WEB RESOURCES:

The Library of Congress: American Memory Project

African American Heritage

MuslimHeritage.com

Museum of Jewish Heritage

Native American Heritage

World DNA Study (Please note: I can't vouch for the authenticity of this site, I'm just sharing! It's very interesting!)

UNESCO World Heritage List

TThe Heritage Project

With the exception of Native Americans, everyone in America immigrated from someplace else, at some point in their family history. It is this multitude of cultures that makes the fabric of our country so rich, and also what makes America unique in all the world. This project will visually explore your heritage, culture and personal history.

 

Project Requirements:

Size: 24x18" or 18x24" with 1" border
Resolution: 300 dpi

Your project should include:

Photos: Your project should include a photograph of you, and any family members you wish to include. Photos of yourself and family are the only people who should be included in your project. Be sure to use the feathering technique you learned in class!

Background: You may use any photos that were taken by you or your family. You may also use photos or scans of documents, family heirlooms, or other memorabilia. that comes from your family. Photos from the internet may NOT be used. Consider using colorful fabrics for your background. (Hint: you might bring in a book, and scan a photo for your background at 300 dpi. You will need to credit the photo somewhere in your project!)

Map: Include a map somewhere in your compositon. Scan a map from a book or magazine.

Good Composition: Be sure that you plan a clear center of attention and that your space is balanced.

Border: Include some type of colorful border around your composition.

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PROCEDURE:

STEP ONE: Begin by deciding whether your composition will be horizontal or vertical, and create a file size that is appropriate.

STEP TWO: Begin by creating a border area around the compositon. (You can wait until later to finalize the border...but it's important to save the space! Next, begin creating a background from your photos and scanned images.

STEP THREE: Use the feathering technique you learned in class to begin integrating your photos into the composition. Be sure to establish a clear center of attention.

STEP FOUR: Continue adding photos and building your composition.