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Shape

1. What is shape?

  • Shape is an area that is enclosed by line.

  • Shape & form define objects in space

  • Shapes have 2-Dimensions - height & width - and are usually defined by lines 

  • Forms exist in three dimensions:

               -Height

               -Width

               -Depth

2. Shape & Form

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Shape

Shape has only height and width.  Shape is usually, but not always defined by line, which can provide its contour.  Shape is not 3D

Form

Form has depth as well as width and height. 3D form is the basis of sculpture, furniture, and decorative arts.  3D forms can be seen from more than one side.

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3. Two Types of Shapes / Form

Geometric  

Geometric shapes & forms include mathematical named shapes such as:

  • Squares

  • Rectangles

  • Circles

  • Cubes

  • Spheres

  • Cones

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Geometric Forms:

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Geometric shapes:

Organic

Organic shapes and forms are free-flowing and typically irregular or asymmetrical.  Organic shapes are often found in nature, but man-made shapes can also imitate organic forms. 

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Organic Forms:

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Organic Shapes:

Geometric shapes and forms are often man-made.  However, many natural forms also have geometric shapes. 

4. Positive & Negative Shapes

Negative

Background in your drawings ("air") around your created forms.  In the picture below (right) the black is considered the negative space. 

Positive

Shapes(forms) that you create- the actual object

In the picture below (left) the black is considered the positive space. 

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4. Watch this 

5. Project - Part A

Assignment Details:

Create a pattern design based on a tessellation.

Start with creating a tessellation shape using the "Translation pattern" (see the steps below).  Your tessellation should be a recognizable (not abstract) object - animals, birds insects, fish, etc.

Pick a starting shape - square or hexagon.

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5. Project - Part B 

Use your handout to plan and practice your tessellation.  Cut the base shape out of your handout.

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5. Project - Part C 

Draw and cut out details.

Use masking tape to attach the pieces

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5. Project - Part D

You are going to work on a 12" x by 12" paper.

First create a 1.5" border.  Then draw a grid - as it shows in your handout.

Trace your tessellation onto a drawing paper.

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5. Project - Part E

Draw the details inside each tessellation.

Use colored pencils to complete the tessellations:

   -Each shape should be different inside - use different color schemes, designs, details, etc.

   -Apply the coloring technique that would incorporate different shades of a color, color gradations, blending the colors. 

   -Color with short strokes!!!

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