Wednesday 22 June 2011

I've Got A Feeling

In this exercise two colours had to be combined to illustrate 20 concepts/emotions. Getting the balance right took much longer, and more reflection than I'd expected. I enjoyed exploring the conceptions and emotions through colour and was keen to get combinations than reflected how I actually felt about them rather than initial responses that were based on other people's responses.

Angry

Brave

Creative

Dangerous


Energetic

Extra-Special

Familiar

Gregarious

Hopeful


Independent

Jumpy

Kinetic

Luxurious

Masculine

New

Open


Precious



Quiet
 
Reasonable


Sociable

 
Tasteful

Unhappy

Vital

Wonderful

Youthful

Zany



Monday 20 June 2011

The Inner Light

Using only the picture of a light bulb, the text "light bulb" and a block of yellow colour I was surprised how enjoyable this exercise was, and how diverse the images were. Creating a feeling of space, depth and contrast seemed to be the key. I've edited my efforts down to twenty that I think represent the range of approaches.


  















Sunday 12 June 2011

Only A Northern Song

My wife plays in the local brass band and I was asked to design a poster advertising their services. It was great to be able to design something knowing it would be seen locally. It was also good to be able to draw on the knowledge I have acquired so far.