Assignment #5

Photo Analysis (space)

STA 113:009

Project Due: Beginning of class, Mon Feb 23

Objective:

You will describe the space in a landscape photograph by manipulating only found text as a line-like device. Layering different directions of line in different densities and positions will help to flesh out the idea of space in your landscape.

 

Step 1: You may use the grid system to figure out the photo’s proportions when they are translated to the Bristol sheet. At minimum a 1 in border needs to be around the image area, but no more than 2 in.  This may require you to crop your photo in a proportionate way to enlarge (see me if you need assistance).  On the Bristol, give yourself enough information regarding the different shapes given in your photo—how they overlap, recede or use a gradient..

 

Step 2: Cut out shapes from the found text that describe the direction of the landmasses or objects in your photo. Using the tracing paper transfer method might be helpful as you build the space and fill in abstract shapes. Varying and paying attention to the direction of the text to mold out shapes and better describe the undulations will take this assignment further. Differing values of text or background for the text can help exaggerate space (see Girl With Pearl Earring Example). 

Step 3: Fill out the entire page- do not leave any of the image area blank- use paper to describe even the whites of the picture. If needed, cut more lines of text to layer and better describe details. Erase away any pencil lines. Do not use Sharpie on this project, even as a border.

Step 4: Type up a write-up explaining how space is created (see criteria below)

Grading:

Strength of Translation (design, use of line direction, value range created)  30 pts

Craftsmanship (no visible pencil lines, following directions, clean cuts)                        10 pts

1 paragraph write-up (typed) explaining how space is created and indicated in the project via:

gradient

overlap

size change

vertical location

vanishing point perspective

(refer to handout) 10 pts                                                                                                                       

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50 pts

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