You will have the opportunity to create your own original opinion cartoon. The cartoon must illustrate your opinion on a current topic. The image must be creative, be easy to understand, have good craftsmanship, and be your own unique creation. Remember that you should use proper etiquette and be considerate of others’ opinions because this is a school-related assignment and your audience is other students. For this exercise, your audience will be the other members of your class. Brainstorm a list of topics that are relevant to that group. On a scrap piece of paper, list at least five different topics. This can range from wanting the right to vote to the warning label on video games. Whatever topic that is appropriate and relevant to your age group is suitable for the list. After you have created your list, pick the topic that is most important to you and determine your opinion on it. Then, list all of the symbols that could be used for that topic, what type of scene would present your opinion, and what type of imagery would convey your opinion. If you are going to use text, determine what words will be present. But, your cartoon does not have to use words—you can communicate a lot of information through images alone. The following image is an example of the power images have to communicate.
Two men with angry expressions are facing each other and holding up masks that show happy faces.
Once you have determined the topic and opinion you are going to convey as well as the imagery and text you will use, create your original cartoon. Consider all of the elements of art and principles of design to ensure that your artwork is dynamic. The art elements of unity and emphasis should be key factors. You can use any medium to create your original cartoon, including a computer drawing program, pencil, colored pencils, or oil pastels to create your original cartoon. Once you have finished it, use the Process worksheet to discuss the steps you took to develop your original cartoon. Select the links to access the Process worksheet and the Opinion Cartoon Portfolio rubric. This rubric will help you better understand how your project will be graded.
what are some good ideas for this progect?
1. Social media addiction and its impact on mental health.
2. Climate change and the importance of sustainable practices.
3. Cyberbullying and the need for stricter online regulations.
4. Gender equality and breaking stereotypes.
5. The importance of mental health awareness and destigmatizing mental illness.
6. Gun control and the need for stricter firearm laws.
7. Animal rights and the ethical treatment of animals.
8. The impact of fast fashion on the environment and promoting sustainable fashion choices.
9. The importance of diversity and inclusivity in society.
10. The effects of plastic pollution on marine life and the need for plastic reduction.