Tips On Creating a Composition and Taking a Good Photo

Many of our projects use reference images or draw from observation so students can develop their eye and learn how to see things in terms of shape and line to "breakdown" the image so they can learn how to draw better.

In Grade 6, we discussed reference images and how to take a good photo, rather than just find one on the Internet.  We also talked about composition, white balance and temperature and were introduced to the Rule of Thirds.
Below are some of the points/lessons reviewed in class.

Grade 6: Space and Shape in Your Composition

During the first two weeks of October students reviewed The Element of Space in a work of art for their upcoming collage project.  We defined and examined positive and negative space and looked at a variety of 2-D examples. Additionally, we discussed The Principle of Balance in a work of art. Below are some of the notes from class.

Visual Illusion known as "Rubin's Vase"