Summary

• Description:

  The PDF document comprises Grade 10 Fine Arts Strand 2: Multimedia Arts (2D Art) Notes. The MS Word version (editable) is also available upon your request.

  It covers the following topics:

  • Sub-Strand 2.1: Graphic Design
    • Calligraphy: The art of beautiful writing using broad-edged pens. It covers the anatomy of letters (Base Line, Waist Line, Ascenders, Descenders) and key techniques like maintaining a 45-degree pen angle.
    • Trademark Design (Logos): Discusses visual symbols that distinguish brands. It outlines characteristics of effective logos (Simplicity, Scalability, Distinctiveness) and the use of CAD (Computer Aided Design) for vector graphics.
    • Poster Design: Explains the combination of text and imagery for communication. It covers types of posters (Educational, Social, Commercial) and the "Line and Wash" illustration technique.
  • Sub-Strand 2.2: Fabric Decoration - Tie and Dye
    • Concept: Defines Tie and Dye as a resist method using mechanical binding (knots, strings) to prevent dye absorption.
    • Techniques and Patterns: Details methods to create specific patterns, such as the Diamond Effect (diagonal folding) and the Spiral Effect (twisting and binding), as well as Marbling.
    • The Dyeing Process: Step-by-step guide involving scouring (washing), binding, preparing the dye bath (using salt/soda ash as fixatives), dyeing, and finishing.
  • Sub-Strand 2.3: Fabric Decoration - Batik
    • Concept and Origins: Explains Batik as a wax-resist technique with roots in Indonesia and West Africa.
    • Materials and Tools: Lists essential materials like the wax mixture (Paraffin for crackles, Beeswax for pliability) and tools like the Tjanting (Canting) and stamps (Tjap).
    • Techniques: Describes specific effects like the Crackled Effect (crushing hardened wax) and Textured Effect (stippling, dry brushing).
    • The Batik Process: details the stages of preparation, waxing, cold dyeing (to prevent melting wax), and dewaxing (ironing or boiling).
• File Size:

  1.33 MB
• Length:

  29 pages
• Category:

  Lesson Notes
• Level:

  Grade 10
• Subject:

  FINE ARTS
• Posted By:

  Caleb_Peter

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