Op art value drawings
Op Art was a style of art in the 1960s that investigated optical illusions and color interactions. Some pieces were black and white, while others exploded with color. Hungarian artist Victor Vasarely is considered to be one of the predecessors of op art.
This op art-inspired drawing project reviews color theory and value:
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Analyzing Op Art
Plan in your sketchbook & Draw final layout
color theory
Choose any set of analogous colors to fill each tube- that means each tube should show three colors that touch on the color wheel. Some students prefer to repeat the same group of colors throughout the drawing, while others prefer to make each tube a different group of colors.
Only color requirement: Choose sets of analogous colors. Each vertical section or tube includes three colors touching on the color wheel you chose.
Only color requirement: Choose sets of analogous colors. Each vertical section or tube includes three colors touching on the color wheel you chose.
Colored pencil techniques
Shade lightly over the section with color. Choose individual bands or sections with several bands together.
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Using the same color, apply more pressure with the pencil on the edges of the section. The color should look like it is reaching toward the center but leaves a space for the lighter area to stay.
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finished Work
Objectives & Assessment
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StandardsVA7MC1a. Uses imagination and the elements and principles of design to shape meaningful works of art.
VA7MC2e. Explores and invents artistic conventions (e.g., styles, techniques) to connect and express visual ideas. VA7CU1d. Recognizes the varied reasons for making art throughout history, how history and culture have influenced art, and how art has shaped culture/history. VA7PR2c. Explores various techniques/processes as well as the properties of art materials in preparation for art making (e.g., drawing, painting, mixed-media, printmaking, sculpture, digital art, fiber arts, ceramics, photography, technology based art works, graphic design). VA7PR2e. Produces original two-dimensional artworks for intended purpose, using a variety of media (e.g., pencils, markers, pastels, water-based paints, printmaking materials, photographic/electronic media). VA7PR2a. Uses selected sources for artworks (e.g., direct observation, personal experience, self-perception, memory, imagination, fantasy, traditional events, pop culture). VA7PR3b. Applies color theory (e.g., color schemes, relationships, properties) to create visual effects and communicate ideas. VA7PR4e. Evaluates effective use of the Principles of Design within one’s own work VA7AR1b. Analyzes and evaluates projects and revises them as needed. |