Wall to Wallpaper

Honestly, when I first received this project I didn't think that it was going to be that hard. However, once I actually started it I realized how complicated and tedious this project really was. Trying to make a print that can repeat is not an easy task. At first I started using a speedy cut block to make my print, but it wasn't sturdy enough and it eventually broke. I had to go out and buy another block but this time I bought a lino cutting block. This incident did put me a little bit behind me schedule, but I made up the time. I had so many ideas for this projects and several different options in which I could carry it out. the final design was chosen based on the stability of the form. I would say that this is one of my most successful projects in surface research.

Phantasm

This is another project from my time studio class. I have to say, I am really proud of it. A lot of work went into making it. and I got all of this done in about two and half weeks.  I had about 10 different people assist me in the making of this shot film involving props, transportation, and editing.

The title, the script and the characters were all created by me. I really felt like a director/producer during the whole process. I  enjoyed telling people what to say and where to be. The only thing that I would change, is the camera quality. Unfortunately, a better camera wasn't in my budget...

Since making this movie, I have done a whole bunch of research on different types of cameras, audio recorders and filming kits.

One thing is for sure If I ever do another short film like this I will definitely better prepared for it and it will be twice as good.

http://www.youtube.com/user/CHASETUR1?feature=mhum

Artist Intro: Bansky

Perhaps one of the most famous graffiti artist in the world is the British artist, Banksy.

 Not much is known about the actually identity of Banksy. The only thing about his identity that has been confirmed is the year he was born and his place of birth.(1974 Bristol, England)

Banksy's art work is most recognizable for for focusing on themes of 

Anti-capitalism, Anti-fascism, Anti-imperialism, Anti-authoritarianism, and other such related movements.

Banksy's technique basically uses stencils and some computer generated prints. 

Banksy is normally uses visual imagery to get his points across but he has also made works that rely on words.

It is still argued by many whether or not Banksy work should be considered "art". Most critics have deemed Banksy's art as simple vandalism.

He is also known for making sculpture and altering film and sculpture.

In April 2006, Banksy made a sculpture based on a crumpled red phone box with a pickaxe in its side, and placed it on the of a side street. 

Banksy has shown that he is a true master of satirical art.

to more of Banksy's work check out these websites. 

http://www.banksy.co.uk/index2.html

http://www.artofthestate.co.uk/banksy/banksy.htm

APPROPRIATION

In time studio we have just completed a new project. 

The point of the project was to take videos that we found on the internet and put them together in a way that may change the context of them. When my professor gave me the assignment, I knew exactly what I wanted to do. I had actually had the idea to do this long before I had even entered high school. 

 The purpose of the video is to provoke some thought.  I hope I succeeded.. 

Animalistic Shape

I found this project to be entertaining. I enjoyed seeing other peoples' projects and seeing how they incorporated their shapes to make their animal. I wish I had a little bit more time to think about how I used my shape. Looking at it now I see several ways that I could have made it a little bit more interesting.
But regardless I think that it turned out well and I am pleased with the end result...

Surface Research: Turned Up...Popped-Up

I really liked this project. Not so much doing but seeing the finished result. It was very tedious trying to get the pop-up points to match as well as taping the springs and making sure they lined up.



My project was based off the elegant painting by Raphael, "The School of Athens".
I figured i would get a-lot good shapes out of this painting and idea. Immediately after I traced the shapes several idea came into my head but I figure it out one that I believed worked the best.

I traced the perspective circles used the to make sound waves. In addtion i used the pillars on the side to make Speakers complimenting the sound-wave idea..

                                        

                                        

                                        

Surface Research: Abstarction

I have to admit I liked this project a lot more than the last one. I'm not entirely sure why that is yet. I am glad I chose such an interesting object. At first I was really dreading it and wishing I had chosen something similar but seeing what has become has made me appreciate the complexity of the Rosary.


Once again, I'll tell you I'm not really use to the whole abstract art thing but Im sure that by the end of the semester I'll get the hang of it.