Assignment 1.2: Cubic Elevation


Due: Week 3 at the start of class

Assignments are to be pinned up at the start of lab on Monday or Tuesday depending on student's schedule.

Assignment 1.2 Objectives:

Students will develop a series of elevational drawings that explore each face of your cubic exploration.

Assignment 1.2 Deliverables:

For this assignment, you will draw each elevational face of your cubic model.                                                       

Your final drawing should:                                                           

  • Produce and compose set of 1 1/2" = 1" elevations on 18" x 24" paper.                                  

  • This drawing should be rendered with pencil with shade and shadow optional.                                   

  • Include a title block. The title block should include the following information.                                      

    • Your name                         

    • Name of the assignment                              

    • Date                     

    • Instructor’s name                           

  • Be drawn with three distinct line weights and line control to express visual depth.                            

  • There should be a clear use of line weights.                                         

Assignment 1.2 Learning Outcomes:

  • Drawing Control: 80%

    • Students will demonstrate a clear ability to control line weights, line quality, tone, and texture.

  • Iteration: 10%

    • Students will demonstrate a willingness and ability to practice the craft of developing their project. This may require you to model/draw your project multiple times, exploring multiple ideas.

  • Rigor: 10%

    • Students will demonstrate a willingness and ability to practice the craft of developing their project. This may require you to draw an item several times. Develop trace underlays or seek assistance when completing a drawing.


Assignment 1.2: Example