Assignment 1
Line

Students will explore and understand the way in which our eyes perceive a line and groupings of lines.

Students will work through the following concepts via line: repetition, weight, and tension.


Complete 30 sketches in sketchbook 2" x 2" each, using a variety of different pencils.

Each sketch should be a grouping of no less than 7 vertical lines that express the following physical and emotional states:

10 Heavy
10 Light
10 Tension

After discussion over the sketches, the students will choose one design from each of the above three categories to potentially turn into a final composition.

The three chosen sketches will be redrawn at a slightly larger scale using gel roller. A final design will be chosen and realized in a final composition.

The final composition will be a 6" x 6" line composition, painted in black acrylic n Bristol Board.

The sharpness of the line edges and a smooth consistency of paint are expected to be demonstrated.

Angga Bodydarman

Carmen Noest

Dennis Garcia

Gabe Gush