-Create an Illustration using at least one of the poses drawn in class. You can add more than one pose, and more figures than what you draw today. This illustration should be narrative and have a background.

-Your illustration should work in the context of a magazine, real or imaginary. Think about the subject of the publication, the composition, and even typographic placement. It must be clear to the viewer what the subject is, and how composition, value, color and technique support it. This is a challenge to your imagination!

-Mind your presentation: tears, smudges, stains, and anything hurting the quality of the image is your responsibility. Consider scanning and printing a high quality version, as long as you can keep the same color and value characteristics.

Due before week by email: thumbnails with ideas for approval, preferably in color.

Due on 4/29: Final thumbnail or work in progress.

Due on 5/6 (last class): Finished piece for critique

 What to pay attention to in class:

–Proportions: measure vertically and horizontally. Make notes about what to leave as it is, and what to change to vary the character.

–Form: use construction methods. Find the gesture by paying attention to head, ribcage, pelvis, and how they sit on the spine. Make simple schematic drawing of the spine from the side.

–Anatomy: look for muscle tone, weight and bones. Make small studies of interesting or difficulty areas, such as hands, faces, feet, etc. Think of how anatomical detail can help your story.

–Drappery: pay attention to the structure underneath, but think of clothing that can sell a story. Feel free to change what you see her or use the nude, so as it makes sense to the magazine you are illustrating. If you are using different clothing, make sure to use reference.