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Locating Evaluation

This unit contained two separate parts, the first part was the I-DOTT live brief. This I found intriguing and exciting as I have never been set the task of a live brief before. To begin with my initial action was to as usual research into the theme of geometric design. I explored the many different ways of presenting a geometric pattern, it’s origins and modern form. I enjoyed researching the work of Escher and his diminishing tessellations. This art form is shapes closely fitted together in a repeated pattern without gaps or overlapping. Looking at my collection of designs I can see the origins of geometric design within my work. A good example of this is the sample below. This design is created using a motif from my drawings then formed into a digital print. Inspiration was definitely taken from a photograph in my visual research area. 







Echer's geometric art work was made up of more intricate designs. I found his designs of bright bold prints such as the one below really interesting and detailed and although I didn't produce any designs similar to this I do like the use of his bold colours. 



The second part of the unit involved a self initiated brief, requiring me to complete a learning agreement, adhering to time management, intentions and final collection. This agreement did help structure the second part of the unit, keeping me on track to complete the task. 




I decided for this brief to use the theme of architecture to inspire my designs. Using this as a focus point, I concentrated on the shadowing and the different tones of colouring and how this can visually make a 2D image look 3D. 


During my journey with both briefs I have found time management important as I needed to find a balance between both units. It was critical that I kept to my time schedule for the first half so I was able to give full attention to the second half when it was introduced. I feel my self directed brief could of had more potential with more time given. I wanted to experiment more to find the best achieved outcome, but felt pushed for time at the end. When printing my final collections in the university library I had problems with the printer. Some of my designs were printed with distorted and colour inaccuracies. 

In conclusion I have found this unit on the whole enjoyable but difficult at times. A selection of my collection I am pleased with, although I feel there are areas for improvement. One area I was satisfied with was my colour schemes. The bright vivid colours in both units complimented the prints and were relevant to my target audience. 









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