Abstract Dot Paintings - 8th Grade (MYP Year 3)

Objective:
Students will create an abstract dot painting inspired by Aboriginal art and contemporary artist Vance Kirkland.
Criteria:
Students will create an abstract dot painting inspired by Aboriginal art and contemporary artist Vance Kirkland.
Criteria:
- Background must be abstract and organized in an organic or geometric way.
- Background must include a color gradation and clean lines.
- Color Scheme must include 3 tertiary colors, 1 complimentary color, and 1 neutral.
- Splatter must be in an interesting shape, organized thoughtfully.
- Dots must cover 90% of painting
- Dots must be in a variety of sizes, and organized in a thoughtful way that enhances the abstract shapes created by the background and splatter.
- Craftsmanship (neatness and precision)