A monochromatic color scheme is based on variations of one particular color.
Monochromatic color refers to a color scheme that is comprised of variations of one color. You can use any color to create a monochromatic color scheme. For example, adding white to red creates pink, adding black to red creates maroon, etc. Then, you could have a monochromatic color scheme of pink, red, and maroon.
There are three main components of a monochromatic color scheme:
Hue - a particular color
Shade - a darker version of a particular color by adding black or dark purple.
Tint - a lighter version of a particular color by adding white.
Practice 1:CREATE A VALUE SCALE WITH ARYLIC PAINT Make a 5 box monochromatic value scale on the paper provided. Make each box 2 inches x 2 inches. Start with the darkest color first. For Studio 1 students I would suggest black and white. Start with your darkest color first and slowly add white to it making the coloring lighter and lighter. Avoid large jumps of colors. Look at the example below.
STUDENT EXAMPLE OF THE VALUE SCALE:
Once the value scale is complete upload it into your portfolio and label it value scale practice. No reflection.
START THE MONOCROMATIC PORTRAIT PAINTING
PART 1: Find a high contrast black and white image of a celebrity, object, or animal that you can identity at least 5 values. Print it off as big as you can. Identify 4-5 different values used on your image.
Make any image into a high contrast image:
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Examples of high contrast images from the Internet: Your reference images needs to look similar to the artwork below . The artwork must show 5 monochromatic colors; black, dark grey, grey, light grey, and white.
PART 2: SKETCHING YOUR PORTRAIT ON YOUR CANVAS
NOTE: Drawing on canvas is hard to erase. Please make sure you draw lightly. Of course you can paint over it when you finished but it's better to keep your marks as light as possible.
You can put your image on your canvas in two ways: 1. If you have a projector at home your can trace your image. This is totally fine because the purpose of the assignment is mixing colors and creating values.
2. Use a grid system to draw you image. Below there is a short video that talks about a 'new' gridding technique that could be helpful.
Video: A Simpler Way to use the Grid System.
PART 3: MIX YOUR VALUES AND START PAINTING
You need to go slow when mixing colors and make sure that all the colors match (as close as possible) the colors on your image. Of course, some colors can be lighter or darker depending on your style and vision. You need to have at least 4-5 tones/shades in your portrait. Look at finished examples above and use them as inspiration as you paint, design, and work on your artwork. Also, take you time drawing your portrait. If you don't finish it we can continue to work on it next semester. The important thing is to do your best, be awesome, and work hard.
PART 4: UPLOADING YOUR ART AND WRITING YOUR REFLECTION Once your finished take a picture of the final painting and upload it into your online portfolio. Next, click on the 'reflection questions' button below and write a reflection and place it next to you artwork.
Studio 2:Find an image from the internet, or copy a famous artwork that you like, you can use an interesting photograph , or create you own (highly recommended). For this project you will have more freedom to choose what you want however stay away from dark theme ideas, inappropriate concepts and abstract artwork. The purpose of this assignment is for you to focus on your techniques, mixing colors, and develop your personal style. It will be a wise idea if you do some sketching to figure out placement of objects, propositions, detail, and color schemes. You must have at least 5 different colored values but your not limited to just using those colors. Detail is a must as well as excellent craftsmanship, excellent quality, and an excellent end result.
In class practice:Choose a color and create a 5 box value scale. Make each box 2 x 2. Next:Find an image that you like, or photograph, or artwork and print it off. Identify and label at least 5 values. Use the grid system or free hand your design on the canvas board. Start painting. Look at the example below.