WEEK 1

Balance: Create a composition that showcases both symmetrical and asymmetrical balance.

WEEK 2

Contrast: Illustrate a scene using only black and white, focusing on the play of light and shadow.

WEEK 3

Emphasis: Design a page where one element is the focal point and the rest support it.

WEEK 4

Unity: Combine various objects in a creative way to express a common theme or idea.

WEEK 5

Rhythm: Draw a repeating pattern that captures a sense of movement and flow.

WEEK 6

Line: Experiment with different types of lines (straight, curved, zigzag) to create dynamic compositions.

WEEK 7

Shape: Create an artwork entirely using geometric and organic shapes.

WEEK 8

Form: Render a still life, paying special attention to how light interacts with the objects to create the illusion of three-dimensionality.

WEEK 9

Color: Develop a monochromatic color scheme to convey a specific mood or emotion.

WEEK 10

Texture: Explore various techniques to convey different textures, such as rough, smooth, or fuzzy.

WEEK 11

Value Study: Select an object and create a grayscale drawing that accurately captures its light and dark values.

WEEK 12

Cross-Hatching: Practice cross-hatching techniques to add depth and volume to a drawing.

WEEK 13

Still Life: Set up a composition of objects and draw it using different shading techniques to achieve realism.

WEEK 14

Collage: Combine various materials (newspaper, magazines, fabric) to create a visually engaging collage that tells a story.

WEEK 15

Mash-Up: Combine two unrelated objects to design a new, imaginative entity or scene.

WEEK 16

Typography: Create a visual representation of a favorite quote or phrase using creative typography.

WEEK 17

Master Study: Choose a work from a famous artist and recreate it in your style, paying attention to their techniques and style.

WEEK 18

Historical Era: Research an art movement (e.g., Renaissance, Cubism) and create a piece inspired by its style and principles.

WEEK 19

Then & Now: Draw an image that represents who you were at the start of this class and who you are now.