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Experimental Self Portrait

This scaffolded self-portrait project helps students move beyond realism to explore expressive, interpretive approaches to drawing the face. Level: Advanced Middle School to High School

Project Bundle Overview

  • Ready to use lesson includes 23-page slideshow presentation on expressive approaches to portraiture.

  • Includes 6 examples of student work. Teaches students how to transform their portrait using techniques such as fragmentation, pattern, and exaggeration.

  • Full lesson plan with student learning objectives, standards alignment, material list, and assessment rubric.

  • Experimental Portrait Cheat Sheet with thumbnail and concept sketch template.