When I initially started reading the paperwork for the assignment and exercises within it, I found I was very confused!! There were some techniques and references I'd never heard of, like 'torchon' and 'sgraffito'.
So firstly, I did some research, I started with the descriptions of techniques I'd never even heard of, tried to educate myself using the internet. Then I ordered more materials. I've never really been a big fan of oil pastels, and it hadn't even occurred to me to use ink and pens to draw, but I thought, why not give it a go?! That is the whole idea of doing this course; broadening my knowledge, experimenting and learning new ways in which to express myself. Nothing about that could be bad, even if I discover that I don't like using particular materials or techniques.
It was interesting reading the booklet. It says "Some people enjoy the less predictable quality of line that you can achieve with a dip pen because it is very expressive and over-rides the convenience of using a marker pen". Having read this, I am very much looking forward to working with dip pens now, as I think I fit into the category of expressive. Bring on the exploration of coloured media!!
Having read ahead a bit so that I can prepare myself, I like the idea of the research points; for me, looking at other artists work is awesome; I can look at different ideas, which can lead to me having some of my own, for constructive criticism of my own work, comparing my work to others makes me understand the things I can improve on, and more than anything for inspiration. Seeing someone else's work that I find stimulating helps me raise my standard to work. Win win!
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