Graphic Arts 20, 30
GART15
Module 15: Cartooning/Illustrating (Optional)
Outcome
Communicate a message through drawing basic characters which may include a series of events.
Indicators
(a) | Research and create a character development including basic anatomy and proportions of various cartoon types (e.g., manga, superheroes, Disney). |
(b) | Sketch a character in various poses (e.g., sitting, standing), moods (e.g., joyous, upset) , and angles (e.g., front, back, worm’s eye view, bird’s eye view, foreshortening). |
(c) | Create a defined character (e.g., quick, arrogant, helpful). |
(d) | Draw frames utilizing one, two, and three point perspective. |
(e) | Develop visual ideas further through the use of storyboarding or thumbnail sketches. |
(f) | Explore simple animation through pencil drawing or utilizing software. |
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