Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Process


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.

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