1. Assignment 1: 6 Word Digital Memoir
Writing a memoir and
interpreting through a
photograph

2. Six-Word Digital Memoirs
• A memoir is a personal story based on your life. A
six-word memoir is one of those personal stories,
but told in only six words.
• This means you must choose your words
precisely so your memoir has as much meaning
as you can squeeze into it.
• It is not just coming up with a clever sentence or
personal motto (i.e. “I love going to the mall!” or
“Live life to the fullest everyday!”) It must be six
words that hint at a much larger, more intricate
story.

3. Assignment Components
• 1. One photographic
image that relates to a
memory
• 2. SIX words to
intricately describe the
image and/or memory
• 3. Demonstrate the
assigned Principle and/or
element of art.
• 4. In partners, create a
4-5 slide powerpoint to
show to the class.

4. Some examples

5. Text is optional in the composition.
If not included in the actual composition. Please place it below.

6. But, text can also help make the
composition interesting!

7. Make it personal, but also something
you want to share

8. Grading Rubric: 100 point total
• Six words : 30 points
• Photographic image relates: 30
points
• Intricate quote: 30 points
• Overall presentation: 10 points
***Video examples and slideshow are also on the class website!