Tessellations Art 1 - Milito

objectives Swbat / I can: Identify & understand the properties of a tessellation & identify them in everyday objects Analyze the use line, shape, & space in the work of M.C. Escher & apply this style & usage of these elements within a work of art Create a tessellation by cutting & tapping cardstock & tracing it over the drawing surface with no gaps or overlaps Transform tessellation it into recognizable object(s) by drawing inside of them & adding color in a checkerboard pattern

shape A 2D contained space Has width & height but no perceived depth It is identifiably distinct from its background and other nearby shapes Can be bound by an actual outline or by an implied edge that shows a difference in at least 1 of the elements of art

Shapes can be… Geometric or Organic Realistic, Abstract, or distorted Instantly recognizable or non representational

Geometric shapes Regular & symmetrical has a universal name Defined by a mathematical formula Draw and label 2 geometric shapes

Organic shapes Freeform, irregular, asymmetrical Usually called by what it looks like Found in nature Plants Animals Geography Draw 2 organic shapes

Realistic or distorted Accurately Resembles real life Exaggerated & inaccurate

Abstract shapes shapes that are simplified & Broken down Could be more ambiguous or be more recognizable Icons Pictograms Logos

Shapes that are instantly identifiable Recognizable Shapes Shapes that are instantly identifiable Icons Pictograms Logos

Non representational shapes Ambiguous They aren’t supposed to look like anything in particular Each viewer is forced to draw their own conclusions

What is a tessellation? a shape that’s repeated over and over a plane without any gaps or overlaps Can be geometric or organic Basic geometric Shapes that tessellate Triangles Squares Hexagons

Tiling Irregular tessellation formation made with 2 or more shapes We are focusing on regular tessellations with only 1 shape