project 1 stamp
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I constructed my stamp by creating a thin handle and making the top of it flat. I decided to carve it inwards instead of outwards so my piece would have a circular stamp. My stamp is a question mark and exclamation point, which combine together to make the perfect punctuation. I use it quite often and I believe it explains a lot about me so it is a good tag.
I originally wanted to make a snail stamp but wanted to keep it small and thin. Snails are my favorite thing to draw so it just made sense to me. Because of its size it was difficult to keep my lines thin and deep enough with something that complex. That is why I chose a simpler symbol. Next time I will use a different tool.
UNIT 1
project 2 - face
Description:
Creating this face was a good learning experience. I started with an oval-shaped piece of clay for the face. Then I created a nose and molded it into the base. I ensured a nose bridge because I wanted it to be realistic-looking. I carved out holes for the nostrils and made sure they weren't too circular. This was uncompleted but I practiced the lips as well.
Reflection:
If I were to do this again, I would spend more time on the eyes. I wanted to try and work with the pupils but I was a bit intimidating and didn't work out. I think this would be a fun project to do again and actually create a face that is significant to me.
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project 3 - underglaze slab
Description:
Making this piece, I really enjoyed painting with the underglaze. I created a very angular circle out of a slap, thin enough to be a coaster which was its initial purpose. With underglaze, I painted on ladybugs and hearts. I chose ladybugs because I draw them often and it fit the aesthetic for the coaster. Light and sweet.
Reflection:
This project gave me a lot of reflection and I learned a lot from it. I learned that you need very many coats, and not to layer them on top. The black dots that I put over the red didn't stay put and blurred a bit. Next time I would paint one thing at a time, and use a smaller paintbrush for more a more defined piece.
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