1. This is the first ink blow piece I did. I used a sharpie to draw off of the original ink splatter. My inspiration was from the artist who runs the Monsters Daily website. 2. This is from when I had to draw the sign language letter "G" with a marker that was taped to a yard stick. It was very hard to control my lines and get the proportions right. 3. This is my second ink blow piece, where the ink spread more across my paper. I thought it looked a little bit like a sail, so I drew in the sailboat with sharpie.
1. What new skills did you learn as part of this unit? This unit spanned over many different medias and techniques, so I learned a lot. Specifically I learned how to handle clay correctly and how to create the image you want. I've only used clay one other time before, so everything was a new concept. I learned how to properly roll out clay to make sure there were no trapped air bubbles. Then I figured out how to trace my image and add texture with the provided clay tools. Using the score and slip method, I was able to add certain elements to my yellow leaf so it would be a little thicker than the others. 2. What project from Unit 3 did you find to be the most successful? Why? I think my value drawing was definitely my best project from the unit. I've always really enjoyed drawing and sketching realistically, so when I had the chance to do that for a project, I took it. This was such a successful work because I really took my time and didn't rush my way through it. When I slowed it all down, I was able to catch a lot more detail in my sketch, and I was able to get the angles and proportions just right. I also used the drawing pencils from class to add value in different places. 3. What media are you interested in using again and why?
Although I'm not very good with watercolor, I would love to use it again. The last time I used watercolor was probably back in elementary school, but when I began to use it during this unit, I remembered how fun and laid-back it is. I feel like its so simple, but it can still create beautiful and complex pictures. If I were to keep practicing it, I think I could paint some really pretty landscapes. |
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