This document provides instructions for a design project asking students to create a photogram using their initials made of zentangle patterns. The project objectives are to use rhythmic patterns, repetition, and unity to create a 6"x6" photogram design based on their initials. Students are instructed to create zentangle patterns for their initials, take photograms of the design on photographic paper, and mount the photograms radially to showcase their initials made of zentangle patterns. The document outlines expectations for pre-planning and post-planning journal entries to reflect on techniques learned and how the project relates to the unit's essential question and area of inquiry.

1. Design Fundamentals: Unit 1 – Rhythmic Patterns, Repetition, and Unity<br />Lesson: Name Design<br />Essential Question: How do Artists convey personal meaning through 2D design?<br />AOI: Health & social Education<br />Project Objectives: Use rhythmic pattern, repetition and unity to create a 6”x6” Photogram design based on your initials.<br />Mini-Labs:<br />What is Design? 5 visual examples<br />Zentangle Patterns : Create 12 unique Zentangle Patterns<br />Zentangle Initials: Create 10 Thumbnails of possible Zentangle Initial Compositions<br />Begin by placing a dot in each corner<br />Connect the dots to form a border<br />Draw your initials (minimum of 2)<br />Fill each space with a unique Zentangle pattern from your Pattern mini-lab. (including border). A minimum of 6 unique patterns.<br />Investigation Journal Expectations:<br />Pre-planning – (3-4 pages) <br />Page 1: Unit Introduction – include unit title & essential question.<br />Pages 2-3: Address each of the items below, both information and technique. <br />Page 4: Zentangle Thumbnails planning for Photogram<br /> <br />InformationTechniqueUnit titleEssential QuestionDefine DESIGNExplain and show how design affects your everyday life.At least 5 visual examples of innovative design from your life.Terms and Definitions.Explain how the project is based on Formalism.6 Best Zentangle Patterns5 best thumbnail Zentangle InitialsEach page must be ‘ACTIVATED’ using watercolor &/or ink blowingCompositional Layout: Create a grid over or within the activationOrganization of the information required within the grid – it must be legible!<br />Main Project Materials:<br />3”x3” white paper<br />Pencil<br />Eraser<br />Black Gel Pen<br />4 pieces of 3”x3” RC VC B&W Photographic Paper<br />Darkroom & Chemicals<br />Main Project Directions:<br />Choose your best Zentangle Initials thumbnail from your Planning Journal<br />Draw this on a 3”x3” square of white printer paper using only Black Gel Pen.<br />Print 2 Negative and 2 Positive Photograms of your Zentangle.<br />Create a Negative: Place drawing face down on top of Photo paper. Expose with light. Process.<br />Repeat Step a.<br />Place a dry Negative Photogram face down on top of Photo paper. Expose with light. Process.<br />Repeat Step c.<br />Mount the 4 photograms to create a radial design based on your initials.<br /> <br />Investigation Journal Expectations:<br />Post-Planning – (2-3 pages) with the following requirements:<br />InformationTechniqueWrite and respond to the essential question.Reflect on new techniques learned: watercolor/ink blowing & photogramsReflect on your final project: Was it successful? Why?How does your project relate to the Pre-Planning pages?How does your project relate to the AOI?What new things did you learn? How can you see it in your work?How is your assignment influenced by the culture of this class? How can your see this?Each page must be ‘ACTIVATED’ using watercolor &/or ink blowingCompositional Layout: Create a grid over or within the activationOrganization of the information required within the grid – it must be legible!<br />