Sketchbook Assignments� Will be given for your sketchbook on a regular basis. If there is a week without a specific given assignment - you should use this to collect and record your creative ideas. Sketchbook assignments are to be completed outside of class unless you finish a project early and have time to work on them in class. Although I will be giving you sketchbook assignments often throughout the semester � you will also be expected to use your sketchbooks as a visual journal. What is a Visual Journal? A visual journal is where you can combine written thoughts, observations, ideas, etc�with visual elements (collage, magazine/newspaper clippings, found or original graphics/sketches) to express yourself. I am not asking for anything specific � I just want you to start to become aware of things around you --- I want you to become ACTIVE OBSERVERS of the art, media, communications and the environment in which you live. There are no rules (just guidelines) --- be creative, be original, be yourself.This book is intended to also tell me about you -- If someone where to pick up this book � they should be able to get a sense of who you are� BE CREATIVE & HAVE FUN!!!