For my final project, we were given the theme ‘Structure’
which I decided to base around the different types of Architecture and how it
changes in different cities and towns. I chose this as I felt that it would
give me a range of different things to research and draw such as, Bridges,
ruins, buildings; all of which would be different and unique in some shape or
form. I also chose this because, I felt that I needed to do something that was
quite complex and would help show what kind of work I am capable of producing,
and as this was my final project of the year, I wanted to really push my limits
to the highest standard possible.
Context- I must look at different types of architecture such as contemporary architecture, different periods of time such as the 1930's and even different types of skylines such as London and what impact they have on the environment and their surroundings.
Research- I must have my own images from previous trips such as New York, including observational drawings. I must also have recreated drawings from secondary research and artist research such as, Louis Lozowick, Thomas Heatherwick and different art movements such as Art Deco.
Problem solving- For problem solving, I will blog and annotate any problems that I may come across, whether it may be using a type of media, creating different compositions or coming up with initial designs for my final piece.
Planning and production- I must set daily tasks, such as creating repeat multiple designs for my final piece, which will help to see which designs will work and which won't. This includes initial and final designs for my final piece.
Practical skills- I must use a range of practical skills such as, printmaking and drawing using different types of media such as, ink, graphite, charcoal, pencil, paint and inks; I must also have different styles of drawings such as accurate, observational and quick sketches
Evaluation & Reflection- I must have weekly blog entries, including how and why I have created the work. I must also complete a self-assessment form.
Presentation- For the unit on presentation, I will be creating a 20 image presentation of my work, also known as Pecha Kucha and I will also be exhibiting my work at our end of year show.
Throughout this project I have collected a
range of research such as primary, secondary and contextual. For my primary
research I have been to Paris, New York, London, Manchester and Wentworth, all
of which I have recreated within my sketchbook.
The primary photographs that I have taken have all been
recreated using different styles of drawing. These include accurate drawings,
observational drawings and even quick sketches, which all worked really well,
as I quite accurate when it comes to detail. For
my secondary research I used Pinterest and books to research different types of
architecture such as, historical buildings, ruins, modern buildings, bridges
etc. Once again I recreated these using different media’s, commenting on the
different elements and principles of design used to create the structures such
as shape and pattern and how they have been interpreted into the design, for
example, this image uses strong contrast and composition and also uses shape to
create a piece of scenery.
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This is an example of Zaha Hadid’s work which I have
recreated using coloured pencils. I used a white pencil on the geometrical
shapes to try and create a glass effect which worked really well.
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This is an example of William Van Alen’s work, which I recreated
using a 2B and 4B pencil, and a rubber to help highlight certain parts of the
building to add emphasis.
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This is an example of Thomas Heatherwick’s work, which I developed
onto an A2 design sheet, using coloured pencils. I think that this works really
well as the tones and shading used have made the drawing look quite 3D.
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have also visited an exhibition in London called ‘Creation from catastrophe’
which shows how architecture can re build a community due to a manmade or
natural disaster at The Royal Institute of British Architects. The exhibition wasn't
really what I expected, however it still helped with my research to show the
different reasons why architecture keeps changing.
My research throughout this project has
been really helpful as I have used a part of each section I have researched to
create my initial designs and final design for my final piece. My sketchbook
work has also lead me to create development sheets on some of the artists and
art movements such as Art deco which has also helped with my project.
Throughout my research I have used the
elements and principles of design to describe how the buildings and structures
have been created. I have also used them to help come up with my designs so
that my final piece will include a variety of different shapes and forms, with
some drawn at different perspectives and proportions so that the skyline looks
like it is getting bigger. Directing myself through this project I have found
both easy, yet challenging. The part that I found easy was planning everything
out, as you know everything you’re wanting to do, therefore you can just start
researching, as you’ll know if there’s anything you’ve missed out. The part
that I found harder was making sure everything is up to the same standard, as I
feel that I am better at drawing than I am analysing, which I worry may bring
me down, however I have analysed everything to the best standard I am capable
of.
I have used many practical skills throughout this project such as,
collaging; which I used to help create my designs, painting, creating lino
prints, drawing using different types of media, creating a model/ final design.
I have made several designs sheets for my project and example sheet of how my
final piece will look. I created these by experimenting with photocopies of my
sketchbook to create a skyline, I collaged these together and also tried mirror
imaging the designs to create balanced and unbalanced designs so that I had a
range of different ideas to choose from.
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I feel that I could have managed my time a little better, as
although I used a time management sheet I found myself rushing to finish a few
things towards the end of the project such as a few of my blogs and some of my
pages within my sketchbook, which I would have been best off not rushing, so that
they were of better quality. Overall I feel that my work is quite effective, as
it is the best quality work I have produced since the start of September. There
will always be room for improvement as nothing is going to come out perfect,
however I wouldn’t change this as it shows how I have developed these mistakes
to create my final piece. I am glad that I chose this as my project as I am really
happy with how everything turned out, and I feel that I have achieved what I set
out to do in my project proposal.
I now have to prepare for my Pecha Kucha presentation, a slide
show of 20 images of my work which I have created on Power point, and my end of
year show which I am really looking forward to.
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