1. Illustration: Geometric Abstract 

The challenge for this project was to use geometric shapes and the hues of the colour wheel to create a design. 
 

First, I came up with some ideas and put them down in thumbnails. My ideas consisted of numerous lines drawn at random so these could create shapes. Then, I chose the one I felt more connected to and drew it in a bigger scale.

For the final piece I decided to use masking tape instead of drawing the lines. This would make the triangles look neat. Then I decided to add some contrast and simoultaneously give a sense of space by adding the blue violet.

 

 

 

The objective of this assignment was to create and develop a black and white dingbat that depicted and animal with an attitude or expression.

 

I decided to try multiple expressions on various animals. I chose a rabbit and took away as many lines as possible without eliminating its easily-recognizable features.

For the final piece, I illustrated a surprised rabbit. I decided a rabbit's face could take on the expression of surprise efficiently, without taking away from its authentic features.

 

We were tasked to design a poster to encourage travel to Greece, Rome, Egypt, Persia or Turkey. The target for the poster was to include 3 artifacts, patterns or graphics from the Royal Ontario Museum or the Internet.

 

The objects I picked for the first thumbnails were stereotypical, and they way I positioned them made the poster look boring.  For these reasons, I decided to change the objects to less cliche ones, and work with the rule of thirds as an attempt to make the poster look more interesting.

 

I started off by practicing with pencil and a few felt tip pens on paper.

When I felt more comfortable, I went on to use a variety of tips and colour.

 

I intended to convey a message through this piece. People often bottle up their emotions, forgetting the importance of expressing and letting out their feelings.

 

My main focus for this piece was experimenting with paint. I decided on acrylic because I feel comfortable with it, and gouache because I wanted the closest red to a primary red.