Homework due June 28: Project 2: Mapping a LES Block

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Project 2: Mapping a LES Block
With your group, visit Orchard, Essex, Ludlow and Grand streets on the LES. Choose one block on one of these streets to map, with each team member sketching a building in detail, and taking observational notes (building number, residential or business, etc.). Then, as a group, make a collage map with the notes and drawings to be presented in class on Thursday June 28.

1. Choose a block on Orchard, Essex, Ludlow or Grand streets.

2. Choose a building on the block to document and observe (each group member should choose a different building on the same block).

3. In your sketchbook record information about the building: write down the building's address, whether or not it is a residence or business, who you see going in or coming out of the building, and any other observations (graffiti, trees, plants, trash, anything else of interest).

4. Draw the building in your sketchbook or on larger paper. This can be a quick sketch, (a 'gesture drawing') or a longer drawing. You can also take photos, but you must have a drawing of some kind. Pay special attention to the architectural details (windows, doors, and decorative elements), these can be separate sketches.

5. As a group, combine your drawings and notes into one single collage "map" of your block.

6. Be prepared to talk about both the group's map and the building you chose in class.