Concentration #9

Colored Pencil on Watercolor Paper 

10.5" x 9" 

For my third art piece I chose to repeat the stacked cup composition; however, I added the pearls to create depth and height. The highlights on the pearls are done in gesso paint, so that the pearls would stand out up against the background. The colors in the fabric in the background, were repeated throughout the pears and the cups. I used these cups with the pearls because the delicacy of this pattern, reminds me of beauty and luxury; therefore, the pearls correlate with the pattern. The shading on the fabric on the left side of the piece, is done to create fold and form among the fabric. The tea cups are the largest aspect of the piece; therefore, they stand out and are clearly the focal point. The cups are all similar; however, they have unique positions and shading to create diversity. Throughout the piece, I used a variation of warm and cool colors. 

Concentration #8

8.75" x 5"

Colored Pencil on Watercolor Paper 

For my eighth concentration piece, I chose to down size the proportions that have previously used. The design of this piece is designed to create an interesting yet simple work of art that is attractive and exciting. The blue value change in the background creates depth. The hue of the cloth underneath the stacked cups creates a repetition of the warm colors repeated throughout the cups. The repetition of blues throughout the entire piece creates unity. The placement of the cups on a diagonal slope create a sense of movement and drama.  The converging lines that are created through the brim of the top two cups point towards the focal point, which is the larger white cup. The emphasis on this cup, being the lightest light, also emphasizes that it is the focal point. 

Concentration #7

Pencil drawing on drawing paper

10.5" x 8"

This pencil drawing is a very dramatic art piece. The wrinkles of the woman’s and hands and the crack in the cup help demonstrate and portray a story through this art piece. The contour outlining of the wrinkles helps distinguish how old and aged the woman holding the cup is. The converging lines lead the eye towards the focal point which is the tea cup. The location also helps create emphasis on the focal point, because it is the largest and most centralized aspect of the piece. This is a realism piece that is drawn to portray a real life setting and a story behind the focal point. The wrinkles create texture and form. The range in values and shading throughout the entire piece makes it visible that there is a light source and it generates emphasis on the tea cup. The cup has the lightest lights on it; therefore, it stands out more. The simplicity of the piece creates unity throughout the art piece. 

Tea Tree

Colored Pencil on Watercolor Paper 

8" x 11"

For my sixth concentration piece I did this piece with a colored pencil medium. I chose this picture, which I took, because I like the composition of the cups with the fabric in the foreground of the piece. I used a contrast of different colors and shades to create depth and realism to this piece. I used both warm and cool colors to create unity through out the entire drawing. The blurred background creates and expressive quality of movement. The repetition of handles and shapes of the cups creates harmony through out the piece. The negative spaces create depth and interest to the viewer. This piece is photo-realism and looks better than the actual picture because it the hues are much brighter and interesting. The soft edges in the background make it appear that there is some activity; however, it does not distract the viewer from the obvious point of interest. 

Concentration #5

Colored Pencil on Watercolor Paper

7.25" x 11.25"

For my fifth concentration piece I chose to draw a picture of my good friend Lauren as she is drinking a cup of tea. I feel that this piece has a nice balance of warm and cool colors. The dark contrast on her face allows the cup in her hand to be the center of interest. The bright colors and unordinary colors of the cup create emphasis on the center of interest; therefore, the tea cup is clearly the focal point of the piece. The expressive qualities of the piece create warmth and comfort to the viewer, and the piece makes you just want to drink whatever she is drinking. The highlights on her face make it clear where the art source is coming from. The variety of hues in her hair create movement and depth. My corrections included adding some of the colors from the cup into her hair to create balance and repetition throughout the entire piece.

My Concentration

A concentration is defined as "a body of work unified by an underlying idea that has visual coherence." A concentration shows evidence of thinking and a clear focus. A strong concentration must be connected between the work presented and the idea described. It must be interesting and attract the viewer. The artist must show something interesting with feeling and risk. An AP Art concentration consists of twelve pieces based on the investigation of a theme, object, or subject.

I chose to do my concentration on antique china. As I have progressed, I have began to focus more on tea cups. I have always been very intrigued by antiques. I think that fine china is very beautiful; and I enjoy drawing still lives. I am extremely passionate about the history and beauty of these simple pieces of china; therefore, I have been able to demonstrate my concentration in several different ways. I enjoy finding all of the different pieces and seeing how unique and beautiful they are.

Colored Pencil on Watercolor Paper

10.5″ x 8.5″

Colored Pencil on Watercolor Paper

10″ x 9″

"Gypsy Tea"

Colored Pencil on Watercolor Paper

11″ x 7″

Colored Pencil on Watercolor Paper

7.25″ x 11.25″

Charcoal tutorial

I would really like to redo my first piece and improve my charcoal portrait skills; therefor, this is the link to a video that demonstrates charcoal portrait drawing.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=IFEIJMzAZK4