Through user-testing and consultation with faculty it has been determined that the visual aesthetic of my final project and accompanying collateral will be a hybrid of traditional illustration and computer-generated design. In the midst of deciding how to present the final information, I was consistently advised to use my illustrative background as a way to display a unique outlook on information-based graphics. More in particular, the way I develop concept and ideas using sketchbooks.
Creating a system of communication using the language of my sketchbooks is the most unique way to create an authentic product in regards to the SSPP. Using elements such as hand-drawn typography, loose portraiture and overlapping layouts will be a reflection of how I process information and make design-based decisions.
The final product will not necessarily look like the pages of my sketchbook; however, there will be a similar mood and energy reflected. The final product will look more or less like an editorial illustration--finished with paint and computer manipulation. The size of the display panel will allow myself to work large and spend a large portion of time painting like a traditional illustrator. This may actually be the largest illustration that I've ever attempted and I think this is the perfect way to end my time at VIU.
I think conveying the information in an illustrated way will effectively give the project a more self-portrait feel. There are few things that are more self-portrait-ish than a sketchbook (even if you're just capturing that energy.) Good thinking. :)
ReplyDeleteI LOVE your drawing style. They overlapping of elements/contrast/and textures you are able to achieve with traditional tools is fantastic and refreshing.
ReplyDeleteIt looks awesome!
Cool. Can't wait to see how you blend illustration and information. I'm having a hard time picturing it but I think that your purpose is clear and your reasoning sound. I appreciate the honest approach of truly looking deeper into self, habit, and motivation. he summary of your intention is definitely helpful.
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Jeff
The determination and dedication to the tracking of your life for this project is impressive just by itself. As I know a little bit about you "not a ton" I am biased to how I perceive your work because I know its who you are but I am really digging your treatment of it so far.
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Hey Greg,
ReplyDeleteThat sounds like an incredibly difficult feat to accomplish, but with your illustration skills I think this will look pretty amazing. It truly will be a"reflection of how [you] process information and make design-based decisions." Do you have any ideas about the kind of post-production techniques you're going to employ?
I'm excited to see the end result,
-Shaun
Damn man! Your illustration style is amazing! this is a Big project, but I can see the importance of it, since so much of our future careers rely on our ability to understand and market ourselves!
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