Anatomy and Tattoo Assignment
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What is a Tattoo?
A tattoo is a form of body modification, made by inserting indelible ink into the dermis
layer of the skin to change the pigment.
What is Human Anatomy?
In its broadest sense, anatomy is the study of the structure of something, in this case
a human. Human anatomy deals with the way the parts of humans, from molecules to
bones; interact to form a functional whole.
Inspiration for the Tattoo Anatomy
The Tattoo is meant to be based on a theme of an appropriate nature. Adding the designed
to your anatomy drawing shows the full effect impact of the tattoo.
What makes a great Tattoo design?
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A theme that is easy to identify
Balance (symmetrical or asymmetrical)
Blending and smooth transitions between values in black and white or colour
Colour choices that enhance the tattoo
Unity
Preparation
Prior to the creation of the final tattoo and anatomy drawing it is important to following
these steps:
Inspirational Resources (Complete the worksheets)
Preliminary Exercises, Planning and Designing (Complete the worksheet)
Interview with Art Teacher - Prior to moving on to the production of the final mask a
consultation must occur with the teacher to ensure success for the end product of your
assignment.
Completed Assignment
Use the assignment checklist and mark scheme's to ensure that you have completed
all of the steps for the assignment's preliminary exercises and final finished project.
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Preliminary Inspirational Resources & Design
What is the theme of your tattoo design?
What type of balance have you used in creating your tattoo design? Symmetrical or
Asymmetrical? Provide a definition of the style of balance that you are used.
What are 3 of the key components of your tattoo? (Symbols, Focal Point, Pattern)
What colour scheme are you using for your tattoo design? (Monochromatic,
Analogous, Complimentary Colours)
Name a Tattoo Artist that you have found in your search for tattoo inspirations.
What style or theme for style is the tattoo artist known for?
Where is this artist living and practicing their art form?
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Use this rectangular template to design your tattoo.
Draw your design in pencil before
using other utensils such as
markers or
colouring pencils.
Use these 3 squares
to give an example of
the potential colours
that will appear in
your tattoo design
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The Human Anatomy Preparation
In choosing a portion of the human body one must consider if it is appropriate for a school
assignment. If you are unsure what would be considered appropriate, please consult your
teacher.
The portion of the body you choose must include a joint in the body that will be evident in
the finished drawing.
The final drawing of the Human Anatomy will include the following:
 A large finished drawing that includes consideration to a joint.
The drawing must also include the bone and muscles of the
anatomy chosen. The drawing must be completed in coloured
pencil.
 A layer of mylar that features your finished tattoo design and
placed atop of human anatomy drawing. The tattoo is in
coloured pencil/black and white, and also includes fine liner.
Due Date: ______________________________
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ART PROJECT SELF REFLECTION
REMEMBERING
What did I do?
Describe 3 steps of your process to create your final piece of art
UNDERSTANDING
What was important about what
I did?
Describe 2 important things you learned from the creating this
assignment.
Did you meet the goals of the assignment? ()Yes ()No
If no, why not?
APPLYING
Could I use this again?
Describe a skill you used to create you piece of art and where
you have or might use this skill again.
ANALYZING
Do I see any patterns in what I
did?
Did you feel that you were able to make good choices regarding
your subject and the process of creating your final piece?
EVALUATING
How well did I do?
Do you feel you engaged in enough conversations with teacher
and classmates to assist with your art project?
Yes or No
What were your most successful moments in creating this piece
of art?
W hat do you feel your final mark should be based on your
ability to meet the expectations of the project?
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Checklist for Anatomy and Tattoo Assignment
Have I completed the
Following Steps:
Teacher Comments/Recommendations
E’s and P’s Exercise Sheet
(Worksheet) (Formative)
Value Shading Exercise Sheet
(Pencil Worksheet)(Formative)
Value Shading Exercise Sheet
(Colour Worksheet) (Formative)
Preliminary Inspirational
Resources &
Design(Worksheets)(Summative)
Manikin study with Doodling
pattern
(Sketchbook
Assignment)(Summative)
Human Muscle and Bone Exercise
(Sketchbook Assignment)
(Summative)
Preliminary Sketch of Anatomy
on sketchbook with Tattoo
design on Tracing Paper
(Sketchbook
Assignment)(Summative)
Interview with Teacher before
proceeding to the Final Copy of
the Tattoo Anatomy Assignment
Art Reflection: Upon Completion
of the Final Copy of the
Assignment the Art Reflection
must be completed and submitted
(Worksheet) (Summative)
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