Sooo, a little incommunicado after being without the internet last week. But now we're back. Here's the posting for fish project...
Albrecht Durer
Ok, so that's not a fish, it's a drawing of a rhinoceros by Albrecht Durer from 1515. However, it is a fantastic example of an ink drawing that features an animal as its main subject. Durer's piece is iconic for a couple of reasons:
Durer was a pretty great artist (understatement) and you can check out more about him over at the Wikipedias:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Albrecht_D%C3%BCrer
So, we are going to attempt to channel our inner Durer through our own ink drawings. Here are the criteria:
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- It is a wonderful example of intricate detail.
- The variety of mark-making on display is exceptional.
- Durer completed this drawing based on the description of a rhino. HE NEVER ACTUALLY SAW ONE.
Durer was a pretty great artist (understatement) and you can check out more about him over at the Wikipedias:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Albrecht_D%C3%BCrer
So, we are going to attempt to channel our inner Durer through our own ink drawings. Here are the criteria:
- The only shape allowed on the page is the fish/sea creature.
- Show as much value as possible, INCLUDING halftones.
- Virtuoso craftsmanship.
- A variety of mark-making.
- Focus on detail and intricacy.
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