Pin hole light effect

This is one of the experiments that i done using my own photo. The technique is very unusual but incredibly effective. I obtained black paper, white transparent paper and a needle. I placed my chosen image on top of a piece of black paper and pierced the outline of my image. I then held the black paper up to the light and took a picture of it. I feel that this technique suits my fairytale/fantasy theme well due to the light effect on the image. Its also very quick and easy technique to do which could be beneficial to my exam.

Embroidery Technique

This is an experiment that i did of little red riding hood. I tried to restrict myself to only stitch the outline and and the fill-in colour as a means of practice before my final outcome, this allowed me to get used to the technique and face the issues i may or may not encounter during the creation of my last outcome. I obtained a plain cotton fabric red embroidery thread, embroidery hoop and a needle. i first drew out my design of little red riding hood with a pencil, i then embroidered a satin stitch around the outline of the figure i drew. After doing so i started to fill-in the stitched outline of the figure eventually creating a 3D cartoon like figure out of red embroidered thread. The reason i decided to do an embroidery technique is because it uses a adventurous variation in media to create an artistic expression through uses of textures, All in all i found this experiment highly beneficial in how it has given me a better look and idea of what and how i am to create my final outcome, for instance i have recently become aware for me to effectively stitch my design i will need the aid of a sewing machine it will be both more time  saving and efficient.

Julia pott

This image was designed by Julia pott who is specialised in autobigraphical art. as i was observing her prior work this particular image appealed to me as i felt that it had a strong reference to my chosen theme of little red riding hood. the image features a wolf as a main character in the illustration which aided me in my character design ideas. one of the aspect i love about Julia's work is how she always incorporates an exaggeration of animal limbs for instance, elongated necks and legs evidently shown in the picture above with the wolf. her passion for animals is conveyed through giving her animal drawings human characteristics. This  technique is something i could  incorporate  into my own designs. Personally after over viewing this particular piece, i have realized that this particular artwork symbolizes the wolf's empowerment over the village, shown in how the artist has made the wolf bigger than its surroundings, creating assumption that the wolf holds greater control as opposed to the other animals in the background. interestingly, the use of colours in the piece and in her other prior work have a contrasting aspect to them. This particular features allows the figures within the piece to be embossed from the surroundings. Also the gloomy contrasting colours creates an almost fantasy appeal to the work interlinking with my main brief and theme.

Thresh hold effect

                                    This is my original picture, before I effected it. 

This is my development,processed on photoshop.  i took and used my own original photo as shown above and transferred onto photoshop. after doing so i altered the contrast and brightness of the picture, allowing specific detailed parts i wanted to be clear. i then went onto image and adjustments and chose thresh  hold. i altered the levels of white and black in the picture showing enough human like features to still have the image sustain its purpose. finally, i had completed my thresh hold effect transforming the image from a normal picture to an almost animated image strongly referencing to the theme of my project. i will try to include the sort of detail displayed in the picture within my drawings using it as inspiration. 

TARGETS!!!

Have you collected primary visual research relating to your exam theme such as observational drawings and photographs? Are these on your blog? NO

Have you explored and developed your ideas imaginatively? How have you demonstrated this? yes but not enough

Have you researched a diverse range of artwork and completed this on your blog? Who have you analysed? Is your analysis in-depth?

Have you experimented with a wide range of techniques both handmade and computer generated? Which techniques have you used? Yes, i still need to do more

Have you refined / developed your outcomes through experimentation? How? Yes

Have you written in detail about your experiments and developments on your blog and used this information to help you improve? No i just need to upload them onto my blog

Have you taken imaginative leaps/ shown a sense of discovery/ willingness to take risks in your work? If so how? If not, how can you do this?

Have you shown enthusiasm and imagination in your work? If so, how? If not, how can you make changes to do this? Yes. Started creating a background for my book using marbling technique. however i need to do more experimentations.

Have you created work that is exciting and original? If so, how? If not, what can you do to improve this area? Yes. my initial designs reflect my own interpretation of my chosen story of little red riding hood.

Have you annotated your blog thoroughly throughout?  No

Have you practised with your exam outcomes by creating mock-ups? Are your outcomes skilful/ well constructed? No!

Have you created an exam plan?

Illustration Brief

Analysis

I have chosen to analyse this particular book not only it happens to be a favourite of mine but it’s also a very recognised story.  A traditional song is kindly retold in this attractive book by Carol Thompson. The book entails of the famous verse –

Hush, little baby, don’t say a word . . .

the tiny little man is told that if his mockingbird don’t sing – papa’s gonna make you a daisy-ring. And so on goes this wonderful series of promised gifts, from making him a sailing boat to finding a four-leaf clover and releasing a butterfly into the sky.
Being able to sing along to text is an ideal way to engage children, and create a memorable reading experience for both parent and child. But Thompson’s illustrations are what make this book truly shine. I believe this is a useful technique to incorporate onto my book, so therefore I will take this into consideration.
I noticed she used softly washed colours and charming characters, with collage-like techniques using papers and cut outs. The central character helps indicated the possible age range between 2-6 years old, which very much makes it easier for the parents to determine the suitability for their children. On the image it portrays the little boy playing with a bird which is something kids can relate to

I personally find books about the outdoor very much appealing and I remember enjoying reading them as a kid.  Books like these really helps play with the kids wild imagination, especially for the times when they physically can’t be running around outside, exploring and climbing and getting covered in mud and dirt, therefore reading about it can at least bring them joy. 

The (unseen) child in the story loves being outside, but thinks he/she will only see green and brown trees and plants. The idea of this picture book is quite pleasant. Casually heading out for a bushwalk and opening your eyes to what's around you. The main title for this book blends in quite well with the whole nature look, which also puts emphasis to the theme more. The artwork is the highlight of this book cover. The colours applied onto this book appear to be of nature colours which make it suitable for its intended theme.

This book definitely encourages children to love and appreciate nature more. Children are normally fascinated over animals, taking this to account perhaps incorporating animals in my book is a good way to attract to them. Overall, I think it’s a gorgeous book that will have children intrigued and ready to head outside again!