This month we will be studying the work of distinguished portraitist, Adélaïde Labille-Guiard. From her busy portrait studio on the rue Richelieu, Labille-Guiard excelled in realistic renderings of her subjects in both pastels and oils. In addition to offering classes to girls, Labille-Guiard was also a vocal proponent of women in the arts. This unusual political stance during a particularly volatile time in France’s history sets her apart as an independent thinker.
We are going to be creating our own soft pastel self-portraits which we will photograph to ship along with boxes of gifts for Operation Christmas Child. If you would like to stuff your own box, please remember to grab the paperwork (including the box-return-date) on Friday!
In order to complete this month’s project, each student will need the following:
* Black 60lb paper, 9″x12″,
* Toned Tan 184lb paper, 9″x12″
* Paint marker, white, chisel tip
* Graphing pencil, 0.9mm (any pencil will do)
* Soft Pastel Set, 12 colors
* Crayons, set of 8
* Acid Free Construction Paper, 12″x18″ – trim color of choice to 10″x13″
* 7″ scissors
* Washable glue stick, .21oz (liquid glue may wrinkle. Please do not substitute.)
Suggested:
* Ruler
* Paper towels
* Baby wipes
* **Any Book** you have enjoyed but are ready to give away. We will be returning your printed bookmarks to benefit BookCrossing this week, and will have a station set-up to help you prepare your book for its new adventure!
See you this Friday 10/19, at 6:30!
Sheryl G.