I thought I would outline the creative process when creating this painting as it highlights some of my methods.
- I wanted to expand my graffiti practice so instead of just writing my name I looked into typography and thought to practice all the letters of the alphabet. My first was ABCD and then I recited the alphabet until I found some letters that had a nice mnemonic device. I decided upon LMNOP
- After a couple of sketches I thought shorter would be better.
- Back to research, looking more at I Love Typography and read articles about some font developers and what makes an easily readable font. IN this process I also seized on some color words..
- Adjusted the design to just LMN because it fits better on the paper.
- I drew each letter in a box, actually I drew the box first.
- Looked at the underdrawing on the paper and thought it was too simplistic. so I reflected back and reviewed some sketch books to add to the design.
- Began painting and in the process and reviewed the color wheel during the process. Added the little circles and octopus later during work.
- Reviewed the final painting and decided I like the design but it's too small, it needs to be wall sized.
