Introduction:

In this project, we would be able to compile a reflection of our mental thinking process by incorporating both organic and geometric shapes. Through rapid iterations, use of color, shapes, and placement we are intentionally creating a visual representation of multiple mental states and emotions.

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Process

Mind Map 

To give a little structure to my mind map, I began the thought process by trying to answer the question “how do I think through a problem?” It was a little difficult to answer that question, so I put it aside and began creating another map to the question “describe your thought process through an adjective, energy, feeling, emotion.” As I began to visualize words to describe how my thought process works, I numbered and categorized adjectives relating to each stage of my process. I then broke it down even more and took one word from each categorized stage that best describes that step of the process, and organized it into another, more condensed category. 

Iterations 

For the next step in the process, we had to create 50 iterations of simple geometric shapes such as squares, circles, and triangles. I decided to take each of those 5 adjectives from the more condensed list and create iterations relating to similar feelings. I mostly took words from each categorized section relating to the steps of my process and used them as inspiration for different iterations. I focused on the energies and moods of being overwhelmed, focused, optimistic, impulsive, and eased.

When iterating the overwhelmed states, I started each iteration with a simple shape and let my mind direct how more correlating shapes could relate to communicating the feeling. This was a technique I used for all of my 50 iterations. In this state, I had subconscious feelings of shapes being all over the place. A common pattern of my experimentations related with exaggeration of scale.

In the iterations of being focussed, I experimented with different ways of expressing ways of shapes leading into each other, as this personally correlates to steadiness, and leading to a specific matter.

In the optimistic state iterations, I didn’t have any intentions. I again let my mind wander. A common pattern within the iterations is that a few of them often represent newness. For example the two iterations on the top and bottom rows of the most right column show one shape leading into another.

impulsive

eased

 

After completing the 50 iterations, I went back and reviewed all the iterations section by section. I starred all the ones that I favored over the rest. When considering if I liked that specific iteration more than any of the others, I considered how well it expresses my thought process to the corresponding word, and if I can potentially see myself including them in part 2 of the project.

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Photo Transformation

I chose to select this photo to begin breaking down for this project. I originally thought this would be a perfect photo to use because I took this selfie when I was in quarantine from having Corona. In this quarantine, I was struggling to get work done and had to constantly reassure myself to focus back on my work. I was sitting at my desk working on school work at the moment and had taken a procrastination break. I felt like this photo somewhat represents one of the lowest motivations, and reflects my thought process the best.

To start the process of breaking my face into more of a geometric form, I simply just traced the photo of myself to get a better concept of what my face looks like flat.

I then rewatched class videos and used the reference photos to break my face into more simple planes. I  decided to keep some facial details such as the eyes because I felt that when the detail was left in,  it help illustrate my mental state right from the beginning.

 

Shape Placement

As I experimented with shape placement, I strongly didn’t like the way any of the shape placements ended up. I felt that all of these iterations didn’t help contour the facial structure, even when I intentionally placed them to do so. I felt that the shapes just seemed as if they were just floating in space, and didn’t correlate with each other like they do in my thought process.

I took inspiration from those iterations to compile a final shape placing. I decided to keep the eye visible again, along with the lips. I also decided to rotate the head to have the chin facing more upwards, to correlate the shape placement of feeling overwhelmed. When doing so I found that the shoulders took away from this energy, and so I removed the outlining. As the angle of the photo, I took of myself was from a lower angle, this outline pulled the energy of the portrait down and created a negative tone.

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Color !

Inspiration

When coming to the stage of this project where it was time to incorporate colors I approached the idea in a few different ways. One of the first steps in doing so started with researching images to find tones that accurately represented my thought process.

From gathering this information I began to look at ways I could incorporate all these feelings into a color scheme. I began by looking at the color well and playing around with the closest colors to each mood. When I selected a tetradic color scheme I found that these four colors represented a different aspect of my thought process, and was excited that it would all work to be aesthetically correlating as well.

From inspiration and research, I decided to do a tetradic color scheme using these colors. I did further research, along with personal feelings to assign different parts of the portrait to different mental states.

I found that the orange/red/peach color represented the overwhelming feeling. When I become overwhelmed, I also become frustrated as well. I then played around with different saturation, shades, and tones to create an idea of colors to place within the shape.

I felt that the purple color represented optimism. As I personally associated the color with creativity I felt that it only made sense to assign it to my optimistic state.

The shades of green represented me being or remaining the focus. An interesting fact I found out about myself by playing around with the shades and tones is that I may be a little bit color-blind with the tones of green specifically. I didn’t know this at all until I was in this stage, and so I honestly had to focus super hard to compute my intentions into this section. With the help of technology and feedback from others I used context clues to figure out if I accurately was placing the correct color in the right place or not.

I incorporated the blue into my initial mental state, which is represented by my more recognizable face planes. As I also drew inspiration from a photo, I found that the coolness of the tone helped ease the mood of the portrait by reflecting the part of me staying calm.

 

Final thoughts:

I am really pleased with the final result of this composition. From last-minute critiques, I felt like I could maybe incorporate my of the project guidelines into the final deliverables instead of moving further away from them as I did. However, by looking at the finished portrait, I personally feel that my mental states were all delivered by intentions in doing so. In the future, I would like to work on abiding more by the limitations given to help better my creativity of thinking outside of the box.

 

 

 

Project Description:

In this assignment, we were to analyze compositional structures of images, and apply composition to digitally create drawing with intentions of supporting a specific mood, feeling, or energy. In addition to supporting the desired mood, feeling, or energy, we were able to apply linear perspective and manipulate forms to help support corresponding feelings or energies. Once we had an idea of what the space offered, we would create a corresponding drawing to communicate the opposite mood, energy, or feeling.

Practice:

Composition Viewpoints

One of the first exercises we practiced was working with different compositional viewpoints. We focussed on the same subject matter for each example. 

 

Composition Image Structure

In addition to the composition viewpoints, we did another exercise that focussed on the different image structures. We were supposed to continue off the subject that we had chosen for the viewpoint’s exercise.

In-Class Activity

In our in-class activity, we were given different options of ways to work on incorporating different image structures, viewpoints, and also manipulation. In the prompt I choose,  I was to create different ways to communicate JackO’Lanterns in front of OrtonHall.

 

 

Manipulation

In this exercise, we practiced simplifying and manipulating forms. We were to find images of specific subjects, and strip them down to their most basic forms. For one of the simplifications, we were supposed to manipulate it’s form. I choose to manipulate the skull example by simply just making the sphere part more oval-like, and making the rectangular part more square.

 

These exercises helped me grasp a better understanding of different elements and aspects to include in my project. I really liked how when we worked on the different viewpoints, and image structure examples, we used the same subject for every example. This helped different elements stick in my mind, and it also ultimately created examples to refer back to when working on the project, and even for future use.

Process:

When starting this assignment one of the first subjects I thought of was the Oculus. The Oculus is a building located in the Financial District of New York City. From just simply viewing this building from the exterior, you are just amazed by the unique structure of the space.

I remember very well how uplifting and strong the energy of this space was. It evoked many strong emotions, so decided to choose this for my drawings.  I began creating a mind map of the emotions/feelings/adjectives etc. that I associated with this space from experience.

After reviewing how the different emotions and feelings that that space gave off were, I began sketching out some ideas. I wanted to focus on the idea that the exterior offered an overwhelming feeling, while the interior offered a feeling of amazement.

When focusing on the feeling of overwhelming, I wanted to enhance the “wings,” and the overall size of the building. I first started off trying to sketch out the basic structure of the building. I thought about including a worm’s eye angle to help emphasize the actual size of the building, but I found it a little challenging to highlight the building without a corresponding background. I then decided to add in some background buildings such a the World Trade Center, and other random buildings from memory.

As for the opposite energy, I felt that I should reconstruct an area from the interior of the building. When viewing the space from the inside, it’s a memorable experience for all. In my personal opinion the interior of the building kind of looks like a rib cage, or fish bones. With the amazing structure, the building is always filled with so much light. Even if it is night, cloudy, raining, the interior of the building always radiates lots of positive energy.

I decided to start creating a drawing of walking on one of the floors. I thought it would be a great way of representing the energetic feel, while feeling connected by the leading lines, and flow of the space. I choose this angle to communicate the energetic feeling better. 

I liked the direction I was heading in from the sketchings itself, however, after hearing feedback, I realized that the two drawings shared similar characteristics.  I needed to reevaluate how I wanted to communicate the two different energies.

When reevaluating my drawings, I felt that it would be better to try to communicate the two different experiences you have when you are in the Oculus.

In the first of my final drawings, I decided to change the idea of communicating the overwhelming feeling that the exterior of the building gave off. I thought it would ultimately be better if I try to communicate the harmonious and balancing feeling that the space offers when first entering the building.

 

 

In the construction of this first drawing, I wanted to focus on the openness of the building, while still drawing attention to the ceiling. As I really wanted to look at a photo of this space, I mostly tried to use memory to recreate the feeling and energies it gave off. As a result, I exaggerated the number of lines in the space and the direction of them. I however wanted to focus on the lines so that I could create leading lines that drew attention to the ceiling space.

I might have taken a different approach as to the manipulations. I didn’t intentionally manipulate the spaces, instead, I refrained from using a reference photo, and let my memory construct and manipulate the drawing to emphasize more of a personal experience.

In the opposite composition, I decided to continue with the idea of one of my sketches. I like how it gave off overwhelming sense, even though it wasn’t what I initially had thought for the drawing. I felt that once I changed my ideas for the first drawing, this one became more of an opposite energy to the harmonious/balanced.

When recreating the sketched image, I kind of just followed along with the ideas I initially had. I like how it had already had a canted feel to it, and felt chaotic already. It was already far from balanced and harmonious, so I felt that it would be alright to continue off of.

The most challenging part of all was communicating the texture of the interior. I couldn’t remember what it, so I decided to just add a little bit of shading. From memory and picture, the entire interior was very white, bright, and textureless.

Overall, I originally liked the direction I was heading with these drawings, but I hit some road bumps and was redirected. As I thought my idea was very complex, I wish it would have been a little busier so the drawings could have more life t0 them. This building is very compelling and nosologic, and from just viewing the drawings, it brings me back to pre COVID-19 times, and living in the city.

 

 

 

 

Project Description:

In this assignment, we were to analyze compositional structures of images, and apply composition to digitally create drawing with intentions of supporting a specific mood, feeling, or energy. In addition to supporting the desired mood, feeling, or energy, we were able to apply linear perspective and manipulate forms to help support corresponding feelings or energies. Once we had an idea of what the space offered, we would create a corresponding drawing to communicate the opposite mood, energy, or feeling.

Practice:

Composition Viewpoints

One of the first exercises we practiced was working with different compositional viewpoints. We focussed on the same subject matter for each example. 

 

Composition Image Structure

In addition to the composition viewpoints, we did another exercise that focussed on the different image structures. We were supposed to continue off the subject that we had chosen for the viewpoint’s exercise.

In-Class Activity

In our in-class activity, we were given different options of ways to work on incorporating different image structures, viewpoints, and also manipulation. In the prompt I choose,  I was to create different ways to communicate JackO’Lanterns in front of OrtonHall.

 

 

Manipulation

In this exercise, we practiced simplifying and manipulating forms. We were to find images of specific subjects, and strip them down to their most basic forms. For one of the simplifications, we were supposed to manipulate it’s form. I choose to manipulate the skull example by simply just making the sphere part more oval-like, and making the rectangular part more square.

 

These exercises helped me grasp a better understanding of different elements and aspects to include in my project. I really liked how when we worked on the different viewpoints, and image structure examples, we used the same subject for every example. This helped different elements stick in my mind, and it also ultimately created examples to refer back to when working on the project, and even for future use.

Process:

When starting this assignment one of the first subjects I thought of was the Oculus. The Oculus is a building located in the Financial District of New York City. From just simply viewing this building from the exterior, you are just amazed by the unique structure of the space.

I remember very well how uplifting and strong the energy of this space was. It evoked many strong emotions, so decided to choose this for my drawings.  I began creating a mind map of the emotions/feelings/adjectives etc. that I associated with this space from experience.

After reviewing how the different emotions and feelings that that space gave off were, I began sketching out some ideas. I wanted to focus on the idea that the exterior offered an overwhelming feeling, while the interior offered a feeling of amazement.

When focusing on the feeling of overwhelming, I wanted to enhance the “wings,” and the overall size of the building. I first started off trying to sketch out the basic structure of the building. I thought about including a worm’s eye angle to help emphasize the actual size of the building, but I found it a little challenging to highlight the building without a corresponding background. I then decided to add in some background buildings such a the World Trade Center, and other random buildings from memory.

As for the opposite energy, I felt that I should reconstruct an area from the interior of the building. When viewing the space from the inside, it’s a memorable experience for all. In my personal opinion the interior of the building kind of looks like a rib cage, or fish bones. With the amazing structure, the building is always filled with so much light. Even if it is night, cloudy, raining, the interior of the building always radiates lots of positive energy.

I decided to start creating a drawing of walking on one of the floors. I thought it would be a great way of representing the energetic feel, while feeling connected by the leading lines, and flow of the space. I choose this angle to communicate the energetic feeling better. 

I liked the direction I was heading in from the sketchings itself, however, after hearing feedback, I realized that the two drawings shared similar characteristics.  I needed to reevaluate how I wanted to communicate the two different energies.

When reevaluating my drawings, I felt that it would be better to try to communicate the two different experiences you have when you are in the Oculus.

In the first of my final drawings, I decided to change the idea of communicating the overwhelming feeling that the exterior of the building gave off. I thought it would ultimately be better if I try to communicate the harmonious and balancing feeling that the space offers when first entering the building.

 

 

In the construction of this first drawing, I wanted to focus on the openness of the building, while still drawing attention to the ceiling. As I really wanted to look at a photo of this space, I mostly tried to use memory to recreate the feeling and energies it gave off. As a result, I exaggerated the number of lines in the space and the direction of them. I however wanted to focus on the lines so that I could create leading lines that drew attention to the ceiling space.

I might have taken a different approach as to the manipulations. I didn’t intentionally manipulate the spaces, instead, I refrained from using a reference photo, and let my memory construct and manipulate the drawing to emphasize more of a personal experience.

In the opposite composition, I decided to continue with the idea of one of my sketches. I like how it gave off overwhelming sense, even though it wasn’t what I initially had thought for the drawing. I felt that once I changed my ideas for the first drawing, this one became more of an opposite energy to the harmonious/balanced.

When recreating the sketched image, I kind of just followed along with the ideas I initially had. I like how it had already had a canted feel to it, and felt chaotic already. It was already far from balanced and harmonious, so I felt that it would be alright to continue off of.

The most challenging part of all was communicating the texture of the interior. I couldn’t remember what it, so I decided to just add a little bit of shading. From memory and picture, the entire interior was very white, bright, and textureless.

Overall, I originally liked the direction I was heading with these drawings, but I hit some road bumps and was redirected. As I thought my idea was very complex, I wish it would have been a little busier so the drawings could have more life t0 them. This building is very compelling and nosologic, and from just viewing the drawings, it brings me back to pre COVID-19 times, and living in the city.

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.

 

 

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