Being introduced to the Assignment
In the works of the Assignment, we would continuously practice drawing techniques to accurately depict 3D space and volumetric form. We were to imagine if we had our own private studio space of at least 200 square feet and were to visualize, and place at least 4 objects in it. These four objects were to be a desk, something to sit on, a personal item that was smaller than a human, and a wall, or other structural objects. At the end of the assignment, we would be able to understand forms of shapes could be reduced down to essential form. In addition to that, we would be able to apply all types of perspectives to construct and position form and space together. Throughout the works, we would grasp the understanding of how relationships between forms and their position in spaces, along with understanding how linear perspectives derive from the implied line and observing the invisible.
Process
Exercises:
I found the exercises given during the online section of class, along with the ones worked on in class extremely helpful in many regards. The way we would continuously practice a simple concept of placing shapes, such as one-point persepctive, or two point perspective, along with practicing rotating shapes to relate to a space, this helped me developed a way of looking at shapes and see how they related to elements surrounding it. The practice of the worksheets, implying the concepts of multiple perspectives, help me grasp the ideas of shapes when it came to practicing placing objects in the grid.
Starting The Grid:
When initially starting to layout the grid for practice, I struggled many times to get the concepts right. Although we were watching a video, it wasn’t until I was in class that I understood how to contruct the Grid. When following the video tutiorial given to help understand how to construct the Grid, I found myself trying to follow the instructions exactly step by step. I later learned that this wasn’t exactly necessary, as you can play around with the vantage point, along with other elements to the drawing.
After reflecting on my first two grid drawings, I noticed that I struggled to figure out the ceiling. This concept took me a long time to grasp, as I learned how to incorporate this during in-person classes.
Practice
In this first practice drawing of incorporating shapes into a 3D form, I decided to practice around with rectangular objects. It was more easing to start with basic shapes, rather than incorporating complex shapes. Although these shapes are very much asked for in the final deliverable, I felt that it was essential to start small. After practicing placing putting in a few shapes into the grid, I decided to move on the somewhat designing what my studio would look like.
In the second practice of placing shapes in the grid, I wanted to completely remove the idea of the bed, like incorporated in the first practice. I felt that the bed was no fun, and it took up a lot of room. On the other hand, I decided to create a couch. I thought the couch was very comfortable and made the space feel warm and welcoming. This is something I would idealize if I was given a real space, and was allowed to turn it into my studio.
After placing the couch, I began to play around with the intention of the wall. I have this intention in my room, and I liked the idea of it and wanted to incorporate it into this. This intent helps me separate my work from the rest of my room, so I thought it was idealistic to include. I then filled in the necessary work materials. I wanted to keep it basic looking, with a plain desk, and a simple stool. I didn’t want to over clutter my drawing with unnessicary objects.
I then moved on to incorporating objects that I just felt was necessary. The bookshelves help make the indentation a real workspace. The rug and coffee table add to the coziness, and the record table just adds in my taste. I added in a window as well. I found this cool window on google and wanted to include that somehow. Lastly, I added texture to the walls by creating a brick material. I felt that this texture added to the homelike sense of comfort.
Production
In the final Production of the space, I decided to incorporate many elements that were included in the last practice. In the beginning stages of creating the final Production, I began with recreating the brick wall and indent. This was my favorite part of the last practice, and so I wanted to include it. I simply added a light source, as it would be a workspace, and a light source is essential. I also felt the need to include the books, and the plant on the bookshelf. I felt that this was cute, and I wanted it to be apart of my final deliverable.
I similarly added the couch. I changed it up to appear to more of my aesthetics. I also added the rug, coffee table, and record table. I like the sense of comfort it added to the last practice. These pieces make it more personalized to myself.
I decided to change the window from the last practice to be a little shelf. I saw an example of the shelf somewhere on the internet, and last minute decided to change that to add a vase with a flower. When taking out the single window, I decided to add a floor lamp to at least add artificial light. However, I started to visualize 3 large windows right behind to record table, and across from my work area.
Overall, if this was my real-life studio, I would genuinely like it. Through the practice, I was able to find elements that I really like and found a way to incorporate it into my final production. I think this 13×16 representation of a studio idealizes a lot of elements I value.