropped, Levels, Saved in Edited file)
(This should be completed approximately 2 weeks before the end of the 2nd quarter.)
- Make a contact sheet with ALL EDITED work to be used for your 2nd quarter evaluation.
Shortly after the evaluations we will begin uploading your work to the AP test website.
For your 2nd Quarter Evaluations you are required to:
- Create a minimum of 5 new pieces (includes class & home work)
(That number will vary depending on your personal circumstance as outlined on your contact sheets.)- Continue photographing your progress on all current work and updating your blog on FRIDAYS.
- Take HIGH QUALITY photographs of all NEW COMPLETED or REWORKED works.
- EDIT ALL OLD & NEW photographs of your work (Cropped, Levels, Saved in Edited file)
(This should be completed approximately 2 weeks before the end of the 2nd quarter.)
- Make a contact sheet with ALL EDITED work to be used for your 2nd quarter evaluation.
Shortly after the evaluations we will begin uploading your work to the AP test website.
End of the 1st Quarter
Attention AP Artists: 1st Quarter Requirements
By the end of the 1st Quarter you should have:
4 Completed, portfolio quality pieces towards your SUMMER HMWK
2 Completed Reworks (showing significant evolution)
+ 1 New Concentration piece
7 New pieces representing your 1st Quarter portfolio
and
All previous works from your High School art career to present NEED to be:
PHOTOGRAPHED and SAVED to your U drive NO LATER THAN NOVEMBER 1st.
We will be using all Photographed works will be turned into a CONTACT SHEET during class. The CONTACT SHEET will be used to identify your strengths, to determine the direction for your concentration for the remainder of the year, as well as to assess your grade for 1st quarter.
AP Artist Digital Portfolios Class of 2011
Follow the progress of current AP Artists as they create their digital portfolios.
AP Artists Period 1
Aiello, Alyssa
Aksu, Busra
Barrios, Dana Marie
Batcher, Valerie
Bienstock, Mollie
Cohen, Marissa
Corona, Kasey
DiResta, Ashley
Herlihy, Sarah
Lynch, Daianara
O'Connor, Jeanne
Rezek, Sarah
Sadiku, Veli
Santos, Daniel
Simone, Angela
Singh, Brandon
AP Artists Period 4
Banks Emily
Casco Justine
Coughlin Angela
Ferrara Kristen
Gaffney Shannen
Goedel Nicole
Gomez Nicole
Jannotti Richard
Losee Amanda
Motley Kasey
Myers Erin
Picinich Jillian
Saccente Elizabeth
Schildt Eric
Shevins Christopher
Ulysse Anaztasia
Walsh Caitlyn
Zolezzi Daniella
Sara Kulins
AP Artists Period 1
Aiello, Alyssa
Aksu, Busra
Barrios, Dana Marie
Batcher, Valerie
Bienstock, Mollie
Cohen, Marissa
Corona, Kasey
DiResta, Ashley
Herlihy, Sarah
Lynch, Daianara
O'Connor, Jeanne
Rezek, Sarah
Sadiku, Veli
Santos, Daniel
Simone, Angela
Singh, Brandon
AP Artists Period 4
Banks Emily
Casco Justine
Coughlin Angela
Ferrara Kristen
Gaffney Shannen
Goedel Nicole
Gomez Nicole
Jannotti Richard
Losee Amanda
Motley Kasey
Myers Erin
Picinich Jillian
Saccente Elizabeth
Schildt Eric
Shevins Christopher
Ulysse Anaztasia
Walsh Caitlyn
Zolezzi Daniella
Sara Kulins
Digital "How to" week
Deadline Alert
10/15: Be prepared that 10/15 will be your first FRIDAY UPLOAD . You will be asked to upload your progress on at least 1 of the following assignments:
Reworked Experiment #1 or #2,
Concentration Piece.
ONE of the above assignments should be COMPLETE by the following FRIDAY.
AP Art's Digital How to Classwork:
Monday, October 4thBy the end of the period you should know:
How to identify the basic SYMBOLS and TOOLS used in PHOTOSHOP.
Where to SAVE and how to NAME your files on the shared drive.
How to OPEN your files in PHOTOSHOP.
How to ROTATE your files in PHOTOSHOP.
How to CROP your files in PHOTOSHOP.
How to use the NAVIGATOR to easily zoom in, out or around an image.
How to ADJUST the LEVELS of your files in PHOTOSHOP.
How to DODGE and BURN your images in PHOTOSHOP.
How to use the HISTORY bar to undo parts of your work.
How to change the IMAGE SIZE and QUALITY (dpi) in PHOTOSHOP.
How to change the CANVAS SIZE in PHOTOSHOP
By the end of the period you should know how to:
Create, duplicate, rename and discard PHOTOSHOP LAYERS.
Change the ARRANGEMENT, OPACITY, COLOR, CURVE and MODE of a LAYER.
Permanently MERGE selected elements on a layer.
TRANSFORM, to SCALE, SKEW, STRETCH or DISTORT any particular layer.
Use the RUBBER STAMP or MAGNETIC LASSO to duplicate, reproduce or repair imagery.
By the end of the period you should:
By the end of the period you should:
Have created your own digital portfolio on Blogspot.com by:
1. Go to: www.MephamArtCenter.blogspot.com (Kane)
Go to: www.MephamArt.blogspot.com (Grana)
2. Click on the Blogspot.com link under the first post
3. Click on CREATE A BLOG (big orange button)
4. Enter your full BELLMORE MERRICK EMAIL ADDRESS exactly as it is (lowercase)
5. Enter your full BELLMORE MERRICK PASSWORD exactly as it is (lowercase)
6. Enter your chosen DISPLAY NAME (your first and last name)
Ie: C Kane (this is how your name will appear when you comment on someone’s post)
7. Enter your BLOG TITLE this is the TITLE at the top of the blog
8. Enter your desired BLOG ADDRESS (No_Spaces_You_May_Use_Underscores)
9. YOU HAVE CREATED YOUR BLOG!
(it may ask you for your phone #, you do NOT have to do this just sign out and in again)
10. Click NEW POST in the upper right hand corner of your webpage then
CLICK THE SETTINGS TAB
• Add your Blog to our Listings? NO
• Let search engine find your blog? NO
• Show email post links? No
• SAVE SETTINGS
Click NEW POST in upper right hand corner of your webpage then
Click the SETTINGS tab (once again)
• Comments: SHOW
• Who can comment: REGISTERED USERS or USERS w/ GOOGLE acct
• Comment Moderation: ALWAYS
Enter:
EMAIL ADDRESS: WCMephamART@gmail.com Ms.Kane’s classes
EMAIL ADDRESS: MsGrana.APart@gmail.com Mrs. Grana’s class
• Comment Notification:
YOUR EMAIL (if you would like to be notified you get a comment)
AND
EMAIL ADDRESS: (SEE CLASS SHEET FOR EMAIL FOR : Ms.Kane’s classes)
EMAIL ADDRESS: (SEE CLASS SHEET FOR EMAIL FOR : Mrs. Grana’s class
11. Select your desired BLOG TEMPLATE, BACKGROUND & LAYOUT, FONT TYPE, e
12. Have learned how to edit an existing post to add or change information (for Reworks Before & After)
Friday, October 7th:
Now that you have created your blog your job is to:1. Edit your all 4 summer HMWKS (Crop, Adjust the levels)
2. Save your 4 Summer HMWKS in your EDITED FOLDER as: lastname_title
3. Created a new POST called 4 Summer HMWKS and uploaded all 4 in their current state.
4. Have created a POST called CLASS EXPERIMENTS and upload at least 2 as they are.
Creating & Mainting your Online Portfolio
Congratulations, you have just created your first Digital Blog!
To recieve credit for this:
Please become a follower of the Mepham Art Center's Blog in order to be linked with the class.
Also, if you would like to see and publish comments left by your peers click on:
To recieve credit for this:
Please become a follower of the Mepham Art Center's Blog in order to be linked with the class.
Also, if you would like to see and publish comments left by your peers click on:
and publish or reject individual comments.
A.P. Advice & Student Testimonies 2009
Mepham's Class of 2009 A.P. Artists give advice to the next generation
"I wish I knew in September...
Although this year was really challenging the end result was VERY worth it. It is one of the first times that you get REAL FREEDOM with your art and with your time. In order to make sure that you can make pieces you are proud of and finish with enough time to not freak yourself out there are some things you should keep in mind that I would have liked to know earlier because that definitely happened over the past few weeks. Make sure you budget your time and try and try to finish things on time or before deadlines so that you can give yourself extra time for adjustments and editing and to relax, all things you will need to do. It also really helps to make lists –the work you need to finish vs the work you need to edit and the works you are still planning out. This makes everything seem more manageable when there is still a lot to do. Also, try to get as much work done over breaks and take all your work seriously because you will need as much as you can, even if this just gives you more options. Also, don’t be afraid of taking risks or using pieces that didn’t take such a long time. Some of the best work can be your random experiments. Finally, don’t ever hesitate to ask people for help. Getting a lot of opinions will help you get ideas and Kane is the best person to check with. Always take her suggestions into consideration even if it will be more work its worth it in the end. Overall, the year is really, really hard honestly but in the end make work you are proud of and have fun with the opportunity.
–Aurora Parlagreco Class of 2009
I wish I would have listened to you more. I feel time guidelines could have saved me so much unnecessary stress at the end of the year if I had only listened. I wish I had known my concentration in September not November, I feel that 45 minutes a day is not enough time to complete a great portfolio I think they should make AP at least a 2 period course. I do feel the figure drawing unit at the beginning of the year was really fun experimenting with different mediums in that unit. I wish I “tried” harder in the beginning of the year but I must say I am super proud of the work I have created this year it was definitely worth the time and energy. I would just like to say you have to go in strong & stay strong the whole year. Go to extra help, it really helps & photograph your stuff as soon as you are done with it! -Hannah Silver Class of 2009
I would definitely suggest to do your work digitally on the computer it makes it so much easier and faster. I would have your concentration idea right away, so you can make as much work for it as fast as possible. If you have all your concentration pieces you’ll have plenty to use as your breadth and plenty of time to make more for your breadth. I wouldn’t stress over your breadth you can always use pieces that you already have. Stay calm and organized, organize all your pieces into folders. Good Luck –
Kristin Zecher Class of 2009
I would suggest matting as you go. Once you finish one piece matte it so you don’t get overwhelmed at the end of the year. Listen to Ms. Kane and do your homework because there is a reason to make each of the works. When you start a piece, finish it as soon as possible because you don’t want to wait till the last minute and have a lot ot finish before the AP test. Also, this is TIME CONSUMING so don’t take a lot of classes if you are planning on taking AP Art. – Melanie Jacobs Class of 2009
• Look at examples of 6’s!!! See the strength of the connection! Chose a specific concentration and focus on a color scheme.
• Matte as you go & do works on time.
• Finish every piece in two weeks, procrastinators are losers in the end.
• If you’re going to complain just don’t take it, no one likes the kid who whines about deadlines & unfair grades.
• Make A.P. friends and have cheesy art parties, you legit get stuff done and get input from people other than Kane.
• Get Edgar’s advice as well as Kane's, it’s a new perspective.
• Don’t forget about Breadth, everyone thinks they have enough but long story short- 3 days before the test they’re 2 pieces shy of the requirement.
• Make sure concentration pieces get more complicated as you go.
• 2-D portfolios are easier (not much but it is). You can take your concentration in a few edited rolls of film as opposed to months of painting.
• Come up with 8 ideas for every piece, there hasn’t been one piece that ended up with the same idea I started with.
• Respect the Art Center
• Have fun with it.
-Robyn Macy Class of 2009
Dear incoming AP Art Kids,
My name is Lori and I would like to give some advice if you plan on pursing an artistic and creative career this class can only be beneficial and helpful towards your future. Make sure to work hard in the beginning so that you won’t be overwhelmed with work at the end of the year. Ms. Kane will always be there to help you along with Ms. Edgar. Try your best. Being lazy will only set you up for failure. Pick a concentration you REALLY like, give a lot of effort and care into your work. Use your time well, be original and progress. Never underestimate your talent and take this opportunity to develop your skills.
Love,
Lori Karp Class of 2009
If I knew in September how much time and patience AP Art would take I would have managed it better. I wish that I paid more attention to due dates and progress checks because they are really helpful and although they might not seem like it at the time they will benefit you in the long run. Coming up with your own unique concentration idea allows you to reflect on yourself and your strengths as an artist. Pick a theme you’re interested in because you’ll have to develop it throughout the year. If I knew at the beginning of the year that all the hard work and time consuming projects would be worth it in the end I would have put more details into my first couple of pieces. You really get to explore your talents and style during the year. Don’t be surprised if you surprise yourself! The end is very hectic and stressful but it is DEFINITELY worth all the work. In September if I knew what I did now, I'd take it over again. IT was a great learning and growing experience. Good Luck!
-Katelynn Dwyer Class of 2009
The advice I can give to the AP Artists is that you must be capable of managing time. I recommend picking a concentration I was fortunate that I had an off period right after the art class so I would continue to work and it helped tremendously. Have a home set of supplies if you are capable to, so you do not have to worry about traveling with tons of supplies. IT is a lot of work and a huge commitment but if you are willing to do it you can succeed with ease if you manage your time. Do not think of it as a chore but look towards your work with enjoyment. Work comfortably, you work better when you are relaxed.
–Denis Murphy Class of 2009
If you have any idea of what you want to do with your concentration then just run with it! Make as any pieces as you can over the summer. This way if you decide to change your concentration than you can do it sooner than later. I changed my portfolio in January and just finished everything last week! (The test is today by the way.) If you have no idea what your doing concentration wise put that aside for the summer at least and work on your breadth because your breadth must be as awesome as your concentration.
Save your work. Save your work OFTEN and EVERYWHERE!
By everywhere I mean on CD’s on flash drives, external hard drives, on our home computer, on the school computer, EVERYWHERE!
Don’t panic, just tell yourself you can do it & think positively. You will be able to pull it off. EVERYONE pulled it off this year; you can pull it off too.
-Sam Soave Class of 2009
Dear incoming A.P. Artists,
If I knew what I know now about the A.P. Art test I would have done a lot of things differently. First, I would have found out which of the colleges I applied to actually accept the A.P. credits because I found that many of my colleges did not accept them too late in the game. I would have saved myself a lot of stress this way. Secondly, I would have liked to have a clear & concise idea of what the concentration and breadth truly consisted of because this tool I had found out way too late. If I had known from the start I would have been able to ensure that I had a strongly related concentration. Lastly the more important thing to know is to not stress your self out about it too much. While it is important to keep the A.P. test at a top priority receiving a grade of a 5 will not be your greatest accomplishment in life.
-Rachel Cutler Class of 2009
If there was ever a fault in the course, it was my own. This course required so much time and dedication and I only wish I began sprouting my wings as an artist earlier. I did my work and finished it on time but time is meaningless when it’s obvious that my full potential as an artist was not yet discovered. It was a shock like a jump into cold water when I learned just how “unstructured” our assignments were, how much freedom we were given to explore… but I soon learned that if I had let “myself go” I had some pretty good ideas and Ms. Kane was right there to help me embellish them and provide constructive criticism.
I do wish we had more time with the other artists so we could critique our work or gain inspiration by their progress and ability. Other than that I’m happy I’m done. I’m just wishing that incoming students take this seriously and passionately. Work nights to touch up a drawing or sketch you will feel PROUD. Here you will loose yourself & find yourself. –Timea Kernacova Class of 2009
If I knew in September what I know now I would have definitely stuck to the timeline and not slacked off. In the beginning I would have put more thought into each piece instead of making something because I have to. Before choosing a concentration make sure that it can be made into more than 12 ideas because if not then you struggle for ideas and then your pieces become boring and very much alike. Do as much work as you can over the summer because you will need them for your breadth. The test is a lot more work than you initially expect. It will get stressful and you will feel yourself slowly going nuts but it all pays off when your finally done and you feel the greatest sense of accomplishment. Even if you don’t need the credits for college it is still good to have this body of work. It will always be something to remember and look back on. You won’t believe some of the things you can come up with when you really try to push your limits. If you would have shown me my work from this year when I was in 9th or 10th grade I would have never believed that I could make something even close to that good. Just work hard and put your heart into this body of work because it will be one of your greatest accomplishments. -Nicolette Lagomarsini Class of 2009
The first thing I think of when I think of upcoming AP artists is time management. My biggest suggestion would be to complete at least 3 pieces over the summer coming into senior year because I feel like that is what helped me the most. Even if you are not sure what your concentration will be make artwork like crazy and continue to improve it. I may have rushed a little at the end to get everything together but if you have the majority of your pieces completed at least 3 weeks before the AP date, your life will be SO much easier. If I could change what I did throughout the year I would probably want to outline all my pieces first to make sure I was happy with what I was going to do. The other thing I would suggest would be to work on building a good breadth section. The one weak part of this test was my breadth and I feel like it could be better if I worked on pieces over the weekend. Make artwork from your heart and make sure you like what your creating. Even if you don’t like what a piece is becoming, if there is time, collage over it and make it something you are proud of. Don’t be afraid to make drastic changes and change your idea if you feel really confident.
Listen to the Art-teachers, they know what they’re talking about! Have fun with it!
-Samantha Beim Class of 2009
Well its hard work but it is fun work. It is all about you now and the artwork you want to make. I know it is hard to think of a concentration idea. My advice would be to look at your past work and pick your best pieces. Make a list about what you like about your work, which could be a good place to start. That’s what happened for me I had no idea where to start. I had 3 ideas like photograph of people where all you see is there eyes but then I was looking at my past work and loved 2 photos I had of hands. So then I just through for everything we use our hands for and worked like crazy. I had 12 works by February but just because it was “done” with the # did not mean I couldn’t make it better. I made more pieces so I could make choices about what I would submit in the final concentration no finishing it the day of. Think outside the box and do your best because you are doing it all for you now. Good Luck!
-Beth Zink Class of 2009
I am going to be completely honest. In September of 2008, I was skeptical on how I’d last in A.P. Art. It was tough in my view but at the same time I didn’t want to give up. As the year went on the work got easier because I was actually trying to do what I had to do. If you do what you are asked to do and get the assignments in on time A.P. Art will be a breeze and fun. I’m thankful to have had the help of Ms. Kane and Ms. Edgar to help me work harder and actually be confident enough to finish something that I wasn’t happy with in the beginning, but looked awesome in the end. What I would do differently is actually start the class with the confidence I have now rather than have waited till the end. Also, I would have listened to my teacher more. I feel bad for not cooperating the way I should have, I thank her for the patience she had with me. Advice that I would give to upcoming students that will come into A.P. Art is to come into class ready to work, listen to the teacher, and have complete confidence in your work. Don’t give up on something that ma not look good in the beginning because the final work, once your done will look amazing. Even if you’re still not happy with the outcome, it would probably look awesome in someone else’s eyes. –Kimberly Cowen Class of 2009
I can honestly say that I don’t know if I would have done anything differently in this course, I followed the deadlines and was totally on track through out the year. Maybe, I would have been more prepared to be more original than I ever had to be, if I knew how independently we created ideas. Instead of being given a concrete project to do. We had to create ideas based on our concentration. However, we were given a lot of help by Ms. Kane and Ms. Edgar who were always available with encouragement and new ways to make our ideas fresh and college-board worthy. –Emily Grazia Class of 2009
Dear incoming AP Artists,
If you would like to continue in your years in art class I would suggest for you to keep in mind the central idea of your concentration is. As an AP student myself I experienced many last minute work which didn’t portray my true potential. I should have put more time and effort into my portfolio (which I suggest you do at the beginning of the year). Please keep in mind the same idea throughout concentration portfolio and the breadth section of your portfolio should contain any work that you do on your own time. Being an artist lets you create endless possibilities so be creative and use all the materials that you can! Good luck and have fun!
-Joanna Wu Class of 2009
If I knew all the organization needed to put into this portfolio I would finish projects earlier so I had more time to edit, and mat (which for me was the most difficult part). It is smart to mat your work after you finish a piece that way you aren’t cramming in time to be at the matting board. Also incoming students should take full advantage of extra help time. This gives you helpful time with your teacher for critiques and to improve. Time management is very important! Due dates should be taken seriously because those dates help everyone get things done on time. It is fun being able to choose your own concentration in AP Art. It gives you more flexibility to be creative and make whatever comes to mind. In the beginning I did not know if I was a 2-D or drawing portfolio. Once I decided 2-D I realized it was the best decision for me. It allows me to take photos and edit them for my breadth and concentration pieces. My theme was music, which is easy to work with because there are so many windows and doors choose a theme that can open possibilities for you! I totally recommend this class to other incoming students. –Melissa Kabak Class of 2009
"I wish I realized how quickly the time really does go by. Although I started the year with a drawing portfolio, I changed it about a week and a half before the AP exam. I honestly would not recommend this to anyone unless they have the time both during each and everyday and also after school. I don’t think I would have gotten anything or nearly as much done as I did without the Ms. Kane and Mrs. Ptacek and friends helping and it was still a very stressful experience. I wish I had chosen the correct portfolio for me in the beginning of the year and listened to Ms. Kane and her bi-weekly deadlines. I wish I had more time to digitally enhance all of my photographs with Photoshop. I also wish that I was more well aware of what was expected of myself in the fact that I wish I had seen others artwork and the scores that they received in order to compare my artwork to theirs and see where I stand in the class and in the eyes of the college board. The homework assignment in which Kane made us go on the AP art college board website and view and write about those who received a grade on it and why was very helpful. Although the AP Art course was difficult and time consuming it was worth it and I would definitely take the course again." –Kristin Bauer Class of 2009
"I work slowly, so if I knew then that I would have worked more with smaller sizes then by 7" by 11" and not draw my artwork along an edge. Coloring my largest piece took the longest to work on and getting your own mat cutter is worth it when there is only two cutters. Waiting until the last week is not a smart idea since staying at school till 7:45pm is not nice to yourself or Ms. Kane."
-Kaitlyn Compert Class of 2009
"I wish I knew in September...
Although this year was really challenging the end result was VERY worth it. It is one of the first times that you get REAL FREEDOM with your art and with your time. In order to make sure that you can make pieces you are proud of and finish with enough time to not freak yourself out there are some things you should keep in mind that I would have liked to know earlier because that definitely happened over the past few weeks. Make sure you budget your time and try and try to finish things on time or before deadlines so that you can give yourself extra time for adjustments and editing and to relax, all things you will need to do. It also really helps to make lists –the work you need to finish vs the work you need to edit and the works you are still planning out. This makes everything seem more manageable when there is still a lot to do. Also, try to get as much work done over breaks and take all your work seriously because you will need as much as you can, even if this just gives you more options. Also, don’t be afraid of taking risks or using pieces that didn’t take such a long time. Some of the best work can be your random experiments. Finally, don’t ever hesitate to ask people for help. Getting a lot of opinions will help you get ideas and Kane is the best person to check with. Always take her suggestions into consideration even if it will be more work its worth it in the end. Overall, the year is really, really hard honestly but in the end make work you are proud of and have fun with the opportunity.
–Aurora Parlagreco Class of 2009
I wish I would have listened to you more. I feel time guidelines could have saved me so much unnecessary stress at the end of the year if I had only listened. I wish I had known my concentration in September not November, I feel that 45 minutes a day is not enough time to complete a great portfolio I think they should make AP at least a 2 period course. I do feel the figure drawing unit at the beginning of the year was really fun experimenting with different mediums in that unit. I wish I “tried” harder in the beginning of the year but I must say I am super proud of the work I have created this year it was definitely worth the time and energy. I would just like to say you have to go in strong & stay strong the whole year. Go to extra help, it really helps & photograph your stuff as soon as you are done with it! -Hannah Silver Class of 2009
I would definitely suggest to do your work digitally on the computer it makes it so much easier and faster. I would have your concentration idea right away, so you can make as much work for it as fast as possible. If you have all your concentration pieces you’ll have plenty to use as your breadth and plenty of time to make more for your breadth. I wouldn’t stress over your breadth you can always use pieces that you already have. Stay calm and organized, organize all your pieces into folders. Good Luck –
Kristin Zecher Class of 2009
I would suggest matting as you go. Once you finish one piece matte it so you don’t get overwhelmed at the end of the year. Listen to Ms. Kane and do your homework because there is a reason to make each of the works. When you start a piece, finish it as soon as possible because you don’t want to wait till the last minute and have a lot ot finish before the AP test. Also, this is TIME CONSUMING so don’t take a lot of classes if you are planning on taking AP Art. – Melanie Jacobs Class of 2009
• Look at examples of 6’s!!! See the strength of the connection! Chose a specific concentration and focus on a color scheme.
• Matte as you go & do works on time.
• Finish every piece in two weeks, procrastinators are losers in the end.
• If you’re going to complain just don’t take it, no one likes the kid who whines about deadlines & unfair grades.
• Make A.P. friends and have cheesy art parties, you legit get stuff done and get input from people other than Kane.
• Get Edgar’s advice as well as Kane's, it’s a new perspective.
• Don’t forget about Breadth, everyone thinks they have enough but long story short- 3 days before the test they’re 2 pieces shy of the requirement.
• Make sure concentration pieces get more complicated as you go.
• 2-D portfolios are easier (not much but it is). You can take your concentration in a few edited rolls of film as opposed to months of painting.
• Come up with 8 ideas for every piece, there hasn’t been one piece that ended up with the same idea I started with.
• Respect the Art Center
• Have fun with it.
-Robyn Macy Class of 2009
Dear incoming AP Art Kids,
My name is Lori and I would like to give some advice if you plan on pursing an artistic and creative career this class can only be beneficial and helpful towards your future. Make sure to work hard in the beginning so that you won’t be overwhelmed with work at the end of the year. Ms. Kane will always be there to help you along with Ms. Edgar. Try your best. Being lazy will only set you up for failure. Pick a concentration you REALLY like, give a lot of effort and care into your work. Use your time well, be original and progress. Never underestimate your talent and take this opportunity to develop your skills.
Love,
Lori Karp Class of 2009
If I knew in September how much time and patience AP Art would take I would have managed it better. I wish that I paid more attention to due dates and progress checks because they are really helpful and although they might not seem like it at the time they will benefit you in the long run. Coming up with your own unique concentration idea allows you to reflect on yourself and your strengths as an artist. Pick a theme you’re interested in because you’ll have to develop it throughout the year. If I knew at the beginning of the year that all the hard work and time consuming projects would be worth it in the end I would have put more details into my first couple of pieces. You really get to explore your talents and style during the year. Don’t be surprised if you surprise yourself! The end is very hectic and stressful but it is DEFINITELY worth all the work. In September if I knew what I did now, I'd take it over again. IT was a great learning and growing experience. Good Luck!
-Katelynn Dwyer Class of 2009
The advice I can give to the AP Artists is that you must be capable of managing time. I recommend picking a concentration I was fortunate that I had an off period right after the art class so I would continue to work and it helped tremendously. Have a home set of supplies if you are capable to, so you do not have to worry about traveling with tons of supplies. IT is a lot of work and a huge commitment but if you are willing to do it you can succeed with ease if you manage your time. Do not think of it as a chore but look towards your work with enjoyment. Work comfortably, you work better when you are relaxed.
–Denis Murphy Class of 2009
If you have any idea of what you want to do with your concentration then just run with it! Make as any pieces as you can over the summer. This way if you decide to change your concentration than you can do it sooner than later. I changed my portfolio in January and just finished everything last week! (The test is today by the way.) If you have no idea what your doing concentration wise put that aside for the summer at least and work on your breadth because your breadth must be as awesome as your concentration.
Save your work. Save your work OFTEN and EVERYWHERE!
By everywhere I mean on CD’s on flash drives, external hard drives, on our home computer, on the school computer, EVERYWHERE!
Don’t panic, just tell yourself you can do it & think positively. You will be able to pull it off. EVERYONE pulled it off this year; you can pull it off too.
-Sam Soave Class of 2009
Dear incoming A.P. Artists,
If I knew what I know now about the A.P. Art test I would have done a lot of things differently. First, I would have found out which of the colleges I applied to actually accept the A.P. credits because I found that many of my colleges did not accept them too late in the game. I would have saved myself a lot of stress this way. Secondly, I would have liked to have a clear & concise idea of what the concentration and breadth truly consisted of because this tool I had found out way too late. If I had known from the start I would have been able to ensure that I had a strongly related concentration. Lastly the more important thing to know is to not stress your self out about it too much. While it is important to keep the A.P. test at a top priority receiving a grade of a 5 will not be your greatest accomplishment in life.
-Rachel Cutler Class of 2009
If there was ever a fault in the course, it was my own. This course required so much time and dedication and I only wish I began sprouting my wings as an artist earlier. I did my work and finished it on time but time is meaningless when it’s obvious that my full potential as an artist was not yet discovered. It was a shock like a jump into cold water when I learned just how “unstructured” our assignments were, how much freedom we were given to explore… but I soon learned that if I had let “myself go” I had some pretty good ideas and Ms. Kane was right there to help me embellish them and provide constructive criticism.
I do wish we had more time with the other artists so we could critique our work or gain inspiration by their progress and ability. Other than that I’m happy I’m done. I’m just wishing that incoming students take this seriously and passionately. Work nights to touch up a drawing or sketch you will feel PROUD. Here you will loose yourself & find yourself. –Timea Kernacova Class of 2009
If I knew in September what I know now I would have definitely stuck to the timeline and not slacked off. In the beginning I would have put more thought into each piece instead of making something because I have to. Before choosing a concentration make sure that it can be made into more than 12 ideas because if not then you struggle for ideas and then your pieces become boring and very much alike. Do as much work as you can over the summer because you will need them for your breadth. The test is a lot more work than you initially expect. It will get stressful and you will feel yourself slowly going nuts but it all pays off when your finally done and you feel the greatest sense of accomplishment. Even if you don’t need the credits for college it is still good to have this body of work. It will always be something to remember and look back on. You won’t believe some of the things you can come up with when you really try to push your limits. If you would have shown me my work from this year when I was in 9th or 10th grade I would have never believed that I could make something even close to that good. Just work hard and put your heart into this body of work because it will be one of your greatest accomplishments. -Nicolette Lagomarsini Class of 2009
The first thing I think of when I think of upcoming AP artists is time management. My biggest suggestion would be to complete at least 3 pieces over the summer coming into senior year because I feel like that is what helped me the most. Even if you are not sure what your concentration will be make artwork like crazy and continue to improve it. I may have rushed a little at the end to get everything together but if you have the majority of your pieces completed at least 3 weeks before the AP date, your life will be SO much easier. If I could change what I did throughout the year I would probably want to outline all my pieces first to make sure I was happy with what I was going to do. The other thing I would suggest would be to work on building a good breadth section. The one weak part of this test was my breadth and I feel like it could be better if I worked on pieces over the weekend. Make artwork from your heart and make sure you like what your creating. Even if you don’t like what a piece is becoming, if there is time, collage over it and make it something you are proud of. Don’t be afraid to make drastic changes and change your idea if you feel really confident.
Listen to the Art-teachers, they know what they’re talking about! Have fun with it!
-Samantha Beim Class of 2009
Well its hard work but it is fun work. It is all about you now and the artwork you want to make. I know it is hard to think of a concentration idea. My advice would be to look at your past work and pick your best pieces. Make a list about what you like about your work, which could be a good place to start. That’s what happened for me I had no idea where to start. I had 3 ideas like photograph of people where all you see is there eyes but then I was looking at my past work and loved 2 photos I had of hands. So then I just through for everything we use our hands for and worked like crazy. I had 12 works by February but just because it was “done” with the # did not mean I couldn’t make it better. I made more pieces so I could make choices about what I would submit in the final concentration no finishing it the day of. Think outside the box and do your best because you are doing it all for you now. Good Luck!
-Beth Zink Class of 2009
I am going to be completely honest. In September of 2008, I was skeptical on how I’d last in A.P. Art. It was tough in my view but at the same time I didn’t want to give up. As the year went on the work got easier because I was actually trying to do what I had to do. If you do what you are asked to do and get the assignments in on time A.P. Art will be a breeze and fun. I’m thankful to have had the help of Ms. Kane and Ms. Edgar to help me work harder and actually be confident enough to finish something that I wasn’t happy with in the beginning, but looked awesome in the end. What I would do differently is actually start the class with the confidence I have now rather than have waited till the end. Also, I would have listened to my teacher more. I feel bad for not cooperating the way I should have, I thank her for the patience she had with me. Advice that I would give to upcoming students that will come into A.P. Art is to come into class ready to work, listen to the teacher, and have complete confidence in your work. Don’t give up on something that ma not look good in the beginning because the final work, once your done will look amazing. Even if you’re still not happy with the outcome, it would probably look awesome in someone else’s eyes. –Kimberly Cowen Class of 2009
I can honestly say that I don’t know if I would have done anything differently in this course, I followed the deadlines and was totally on track through out the year. Maybe, I would have been more prepared to be more original than I ever had to be, if I knew how independently we created ideas. Instead of being given a concrete project to do. We had to create ideas based on our concentration. However, we were given a lot of help by Ms. Kane and Ms. Edgar who were always available with encouragement and new ways to make our ideas fresh and college-board worthy. –Emily Grazia Class of 2009
Dear incoming AP Artists,
If you would like to continue in your years in art class I would suggest for you to keep in mind the central idea of your concentration is. As an AP student myself I experienced many last minute work which didn’t portray my true potential. I should have put more time and effort into my portfolio (which I suggest you do at the beginning of the year). Please keep in mind the same idea throughout concentration portfolio and the breadth section of your portfolio should contain any work that you do on your own time. Being an artist lets you create endless possibilities so be creative and use all the materials that you can! Good luck and have fun!
-Joanna Wu Class of 2009
If I knew all the organization needed to put into this portfolio I would finish projects earlier so I had more time to edit, and mat (which for me was the most difficult part). It is smart to mat your work after you finish a piece that way you aren’t cramming in time to be at the matting board. Also incoming students should take full advantage of extra help time. This gives you helpful time with your teacher for critiques and to improve. Time management is very important! Due dates should be taken seriously because those dates help everyone get things done on time. It is fun being able to choose your own concentration in AP Art. It gives you more flexibility to be creative and make whatever comes to mind. In the beginning I did not know if I was a 2-D or drawing portfolio. Once I decided 2-D I realized it was the best decision for me. It allows me to take photos and edit them for my breadth and concentration pieces. My theme was music, which is easy to work with because there are so many windows and doors choose a theme that can open possibilities for you! I totally recommend this class to other incoming students. –Melissa Kabak Class of 2009
"I wish I realized how quickly the time really does go by. Although I started the year with a drawing portfolio, I changed it about a week and a half before the AP exam. I honestly would not recommend this to anyone unless they have the time both during each and everyday and also after school. I don’t think I would have gotten anything or nearly as much done as I did without the Ms. Kane and Mrs. Ptacek and friends helping and it was still a very stressful experience. I wish I had chosen the correct portfolio for me in the beginning of the year and listened to Ms. Kane and her bi-weekly deadlines. I wish I had more time to digitally enhance all of my photographs with Photoshop. I also wish that I was more well aware of what was expected of myself in the fact that I wish I had seen others artwork and the scores that they received in order to compare my artwork to theirs and see where I stand in the class and in the eyes of the college board. The homework assignment in which Kane made us go on the AP art college board website and view and write about those who received a grade on it and why was very helpful. Although the AP Art course was difficult and time consuming it was worth it and I would definitely take the course again." –Kristin Bauer Class of 2009
"I work slowly, so if I knew then that I would have worked more with smaller sizes then by 7" by 11" and not draw my artwork along an edge. Coloring my largest piece took the longest to work on and getting your own mat cutter is worth it when there is only two cutters. Waiting until the last week is not a smart idea since staying at school till 7:45pm is not nice to yourself or Ms. Kane."
-Kaitlyn Compert Class of 2009
A.P. Portfolio Types: DR/2D/3D
Which of the 3 different Portfolio types are right for you?
You are a 2D portfolio if...
* You a photographer,
* you work digitally/on the computer
* you have a bold, high contrast, graphic or commercial aesthetic (hand drawn or otherwise)
You are a DRAWING portfolio if...
* You use a range of mark making techniques
* You love to draw from observation
* Experiment with the physical application of materials, paint, collage, etc.
You are a 3D portfolio if...
* You work 3dimensionally in any material
* May also include elegantly/elaborately hand built prototypes for; car, architectural, clothing, packaging or industrial design
Have a better idea now? Good! Now see the requirements for each below
Still unsure? ---> Go to the "Examples from the College Board" archive on the left side of this page and follow the instructions to see outstanding College Board examples for each portfolio type.
"The Drawing Portfolio at a glance
In the Drawing portfolio, mastery of drawing can be demonstrated through a wide range of approaches and media. Light and shade, line quality, rendering of form, composition, surface manipulation, and the illusion of depth are drawing issues that can be addressed through a variety of means, which could include painting, printmaking, mixed media, etc. Abstract, observational, and inventive works may be submitted. The range of marks used to make drawings, the arrangement of the marks, and the materials used to make the marks are endless.
Requirements for the Drawing Portfolio
SECTION I: 5 actual works; shipped to the College Board (may be from Breadth or Concentration or neither)
SECTION II: Concentration 12 images; some (no more than 2)may be details
SECTION III: Breadth 12 images
SECTION II: Concentration 12 images; some (no more than 2)may be details
SECTION III: Breadth 12 images
The 2-D Portfolio at a glance
The term "2-D Design" is used very broadly; a wide range of work can fit into this portfolio. The unifying idea for the portfolio is that the student focuses on making decisions about how to use the principles and elements of art to create works of art that convey meaning. In some cases, the "meaning" of the work may involve messages on a literal level (for example, graphic design, product design). However, "meaning" is just as likely to take the form of abstract or purely visual coherence. What's critical is that sense of deliberate manipulation of the visual tools represented by the elements and principles. The work may be highly technological, or it may be created with the most simple means. Any two-dimensional medium may be used for this portfolio.
Requirements for the 2-D Portfolio
SECTION I: 5 actual works; shipped to the College Board (may be from Breadth or Concentration or neither)
SECTION II: Concentration 12 images; some (no more than 2)may be details
SECTION III: Breadth 12 images
SECTION II: Concentration 12 images; some (no more than 2)may be details
SECTION III: Breadth 12 images
The 3-D Portfolio at a glance
The Advanced Placement Program in Studio Art: 3-D Design is a performance-based visual exam. Each student develops and submits a portfolio that serves as a direct demonstration of achievement. The term "3-D Design" is used very broadly; a wide range of work can fit into this portfolio. Logically, work that is submitted for this portfolio will explore depth and space -- that is, the issues of working in three dimensions. Content, style, and process are completely open. Whatever direction the student chooses, the work should address such issues as mass, volume, form. Any three-dimensional medium may be used for this portfolio.
Requirements for 3-D Portfolio
SECTION I: Quality 10 images; (submitted online) two different views of five separate works
SECTION II: Concentration 12 images; some may be details
SECTION III: Breadth 16 images; two different views of eight separate works"
Source: http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/ap/sub_studioart.html
1st Qtr Requirements 2009-2010
While your effort both in class and out of class and in meeting deadlines will be factored HEAVILY into your 1st quarter grade. The individual grades for assessing 1st Quarter will be assessed based off of:
By the end of 1st quarter you need to have met the following requirements, having created a post, as well as photographing and editing the following high quality portfolio ready works on your digital portfolio (blog):
- 4 Completed Summer HMWK's
- 1 NEW concentration piece
- 2 Completed reworked class experiments (w/ Before & After shots)
Resulting in Total of 7 completed pieces representing your best most current work.
- The photographing of ALL previous Artworks 9-12 photographed saved & uploaded to personal folder on schools shared drive by the first week in November.
(This will be needed for class work contact sheet assignment the same due date)
- 1 working concentration statement (yes this may/will change) also posted to online portfolio
Classwork: At the end of the quarter all previous and current work made into a contact sheet that is printed and evaluated together. This will help prepare students for the remaining work left to complete their AP Portfolios.
- 4 Completed Summer HMWK's
- 1 NEW concentration piece
- 2 Completed reworked class experiments (w/ Before & After shots)
Resulting in Total of 7 completed pieces representing your best most current work.
- The photographing of ALL previous Artworks 9-12 photographed saved & uploaded to personal folder on schools shared drive by the first week in November.
(This will be needed for class work contact sheet assignment the same due date)
- 1 working concentration statement (yes this may/will change) also posted to online portfolio
Classwork: At the end of the quarter all previous and current work made into a contact sheet that is printed and evaluated together. This will help prepare students for the remaining work left to complete their AP Portfolios.
September: 4 Completed Summer HMWK’s
September: Website creation and maintenance
September - October: Class-work participation/effort, enthusiasm and willingness to take chances.
October 16th: 1 Finished Concentration Piece
October 23rd: 2+ hours into 1 experiment of your choice (upload Before and After pic)
October 30th: 2+ hours into 1 different experiment of your choice (upload Before and After pic)
November 2nd: Working Concentration statement displayed next to concentration piece
You will also be asked to assess your evolution thus far by answering the following questions as honestly as you possibly can:
1. What do you feel is your greatest strength as an artist at this moment?
2. What is holding you back?
3. How have you grown/changed artistically or otherwise over the past few months?
4. If you could create work on any particular subject, what would it be about?
5. If you could create work in any manner, process or combination or media, what would you focus on and why?
Emily Fox
W.C. Mepham High School Proudly Presents:
The Drawings and Paintings of
Emily Fox
On display in the main office Oct-Nov 2009
Congratulations Emily!
Stop by and show your support
Also, visit her online portfolio to: see more recent works,
ask questions or leave comments for the artist.
Rachel Waldmann
W.C. Mepham High School Proudly Presents:
The photography of Rachel Waldmann
On display in the copy room Oct-Nov 2009
Congratulations Rachel!
Stop by and show your support
or leave her positive feedback on her online portfolio!
or leave her positive feedback on her online portfolio!
NEW! NAHS/Art Club Website
Congratulations to this years NAHS officers Class of 2010!
President
Allison Balogh
Vice President
Emily Fox
Treasurer
Anita Gallant
Secretary
Nick DiChiara
Publicity Journalist
Brittany Martorella
Publicity Photographer
Rachel Waldmann
Art Club Leadership Council
Mike Rivera and Kevin Chao
1st Quarter Assignments
1. Due Fri 9/4: Fill out the personal "about the artist" survey and bring in summer hmwk's.2. Due Wednes 9/16: Supply Check (only top 1/2 of list).
3. September-November: Create & Maintain personal Portfolio
3. Due Fri 9/18: Upload 2 finished AP Summer HMWK's to your online portfolio.
4. Due Fri9/25: Upload 2 remaining AP summer HMWK's (TOTAL of 4) to your portfolio.
5. Due Fri 10/9: Upload all classwork experiments to your online portfolio
6. Due Friday 10/16: 1 Finished Concentration Piece uploaded
7. Due Friday 10/23: 2+ hours into 1 experiment of your choice (upload Before and After)
8. Due Friday 10/30: 2+ hours into 1 different experiment of your choice (upload Before and After)
9. Due Monday 11/2: Working Concentration statement displayed next to concentration piece
10. Due Monday 11/2: Final Upload (See requirements)
11. Due Friday 11/6: Leave a BRIEF online critique for one piece from each of your classmates.
3. September-November: Create & Maintain personal Portfolio
3. Due Fri 9/18: Upload 2 finished AP Summer HMWK's to your online portfolio.
4. Due Fri9/25: Upload 2 remaining AP summer HMWK's (TOTAL of 4) to your portfolio.
5. Due Fri 10/9: Upload all classwork experiments to your online portfolio
6. Due Friday 10/16: 1 Finished Concentration Piece uploaded
7. Due Friday 10/23: 2+ hours into 1 experiment of your choice (upload Before and After)
8. Due Friday 10/30: 2+ hours into 1 different experiment of your choice (upload Before and After)
9. Due Monday 11/2: Working Concentration statement displayed next to concentration piece
10. Due Monday 11/2: Final Upload (See requirements)
11. Due Friday 11/6: Leave a BRIEF online critique for one piece from each of your classmates.
AP Artist Portfolios Class of 2010
Congratulations to this years AP Artists for successfully creating their online portfolios!
All Classwork & Homework assignments will be posted by each student to their blog.
Feel free to view their work and leave them love below!
All Classwork & Homework assignments will be posted by each student to their blog.
Feel free to view their work and leave them love below!
3rd Period Artists Online Portfolios
Class of 2010
7th Period Artist Online Portfolios
Class of 2010
Class of 2010
Concentrations from Mepham AP artists class of 2009
Below are examples of Concentrations from all Portfolio types made by Mepham A.P. Artists class of 2009. They are as displayed just as they will be seen from the A.P. College Board Website along side their concentration statements.
Examples of Drawing Concentrations:
Portraits as described through Layering. (Literal layering of figures evolving into experimental layering of materials (paper, acetate, paint etc,) to reveal the layers of personality and character found within a portrait.
View works below:
Works By Rachel Cutler
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My concentration is titled "It was just a dream", the dreamer reinterprets the characters in her life and places them in the context of her mind. I apply each mark with an energetic stroke of the brush that dances around the page creating direction, rhythm and form. I helped to express the mood of each painting and character by using deep colors. I used each painting as a way to deal with my own struggles in an attempt to find myself. My goal was to attempt to figure out who we are as people and figure out which is the better of the roads to choosing my paintings. In my journey of exploring all these issues I came closer in finding who I am and how to experiment with my ideas even more. In letting go I have become able to be more involved in what I am creating. I envisioned myself in the shoes of those I painted and brought out what I saw. As it progressed for me it became more experimental and involuntary I created my works. My paintings would speak to me and pushed me to create something new and exciting. As I would make more pieces it would become larger and have greater mood.
View works below:
Works By Talon Rubino
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Examples of 2-D Concentrations:
By Mark Domiczek
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Coming from German descent I have been privileged enough to visit to Germany a number of times giving me a new perspective on a new way of life. Typically, my perception of Germany has been pristine and orderly but I was compelled to stop when spotting photograph the site of abandoned buildings. I have always been interested in architecture, texture, and age photographing this site enables me to combine all my loves into my concentration.
I have always been obsessed with the form of wrinkles and texture. In fact, I began the year planning to submit a drawing portfolio and had rendered form of stumps, sponges, crumpled up paper, and anything I could get my hands on. However, during my trip to Germany I was compelled by a site of abandoned houses (that was so different from my normal perception of the country), that I had to stop and photograph it. At the site I found disregarded objects left surrounding the houses, again I was enamored by the texture, age, and depletion of the environment so much so that I switched to a 2D portfolio.
View works below:
By Kristen Bauer
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My concentration visually represents a play on words. I chose to portray clichés in a literal way through a combination of text and images. In this way I was able to challenge myself conceptually as well as compositionally and show how artwork can speak to an audience with or without words. I hope that the work causes people to think and question what they often take for granted as true while still allowing them to relate to clichés that are frequently heard.
View works below:
By Aurora Parlagreco
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The Girl Who Lost Everything is a book that shows the progression a young girl’s life and how it was “turned upside down” by not cleaning her room. Watching the mess grow she began to lose the things that ultimately are most important to her, not only her favorite toy, but her relationship with her family as well. Children illustrations gave me the opportunity to combine my background and love for fashion illustration and while exploring light and color.
As I became more invested in the story the characters and their world became more specific. The detail element began to directly relate to the characters personality. I grew attached to picking out the pattern of the skirt to the red barrel of monkeys hanging off her desk to the printed teacups and the graphic designs from every toy box and chinchilla food. Every element has been planned from mismatched clothes and the uneven bangs on Violet to her pet chinchilla attempting to escape the chaos.
View works below:
By Hannah Silver
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