Digital Badge in Basic Drawing Skills (Level 2)

 

Objective:

To advance foundational drawing skills by incorporating more complex techniques, developing a stronger sense of depth and form, and using a variety of drawing media to create dynamic and expressive compositions.

Criteria for Earning the Badge:

1. Advanced Line and Shape Work:

   • Use a combination of controlled and expressive lines to create more dynamic compositions.
   • Demonstrate an understanding of complex shapes and forms through observational drawing, such as drawing still-life arrangements.

2. Value and Shading Techniques:

   • Apply a range of values (light to dark) to create a sense of depth and three-dimensionality.
   • Utilize advanced shading techniques, including stippling, gradation, and the use of reflected light.

3. Perspective Drawing:

   • Show basic one-point and two-point perspective techniques to convey depth in architectural or landscape drawings.
   • Accurately represent the relationship between objects in space, emphasizing foreground, middle ground, and background.

4. Texture Representation:

   • Render different textures, such as wood, metal, or fabric, using a variety of mark-making techniques.
   • Demonstrate the ability to make a surface appear tactile and realistic.

5. Contour and Gesture Drawing:

   • Complete both contour and gesture drawings to capture the essence and movement of a subject.
   • Use quick, fluid lines to express motion and energy in gesture sketches.

6. Proportion and Anatomy:

   • Apply knowledge of human and/or animal anatomy to achieve more accurate proportions in figure drawing.
   • Show evidence of understanding the structure and movement of the body in posed drawings.

7. Use of Mixed Media:

   • Experiment with combining different drawing materials (e.g., pencil with ink, charcoal with pastel) to add depth and interest to artwork.
   • Demonstrate proper techniques for layering and blending media.

8. Composition and Storytelling:

   • Create compositions that tell a story or convey a theme, using elements like focal points and balance.
   • Employ framing and cropping to enhance the visual impact of the drawing.

9. Submission Requirements:

   • Submit five to seven drawings that illustrate the criteria above, with at least one piece showing the use of perspective and one piece using mixed media.
   • Include a written reflection (200-250 words) discussing how your drawing skills have developed from Level 1 to Level 2 and how you incorporated new techniques.

Assessment Rubric:

• Exemplary (5 points): Demonstrates advanced drawing techniques with a strong sense of depth, form, and texture, and shows creative use of mixed media.
• Proficient (4 points): Applies drawing skills effectively, with minor inconsistencies, and demonstrates thoughtful composition and use of materials.
• Satisfactory (3 points): Adequate representation of depth and form, but with noticeable areas for improvement in execution or technique.
• Developing (2 points): Basic understanding of advanced drawing concepts, but struggles with consistency and technique.
• Beginning (1 point): Limited development in advanced skills, requiring significant practice and refinement.

How to Submit Your Artwork

Ready to earn your badge? Follow our simple process to submit your artwork for verification:

Prepare your artwork images following the instructions provided.

Click the link below to fill out our Artwork Submission Form and upload your images.

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