Fall Middle School Art Project: The “Art” of the How-To
 
This year, I have the BEST project for you to choose from!  Below are 3 theme options.  You must choose 1 of the 3, create a project to go along with the theme, & write a “How-to” article to accompany the art piece.  

PROJECT CHOICES:

1. Shoe painting: Create a pair for yourself, a gift for someone special, or just as a decorative object.  Design can be done with paint (note: acrylic paints can be mixed with fabric medium to create a flexible bond) or permanent markers.  Color, pattern, journaling, bling, etc…the sky is the limit.  Only thing is the shoe should be COMPLETELY decorated!  
2. Wearable Art: This one is wide open as far as what can be created.  Belts, headbands, jewelry, clothing…Again, the sky is the limit when choosing this option!  Remember though, whatever you create must be able to be worn.  Thought:  Christmas is coming…Think about gift items for someone on your list!
3. Create on a canvas: mixed media, painting, collage, etc.  Anything is fair game when you create a canvas.  Canvas creations must be 8”x10” or larger.

How-to directions: 
I learned many years ago when I started writing articles for craft magazines that the easiest way to write is to do it one step at a time.  Create the step, take a photo, and write the step down.  Fine-tune writing (spelling, grammar, etc) at the end of the process.

1. You must have at least 5-10 steps (minimum). 
2. Photos must accompany steps.  If you have a super simple step (ex: paint the section blue), then a photo need not accompany that particular step. See me if you have questions about this part.
3. Photos should be numbered (#1,#2,#3,etc) and have that number noted in the directions (ex: Rubber stamp saying on blue area [photo #6]).

On November 4 you are responsible for handing in your completed project plus a Word document (font size 12-14 please) with attached photos.  Photos can follow each step or be compiled on a single page at the end of the article.  You will be given 5 minutes to present your project and how-to.  This project will receive 2 grades: one for the art piece and one for the “how-to”.  Be CREATIVE and have FUN!
P.S.  Come to me with any questions or concerns. I can also be reached by email at [email protected]