Project 2 : NATURAL & MAN-MADE STRUCTURES

Hello!

Before I start my project 2, I need to tour myself around the campus with my DSLR camera.

It was quite exciting because I get to explore more compunds.

*Whisper: I'm very lazy to walk around during normal days.*

For this project, it is divided into 2 sections as well ;

Project 2a: Natural structure

Project 2b: Man-made structure

Through this project, we are able :

• To enhance students’ understanding of  basic elements and principles of design through observation of existing natural and man-made structures.
•  To enhance students’ creativity in presenting their ideas selectively and graphically.
•  To nourish students’ skills in creative thinking, observation, sketching, rendering, colouring, writing description and composing graphical images.

Project 2a: 

 B&W Image for the plant that I found in front of my dormitory.

The reason I choose this because I really fancy the beautiful structure on the leaf.

This kind of structure can also be applied on the buildings deign.

By this, I realize human often inspired by the structure of the plants to design things in life.

For example,

the Dynamic Tower by David Fisher which can produce energy by itself.

Just like leaf, it too can produce energy by itself through photosynthesis.

Just in case you can't see clearly ..

So this is the end product:

I have used tonel, scumble, hatching, cross-hatching and dots to produce this sketch.

Next,

Project 2b: Man-Made Structure:

I choose the sky bridge that connects my hostel compound with the main campus.

The reason I picked it to draw because I like the function of the bridge- to connect 2 different places together.

Besides, the rhythm of the structure is harmony.

 The B&W picture:

The end product:

Eq used : water color.

That's all for today.

Till then!

See you soon k ^^

Project 1

Hi there!

I am finally back.

Sorry for the late updates as I was quite occupied with the current assignments. :(

In the previous post,I've reviewed parts of my first project.

So here's the details about Project 1 - Me, Myself and I.

It's a project to describe ourself though the 2 topics given:

                                                                                         Project 1a: Stewardship
                                                                                         Project 1b: Personal Logo
The objective of the project is :

•  To stimulate students’ appreciation of beauty and aesthetics through an observation of themselves as the best of all creations (‘sebaik-baik kejadian’).
• To encourage students to rediscover their true selves and be able to represent themselves graphically using basic design elements like lines, shapes, forms and colours.To introduce students with basic sketching & drawing techniques, lettering, writing description and composing graphical images.
• To introduce students with the importance and responsibilities of every actor in built environment

At the same time, we are able to practice SKETCHING, COLOURING, WRITING IN ARCHITECTURE FORM(description)(THIS IS THE HARDEST PART), GRAPHIC DESIGN.

Project 1a:

Process:

To create more even effect, I've use tissue to paper to scrub the surface of the pencil shading area.

To have a better and more detail lighting effect, use art eraser.

It can remove the pencil shading according to the size you want as the eraser is very soft,it forms whatever shape you like.

Fyi, mine's from Faber-Castell.

Why does architecture writing so hard?

Because the writing has to be uniform yet cartoon-alike.

Since my writing is so horrible, I've decided to kick-start with pencil before using the Ecco Pigment Pen.

This was really time consuming.

Then

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TA-DAA!

End Product:

 A closer look for my portrait...

This is my very first time sketching portrait with pencils.

I know it's not so good and I need more practice.><

 Project 2b: Personal Logo

Descriptions:

For this section, I choose butterfly as my personal logo because it symbolised mighty and great changes in life.

As everyone knows, before butterfly unfurl itself into glory,

 it was hated by human for destroying the leaf of the plants.

Therefore,I want to apply the life phase of a butterfly onto my life.

You can also find my name initials on the wing of the butterfly.

Top left : M = Mandy

Bottom left: O = Oh

Top right: J =Jinyi

Middle : Y =YI

Process : 

 After drawing the outline of my logo, I used color pencil to color it.

I choose green to show my love for nature, a security for wealth and a hope to improve my poor eye sight.

Then I used tissue paper to make the color surface even.

End product :

Till then.

Bye!:)

Greetings!

Hi there!
First of all, thank you for visiting my blog.
Basically everything here is about my studio assignment and yeah, that's why it's born!
However I really enjoy blogging as I used to be quite an avid blogger (Back to 3/4 years ago?:p)
If you're interested , you may click here to have a closer a look about my past.

"Life can only be learnt backwards but it must always move forward."

Therefore, do stay tuned for more updates about my assignments yeah.

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I promise I will make it as interesting as possible.

It is a new life here and I know it will be a fun and exciting one.
I am very delighted and honored to be chosen for Architecture course by USM-
which is the first university in the country to be selected by the Malaysian government to participate in the Accelerated Programme for Excellence (APEX), a fast-track programme that helps tertiary institutions achieve world-class status.

Besides, with its strategic location, it is a very conducive place to learn. 
It is known as 'University in the Garden.' 
Frankly, I do confused sometimes if I were in a jungle while walking halfway to my faculty.
As it's surrounded by huge trees. the air is fresh and it's very cozy. 
Morever, there are a lot of shop lots within the walking distance from the university. 
Therefore I can say that it's pretty convenient for the students.

It has been my second weeks here and I've received quite a number of assignments already. Schedule is quite hectic so sadly, I can only show you one picture of my working process.

                            



This project is called Stewardship.We need to sketch our own self-portrait with pencil along with the descriptions about my personal background, how I see myself in 5 years later and as an architect, how can he/she contributes for the better ment of the built environment.

What I learnt from the class and from the project is that as an professional like architect need to have perfect and tidy hand writing.
This is because a good hand writing secures a good result of the project as your plan need to be read and passed down by many professions who are involved in the process of housing, building and planning.

If you are interested at learning it, you may proceed here. 
This is a very useful tutorial.

Till then.

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