Monday, 20 August 2012

Stunning painting


Jeannie Kinsler describes her new body of work as an exploration of the human form fragmented by light and shadow e KZNSA on Tuesday 21 August....t

Thursday, 16 August 2012

Grade 10 drawing





 http://theresaburger.com/uncategorized/2008/drawings-series-1/


http://gabrielcraigmetalsmith.com/index.php?/project/narcissist/


http://www.wetcanvas.com/forums/showthread.php?t=170052&page=5

link to shading basic shapes


Grade 10's you should be working on your concept drawings and designs for your own jewellery pieces....click on the following links for some tips...



Gr 9: Stereotypes: Daune Hanson hyper-realist sculptor




DUANE HANSON (American, 1925-1996), Man on Mower, 1995, autobody filler, polychromed in oil, mixed media, with accessories. Collection of Mrs. Duane Hanson. © Estate of Duane Hanson/Licensed by VAGA/New York, NY

http://www.bocamuseum.org/index.php?src=gendocs&ref=DuaneHanson&category=ImagesforPress


click here to view a video of some of Hanson's sculptures in a gallery

In commenting on his work Hanson states that he's not duplicating reality, but making a statement about human values.  Another critic states that Hanson's sculptures document the unnoticed members of the working class. What do you think Hanson's work is about?

Discuss the following quiz questions with your group. 


  1. The name and date of the artwork
  2. A short explanation of the artist's intention
  3. A consideration of the possible stereotype.
    (Hint: What is the 'American Dream'?)
  4. A short summary of the materials and techniques used in the work.
  5. Don't forget the design impact of your infographic.


    click here to view an article on Duane Hanson

    Link to quality images of Hanson's sculptures

    link to Mrs Moore's blog post on Hanson

    link to blog post on Hanson's shopper