Pop Art
How to complete your Pop Art grid drawing
Pop Art Steps
1. Use ruler to make a grid on 12x18 paper--draw lightly
2. Choose a photocopy of a product
3. Add letters and numbers to grid to match photocopy
4. Copy one square at a time
5. Sharpie
6. Erase grid
7. Color: realistic, color family, choice
8. Cut out and frame
A closer look at each step:
Grid
Align metal ruler with edge of paper. Lightly draw a line. Align ruler with line you just drew & draw next line. Repeat across page horizontally & vertically.
Choose photocopy & add letters and numbers
Choose a photocopy of your product. On your grid, write the letters and numbers to match those on your photocopy.
One square at a time
Carefully draw what you see in one square at a time. Match up rows and columns using letters and numbers. Pay attention to where lines meet at sides or corners of each square.
Finalize your drawing
Include all main parts; include some smaller details of your choice or not at all.
When finished, use Sharpie to trace pencil lines. Erase the grid in your drawing.
Realistic Colors
Choose realistic colors, and/or add value
Color Family
Choose primary, secondary, warm, cool, neutral, analogous, or monochromatic schemes
Choice
Choose colors of your choice
Last Step
Cut out your art. Choose a paper that will be used to create a colored edge around your art. Place your art onto paper. Draw a contour line about 1/2" from your shape. Cut out. Glue art onto colored paper. Write your name and Class Code on the back, then place on the drying rack.