• Ancient Egyptian Self Portrait. Complete a self-portrait in the style of Ancient Egyptian art. In this self-portrait you must depict yourself in a composite view (the way that the Egyptian Pharaohs were drawn). Think about how you want to be remembered in life. Turn everyday items into hieroglyphic symbols; cell phones, computers, makeup, tv sets, compound bows etc. Add those items to the background of your drawing.

    Materials: Various drawing media such as colored pencils or markers. Paper size 12" x 18".   

    Composite Pose:

    A pose that combines two or more viewpoints in a single representation, a convention common in ancient Near Eastern and Egyptian art. A figure in composite pose usually appears in profile with feet, legs, hips and head turned to the side but the torso facing forward. Also known as twisted perspective.

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    The Mummification Process

    TICE ART 1010 Ancient Near Eastern and Ancient Egyptian Art