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LESSON 6 – PUTTING IT TOGETHER

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STEP 1: Choose a sheet of scrapbook paper. On the blank side, use a ruler to draw a line down the center of the page.

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STEP 2: Open your junk journal to the middle. Line up the spine of the journal with the line on the scrapbook paper. Stitch the endsheet and journal together.

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STEP 3: Trim the endsheet all the way around ¼” from the edge of the journal pages.

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STEP 4: On the blank side of a sheet of cardstock, use a ruler to draw a line down the center. Then draw a line ¼” on either side of the center line. From each of those lines, draw a line ½” farther out.

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STEP 5: Fold the journal, blank sides together, along each of the lines ¼” from the center.

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STEP 6: Now fold the cover the other direction along the ½” lines.

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STEP 7: Cut a piece of ribbon about two inches longer than the height of the journal.

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STEP 8: Using rubber cement, glue the ribbon along the spine of the journal. Trim the excess ribbon from either end.

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STEP 9: Using hot glue, apply glue between the two ½” lines/folds.

STEP 10: Center the spine of the journal along the center line of the cover, fold it up and press it to ensure it sticks together.

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STEP 11: Cut two 4”X12” strips of scrapbook paper.

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STEP 12: Fold the cover back along the ½” line/fold and press it flat.

STEP 13: Using rubber cement, glue the 4” strip to the cover and endsheet, centering it over the fold.

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STEP 14: Trim the cover to the size of the endsheet all the way around.

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THINKING BACK

Which of the artists challenged your perspectives on art or identity the most?

What is something you learned about yourself?

What is something you learned about art?

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REFLECT

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Zeke Ayala Interview Video on YouTube

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How does Zeke use the art principles we’ve talked about so far?

Zeke says art can be anything. What is another medium you would like to explore? Think of one you may not have considered to be art before.

If your community did a mural like this, what things might they include? How can you ensure everybody’s voices are heard?

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SMART GOALS

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Specific

Gives a clear idea of what you will create.

Measurable

States how many you will create.

Attainable

Can be completed given your skills and the time you have.

Realistic

Is within your capabilities.

Time-bound

Has a specific deadline for completion.

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CONGRATS!

Talking Points: You’ve made it to the end of Perfectly Imperfect. The last step in the journey is to decorate your cover. You can use any materials you want, but consider the things you’ve learned so far about design elements and color theory. But most importantly, your cover must represent YOU. This is your one time to judge a book by its cover.

Don’t forget to add to your journal.

(Hand out Appendix U – Lesson 6 Learn More) This handout is a list of all of the people, places, mediums, and other things mentioned during the lesson. You can use it to research more on your own at home.

(Hand out Appendix I – Additional Resources) And finally, this handout is a list of resources so you can continue learning about art and Chicanx, Latinx, and Hispanic cultures. If you aren’t a 4-H member, consider looking into the variety of projects and activities we have to offer.

(Hand out Appendix V – Final Rubric) You are going to spend the last few minutes self-assessing the work you’ve done throughout the semester. Think about your entire junk journal as you complete this rubric. For each SMART goal on the left, identify where your work falls, whether it is Best, Better, Good, or Fair and check that box. You have 10 minutes to complete the rubric and then I will be collecting them.