This is a project in which students study how artists use symbolism to create images of their identity. Grade 7 and 8 artists studied the Adinkra symbols of the Akan people of West Africa and combined that imagery and process with Amharic of Ethiopia.
Students utilized the elements of art color, value, positive and negative space, shape, and texture. Each artist also applied the principles of design pattern, rhythm, and balance. Students also engaged in drawing and designing the compositions, creating blended gradations, printmaking and stenciling, and collage of the final works. (Click here to see the final works)
Students utilized the elements of art color, value, positive and negative space, shape, and texture. Each artist also applied the principles of design pattern, rhythm, and balance. Students also engaged in drawing and designing the compositions, creating blended gradations, printmaking and stenciling, and collage of the final works. (Click here to see the final works)
Gradations using color and value
Carving original symbols using linoleum blocks
Cutting of Amharic Stencils
Printing and Stenciling
Experimentations with Pattern and Rhythm
Printing the Original Student Symbols
