3. Creative Self-Portrait
Choose 1 of the following self-portrait concepts
Self-Portrait in a Reflective Object
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Use a non-traditional reflective object, (ex.: doorknob, sunglasses, fork, etc.) to create an interesting composition
of a distorted you.
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Be sure to be detailed and use a full range of value.
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Stick with sketch pencils for this but feel free to add emphasis with color.
Shattered Self-Portrait
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Use a photograph of yourself and break up your facial features into shattered fragments.
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Plan out the expression of your facial features and the areas emphasized to express emotion.
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Search shattered portrait drawing on the web for more examples.
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You may choose from pencil or charcoal pencil -let's keep this one black and white.
Expressive Cropped Self-Portrait
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Zoom in on your face and crop out hair.
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Use expressive (unrealistic) colors while still using realistic shading.
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Create a Warm vs. Cool or Complementary Color Scheme
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Search expressive portrait painting for ideas and Fauvist portraits for a nice tie in to this bold art movement.