Lines, shapes, and other things | #oneperday2023 | week 1
Day 1. Make Your Mark
This activity enabled me to explore the effect different materials have on the qualities of marks produced. The piece incorporates various techniques, from the intricate detail of fineline and graphite pencil to the vivid vibrancy of watercolour. Personally, I found watercolour to be the most captivating medium, discovering a preference for working with 'wet' techniques in the creative process. I also discovered that I'm not personally a fan of cross-hatching.
Materials: graphite pencil, coloured pencil, 0.2 fine liner, copic marker, watercolour paint, oil pastel
Day 2. Line Drawings
The line drawing exercise was a valuable step in honing my observational skills while incorporating fineline skills from Day 1. I particularly enjoyed the quick line drawings and developed a fondness for continuous line techniques. Though the glasses drawing felt quite wonky, I'm proud of the overall progress in observing and capturing subjects.
Day 3. Silhouettes
I executed this silhouette drawing exercise with watercolours and found it to be a really great experience. Watercolour remains one of my favourite mediums, allowing me to freely express myself. This exercise was liberating; I didn't strive for perfection but embraced the joy of capturing the essence of each silhouette with fluid, expressive strokes. I think the extra shading gave the objects the depth they needed.
Day 4. Combining Lines & Shapes
The combination of silhouette and line drawings in this exercise was truly enjoyable. It challenged me to refine my lines, focusing on essentials for a more intriguing outcome. This exercise encouraged a fresh perspective, making the process both engaging and satisfying. The combination of watercolour and fine liner works really well and I'll be keen to incorporate this technique in future projects.
Day 5. Negative Space
Negative space is a crucial aspect of any composition, affecting measurements, proportions, and overall balance. In this exercise, I tackled it by filling in the negative space around two perched parrots with watercolor. Unfortunately, I'm not particularly fond of the outcome, but the lesson on negative space's importance in art remains valuable.
