YEAR 9 DIGITAL ART
GAT – Charley Harper Paper Plane

YOUR TASK:
PART 1: WRITTEN
You are to write an informative essay(400 words) about Illustrator and Designer Charley Harper. You must discuss his early life and artistic career, and you must include all references used in Harvard Style

Make sure to include the following:
EARLY LIFE
1. D.O.B & Death
2. Place of birth
3. Nationality & Background
4. Where was he educated?
5. What did he study?

CAREER
6. What did he do for a living?
7. Which of his Illustrations is he most well known for?
8. What did he change about opening and closing credits in movies?
9. How would you describe his distinctive style?
10. Pick one of his artworks and complete a short analysis. Discuss his work in regards to the following:
– Pattern
– Colour
– Composition
– Hierarchy

BIBLIOGRAPHY
11. Reference all websites sourced in Harvard Style – style guide and referencing tips available on http://www.slasa.asn.au/org1/org9Bi1BabxKDzm/

REQUIREMENTS
12. Word Count: 400
13. You may include images, please reference them appropriately and discuss them.

PART 2: PRACTICAL
You are to make a Paper Aeroplane design following the style of Charley Harper. You must focus on his use of hierarchy, colour, shape and pattern. Your design must feature an animal design, a leaf design and a pattern design. Using Adobe Illustrator create your Paper Plane design and consider all necessary fold lines in order for your design to make sense.

REQUIREMENTS
1. Paper Aeroplane must be A4 size
2. Plane must be created in Illustrator
3. Must be in the style of Charley Harper
4. Must use appropriate design elements, graphics and colours
5. Must fly!