Design Principles: Final Compilation & Reflection
4.1.2022 - 25.2.2022 (Week 1 - Week 8)
Tan Yi-Tyng (0353327)
Bachelor
of Design (Hons) in Creative Media
Design Principles
Final
Compilation & Reflection
Index
Exercises
4.1.2022 - 21.1.2022 (Week 1- Week 3)
Exercise 1 ( Title: Girls help Girls )
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Fig.02 - Exercise 1 Final Outcome in PDF
Exercise 2 ( Title: Missing Parts )
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Fig.04 - Exercise 2 Final Outcome in PDF
Project 1: Self-Portrait
22.1.2022 - 30.1.2022 (Week 4)
Self-Portrait
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Fig.06 - Self-Portrait Final Outcome in PDF
Project 2: Sense Of Place
31.1.2022 - 11.2.2022 (Week 5 - Week 6)
Sense Of Place (Title: Sail Through Endless Skies)
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Fig.08 - Sense Of Place Final Outcome in PDF
Final Project: Visual Analysis
11.2.2022 - 25.2.2022 (Week 6 - Week 8)
Visual Analysis (Title: End of the Road )
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Fig.10 - Visual Analysis Final Outcome in PDF
Reflection
What have I learnt in this module?
For this Design Principles module, I got a deeper understanding of design
fundamentals and knowing how to apply those principles well to create a
good composition. I really appreciate how Dr Charles always shares his
design thinking and experience in the design process and the additional
record lecture explained by Dr JinChi. Even though I had self-learnt some
of the design principles before this module started, the gestalt theory is
one of the parts that impressed me as I didn't see it before, and I felt
surprised how design can be related to psychology. Besides, during the
consultation with Dr Charles for Project 2, I got the new cognitive of how
Dr Charles said that creating a design work is not apple to apple, design
is about interpretation, an artwork needs to have a story or a relation to
something. So, when it comes to the design process, I will always ask
myself, 'why did I choose this? 'what is the main focus you want your
viewer to see', 'what does this artwork relate to?'. This is how I started
to improve my design thinking and interpretation. Furthermore, looking
back on the compilation of all my artwork, I realize how I gradually know
how to visual analyze others' art pieces. I used to just look at the big
picture and only think they were beautiful. But, for now, when I find any
stunning artworks, I will observe and analyze them in detail. I tend to
think of how they match the colour, what principles are used in this
artwork, and what information the creator wants to bring out. Hence, this
even made me appreciate art when I always felt it so amazed and
interesting to see how they create their works.
What did I enjoy the most?
The moment that I feel very satisfied and happy when I look back on the
artworks that I have done, I feel very proud of myself that I could
actually complete them all in a short timeframe. I could also realize my
improvement from the first exercise to the final project. Moreover, I also
felt very enjoy when looking at my classmate's artwork. I even felt very
amazed at how they are so talented and creative when creating their
artwork. I have learned a lot from them by observing how they develop
their concept or theme in their works and their amazing drawing
technique.
What did I not enjoy the most?
To be honest, there were sometimes that I found myself struggling with the
design process. I'm a person who does things very slowly, and I would
always think too much. Sometimes I would also feel very overwhelmed and
stressed when the deadline is getting closer, but I am still stuck in the
stages of idea exploration and still can't figure out what I should do.
So, I always felt like I was rushing to complete the assignment. But still
have much appreciation for Dr Charles that he is very caring and
understanding. He knew that some of us were celebrating Chinese New Year
and also rushing for other module deadlines, so he decided to extend the
deadline for us to give us extra time to complete the assignment.
What have I learnt about myself through this module?
This module has given me many self-discovery opportunities as we were
encouraged to bring out the authenticity and essence of ourselves. When
doing the project, I came to realize that I don't actually know myself
that well. But now, I am probably getting to know myself more and my inner
voice in this module. Through this learning journey, I could also learn to
be more confident and open when it comes to creating a design as I have
come to fully understand and accept that there is no right and wrong in
design.
What has changed and what has not in my learning journey?
After learning this module, I'm grateful that I have changed the way and
the mindset when I look at an artwork. This module has definitely made me
learn to observe and analyze. Besides, I felt that I was getting more
confident with my artwork as I'm always doubting myself and worried that
I'm doing anything wrong or thinking that I'm not good enough. After the
first assessment, I was so surprised as the result was better than I
thought. This made me decide to reframe my thoughts and mindset. I'm
trying to build my confidence with openly and more optimistic by trying
everything with my best, and the main crucial thing is gaining experience.
Furthermore, I was also trying to step out of my comfort zone to try
different things that I'm not familiar with. I decided to attempt digital
drawing, although is a little bit difficult for me at first as I needed to
watch a lot of tutorials and practise to be familiar with digital drawing.
But it's worth it that I can take this opportunity to explore a variety of
brushes and create different types of effects and textures. In contrast,
what has not changed is I still can't manage well with my mental health.
It's still the same with my previous foundation year that I would always
feel overwhelmed with the deadline.
What could be improved in this module?
Learning through this module, I feel that I have so many things that
need to improve. Firstly, I will definitely want to learn to manage my
time and mental health well, as this is the main thing that has struggled
me during the semester. Secondly, I wish to improve my drawing
skills and technique. These are the things that I plan to do during my
semester break and prepare well for the next semester. Overall, I think
this module was fun and very helpful! I get to develop various drawing
styles and modes. I also feel grateful for everything in this class, the
good study atmosphere in class, helpful and tolerant lectures and friendly
classmates that made me enjoy this class throughout this semester.
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