My practice is extremely process driven, with a drive to create 'finished' outcomes. The main strengths of my practice are select flat colour combinations, the use of pattern, and composition, and I struggle with more instinctive, figurative work. My work tends to focus solely on natural forms, and I often shy away from drawing manmade items. I can become fairly stressed when I present simpler processes and thoughts, and as a result my practice often relies on 'safe' tried processes, such as texture and traditional print.
As a result of this, I wanted to create a piece which isn't refined, I will set myself some rules and just submit what I make:
-No rubbers
-Don't consider colours too much
-Draw figuratively
-Draw man made
-Don't revise
-Draw scenes
I made this as a result, which I'm fairly happy with considering it's so far removed from what I'm comfortable with.
What I learnt:
- To not worry about the 'finished' outcome all the time
- To enjoy playing and experimenting within the 'safe' space of my sketchbook
- The importance and freedom of drawing quickly and intuitively
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