"Oaxacan" Inspired Papier Mache Sculptures

Objectives... (write this stuff down!!!)

• 1.  design an original “Oaxacan style” creature which displays the patterns, colors and form consistent with “Oaxacan style” 100 pts
• 2. build a well balanced, smooth textured sculpture using all papier mache techniques taught in class 100 pts
• 3. sculpture must show action/movement...  100 pts
• 4. paint must be clean, crisp with use of repetition, multiple colors, and contain a wide variety of lines and shapes 100 pts
• Terms...
• repetition: this term refers to a way of combining elements of art so that the same elements are used over and over again
• pattern: The repetition of any thing — shapes, lines, or colors — also called a motif,
• papier mache: french term meaning “chewed paper”, it is mixed of torn paper and glue to create sculptures
• movement: use of lines, colors, form, etc. to give sense of action or to move viewers eye through out piece
• folk art: Art originating among the common people of a nation or region and usually reflecting their traditional culture, especially everyday or festive items produced or decorated by unschooled artists. 
• rhythm: the timed movement through space...

remember...  action pose!  Give a real sense of movement...