Olivia Young

Through this task I explored how pattern is within everything around us. Specifically, when travelling through London I found patterns within buildings, objects, people and nature- all of which I wanted to explore further through this task.

I used mixed media to explore pattern. Inspired by my surroundings I experimented with texture to highlight pattern. Through exploring pattern, I found rubbish around me, that contained both pattern and texture. I found that this effectively communicated this. I found that working on small drawings allowed me to add detail however I found that through high detail you can loose the simplicity of a pattern.

Overall, I found this task effective in my learning of pattern. Through experimentation I was also drawn to what could come of a textile piece inspired by pattern and texture- this is possibly something I would explore more through my work.

Throughout this task I was able to explore my surroundings. Being new to London I found this gave me a new freedom to my work. Many of the things I saw inspired me in exploring colour.

Through experimentation of mixed media, I have explored a wide range of drawing tools such as; pastels, acrylic paint, paper, palette knife and mark making. Through this I recognised how I enjoyed creating textures that I see in a more loose and abstract way. I also enjoyed looking at the realism of my sketches and balancing them out with an abstract application of colour. I found that through both the application and use of colour I could capture my surroundings freely.

Overall, I found this task a key starting point in building my knowledge on use of colour and a good base on learning how the application of colour affects your work.