Ava Passehl Sustained Investigation Reflection

Original Topic: “How can I show the authentic and narrative portrait of someone?"

Since December  I have changed my topic slightly to focus on my male friends. If I were to rephrase this Sustained Investigation question, I would state that my focus is "How can I create a portrait of my teenage male friends that shows their personality and their character?". I plan on incorporating an element of collage into each piece I finish to demonstrate the complexity of each personality. 

1. Sustained Investigation 1: "The difference between men and boys is the size of their toys (Antonio)" 

The collage fills the entire right side of the piece, and there are many details about Antonio's life, personality, and likes/dislikes in the collage. 

2. Sustained Investigation 2: "I don't know, I'm kinda out there, I guess? Oh, and I love the song 'Moon River' (Rob)". 

The abstract style of Rob's eyes and freckles reflects his sometimes cloudy, day-dreaming vision, while his wistful smile reflects a somewhat happy person. The collage elements of the tie and shirt signify the layers of his personality first seen upon meeting him (at first shy but still full of life).  

3. Sustained Investigation 3: "just for fun (Ben)" 

While these are just a few images from the piece, this 3-D piece collages the 2-D and 3-D elements of studio design together. The geometric shapes, colors, and materials chosen reflect his motivated and structured yet fun and successful lifestyle. 

AP Goals (from September):

1. This year, I want to create and develop my own style of art. I have experimented with some styles, such as realism, cartooning, and collaging, and I want to find a style(s) that I excel in and enjoy the most. I want to experiment and take risks to find what works for me. I am open and excited to try a style similar to van Gogh's seen above. 

2. I want to win a Gold Key for a work of mine from either last year or this year. Last year, I won a Silver Key for Poetry and one for Ceramics, and this year I would like to top that with a Gold Key or two for my pieces, especially an art piece. 

 

New AP Goals (as of March):

1. I still want to continue to experiment with new styles. However, I no longer feel the need to develop a 'signature' style and I would prefer to be good at many styles of art. With that being said, I want to continue to hone in on my collage skills because that is a skill I think I am good at and enjoy a lot. 

2. Because I did end up winning a Gold Key this year, I am very proud to check that goal off! My new goal is to secure at least a 5 on the AP exam.