The 2D class worked on a project that involved the idea of creating a balanced composition. They did not have to use the same elements to create balance, they could if they wanted to. We discussed symmetrical balance and asymmetrical balance. Then students got a 9x9 inch piece of white paper on which they drew out their elements (lines, shapes, patterns, etc.). They were encouraged to draw images inside of other images as long as no lines were touching each other.
Once students were done drawing, they used exacto knives to cut out each element. They flipped the elements inside and out to create a shadow effect as well as to create the balance we were looking for.
Once students were done drawing, they used exacto knives to cut out each element. They flipped the elements inside and out to create a shadow effect as well as to create the balance we were looking for.