Feedback and Reflection
I’m feeling pleased with the feedback that I have received from my tutor. It was really helpful to sit and discuss all the aspects that I have done well in, and the ones that need improvement or medicating. It was really encouraging to see that I am making improvement, and to have this recognised by someone other than myself.
I’m branching out a lot in the use of sketchbook and the experimentation process, which is extremely handy in the creation of my work. These small exercises and tasks may not seem important, but they really are. With the experimentation of material and technique I am able to narrow down my options and make a conscious choice on what would be best and how to effectively apply it to my work.
I’ve been experimenting with colour a lot in part 2 and my tutor advised me that I am doing well in my coloured exercises, and to keep at this.
One thing that did pop up a few times in our discussion was my reliance on outlining. I have a habit of outlining the items and focuses of my drawings and then working within those lines, however, I had recently recognised that strong outlines was flattening my drawings and taking much of the realism away. My tutor advised me that whilst it is good to map out my drawings with a pencil, I shouldn’t rely on the outlines that I am creating and I should be using tones to build upon a piece, working the tones and colours towards the edges of items, rather than relying on the outlines that I have created.
We’ve both been able to see that my ellipses are improving hugely, however, have agreed that I should continue practice on these areas. The stronger the ellipse, the stronger the object!
I’ve picked up a lot of tips and ways in which I can improve my work from the advice that I’ve received from my tutor, and I’m feeling really eager to continue and see where my drawing journey takes me.
Jesy Gilkes 