More prints
Thursday, October 31, 2013
Wednesday, October 30, 2013
Concept "Map" for Research/Methods Class
INITIAL TOPIC: Student-driven learning in a STE(A)M-based
Design-Build Classroom
• Wondering 1: Why is STEM important and why were
the Arts (and other subjects) left out? What is a STEM school really?
• Wondering 2: What is the process for
curriculums adoption/implementation by school districts? Why is a one-sized
fits all strategy our typical course of action?
• Wondering 3: What are the benefits of
student-driven learning and can these be compounded through a hands-on studio
experience involving STEAM components? Could cross grade collaboration help maintain
independence and structure?
Thursday, October 24, 2013
Little Fingers - Printmaking Idea w/ LEGO
Take some LEGO. Take some paint. Dip LEGO in paint. Stamp on paper.....I think the kids will enjoy this!
Wednesday, October 23, 2013
Self-Tips: Starting Methods of Research for Capstone
I do quite a bit of research or "due diligence" work on construction projects in the pre-design phase. Usually on building code and master planning/zoning and other entitlement documents. What I've found found to be helpful is to be mindful not so much of what the document says as much as what is doesn't say. The ability to find theexceptions or the negotiable aspects of a particular issue. Interpretations.
I also call up other architects and ask how they handled a similar, if not the same, issue - often the most efficient way to get information is to ask a question. Like Bob said in our summer printmaking studio, don't be afraid. Most actually like being asked about their work - it's not a sign of ignorance, it's more a sign that you don't have time to reinvent the wheel and respect what they did. Remember what Carl Sagan said, "If you wish to make an apple pie from scratch, you must first invent the universe." - the futility of it.
Once in awhile I'm faced with a public review and comment period and have to field questions from folks who are pretty darn passionate about they way they feel - prior to these meetings I try and get a handle on what the opposition position is so I don't get stuck like a "deer in the headlights" - to translate that to this class, I mean following the trail of the opposition may lead you to a place that strengthens your own argument or at least provides some clues.
I also call up other architects and ask how they handled a similar, if not the same, issue - often the most efficient way to get information is to ask a question. Like Bob said in our summer printmaking studio, don't be afraid. Most actually like being asked about their work - it's not a sign of ignorance, it's more a sign that you don't have time to reinvent the wheel and respect what they did. Remember what Carl Sagan said, "If you wish to make an apple pie from scratch, you must first invent the universe." - the futility of it.
Once in awhile I'm faced with a public review and comment period and have to field questions from folks who are pretty darn passionate about they way they feel - prior to these meetings I try and get a handle on what the opposition position is so I don't get stuck like a "deer in the headlights" - to translate that to this class, I mean following the trail of the opposition may lead you to a place that strengthens your own argument or at least provides some clues.
Tuesday, October 15, 2013
Printmaking with Morgen
I had Mojo (Morgen Joseph = MoJo) run the brayers over a PVC plate as he felt inclined. He then used a couple golf tees to draw a LEGO brick - then put down some paper and used brayers for the transfer - pulled the print and then did the dance of joy!
Saturday, October 12, 2013
Personal Art Development - SNEAK PEEK! OMG...
Well, the hits jumped last night to catch a look at my Infographic progress. So I'm guessing I'll get a few hits tonight on this - we'll see.
That little "lazy" voice in my head tells me to just slap together a Word doc with my analysis and toss in a few pic of my artwork. But. I. Can't. No matter what the assignment, I want to go for something I can look back on, rediscover or otherwise be proud to show even in many years from now when I am more experienced and hopefully more skilled. It's not that other work would be "bad" but I want to make something that others would enjoy seeing, reading - experiencing. MAKE IT AN EVENT, NOT AN OBJECT. Anyway, here it is - a couple pages anyway - BIG propts to Adobe InDesign - I started using this program a couple years ago and hated it. Now I know the power and ease of it.
That little "lazy" voice in my head tells me to just slap together a Word doc with my analysis and toss in a few pic of my artwork. But. I. Can't. No matter what the assignment, I want to go for something I can look back on, rediscover or otherwise be proud to show even in many years from now when I am more experienced and hopefully more skilled. It's not that other work would be "bad" but I want to make something that others would enjoy seeing, reading - experiencing. MAKE IT AN EVENT, NOT AN OBJECT. Anyway, here it is - a couple pages anyway - BIG propts to Adobe InDesign - I started using this program a couple years ago and hated it. Now I know the power and ease of it.
Facebook Voyeurism
Well, if you want people to see your blog, post it to Facebook. I get a hand full of hits per day. I posted , a, post, to FB yesterday and have had over 100 hits in the last 24 hours. Thank you! Everyone is a voyeur.
Friday, October 11, 2013
Infographic Progress - AKA I Can Turn Anything Into a Studio Project....ugh.
My concept is to "itemize" the elemental or molecular stages of Art Education. They then flow and morph into a child doing a summersault in pure joy of their creative self-expression. Thanks to the digital media gods - AKA Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop... and a special shout to 3D graphics program Revit - These are all simple shapes repeated, scaled and with color shifts. I think it's looking good so far - running out of time quickly. Also concerned with how the text or "info" of the graphic will gel.
Tuesday, October 8, 2013
1st Grader Printmaking - FOLLOW UP #1
It. Was. Awesome.
I had the students just splash some watercolor paint on a 6"x 6" PVC plate. I need to pop the darker colors out of the palettes (side note) - I didn't tell them what it was for or give them any prompts. Some tried to paint a picture, some went all in and splashed color everywhere. We did this exercise last thing on a Friday so they could leave the plate to dry over the weekend.
The next class we pulled the prints. They all had to crank the press themselves and we we pulled the print off the plate the color explosion was magical. I think they enjoyed it and I could really see the wheels turning in their eyes. I plan on repeating this lesson a few more times through the year and see if they can apply what they have learned.
One example:
(I will post more once they are off the display wall and digitally archived)
I had the students just splash some watercolor paint on a 6"x 6" PVC plate. I need to pop the darker colors out of the palettes (side note) - I didn't tell them what it was for or give them any prompts. Some tried to paint a picture, some went all in and splashed color everywhere. We did this exercise last thing on a Friday so they could leave the plate to dry over the weekend.
The next class we pulled the prints. They all had to crank the press themselves and we we pulled the print off the plate the color explosion was magical. I think they enjoyed it and I could really see the wheels turning in their eyes. I plan on repeating this lesson a few more times through the year and see if they can apply what they have learned.
One example:
(I will post more once they are off the display wall and digitally archived)
Halloween Costuming in Children's Art as Creative Self-Expression
Viewing and interpreting children’s Halloween art, specifically that of costumes or paintings of them, allows us to see to another level of their creative self-expression. It also allows us to see some of the extended self of the parents, as most parents see their children as a reflection of themselves.
More Printmaking - My Personal Artistic Development
I'm doing more prints. Watercolor Monotypes. Deal with it. You can see them over at my website http://www.brooksmojo.com/#!printmaking/covs
Thursday, October 3, 2013
1st Grader Printmaking Prep
I'm making prints with 1st graders tomorrow. Watercolor monotypes. we made the plates last week and will run the prints tomorrow on a small student grade press. SWEET! It's so amazing to pull a print. I ran some tests tonight to make sure everything is in working order. Here are some samples. I will post in-class pics later this weekend.
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