Ideas Inspired by Prints and Kristina's Feedback

In my independent study with Chinn, I was looking into creating patterns in shapes of domestic objects.  I made films in six different domestic wallpaper patterns. Each of them represents some type of forms reminding the viewers of a specific environment. Through the process of printing, I wanted to play with the idea of dramatic negative space. I was lucky enough to receive the oversized papers from Catherine and Chinn. However, after printing on several of them, I decided to take a break on the big paper until I have concrete ideas of using the dramatic negative space. From the discussion with Chinn, we also came up with new experimenting of drawing on the oversized paper with patterns printed on the corner. For the next week, my goal is to go free with drawing and experimenting on the paper. No more planning with visually appealing images just to see how far I could go with the idea. I am excited to see what new ideas would come after the chaotic experiments.

From the visit of Kristina Arnold last week, it was really helpful to hear her ideas because they are also inspired by her domestic surroundings. It was interesting to see her different approach. One thing I found especially inspiring was her idea of creating "internal logic." She was building a world of hers through visual art. Moreover, she brought up a concept that we all understand but not constantly aware of: using the light as a layer of your artwork. Her lecture was very useful because she was honest about the high and down of being an artist. From her critique of my work, she told me that she knew I have ideas for the next 16 years, which is a really good thing. She would like to see me just keep doing things and writing down different approaches. She was also telling me that any practice will help me find a space for installation in the future. She also brought up a new approach that I haven't thought before: using ceramics to build the domestic patterns in 3-D.