PART 1 - Development Of Creative Thought And Structure In Illustration And Graphic Art

Key principles

Overcoming Mindset
Getting Rid Of Assumption


Development Of Creative Thought And Structure In Illustration And Graphic Art

I have found that over the years, as I have learnt how to be freely creative, I open myself up to being able to learn new skills everywhere; through education, observation and training I can begin to develop my abilities until I am satisfied with my personal style. However, staying creative means being able to constantly think of new ideas that aim to be original, unique, eye catching.

Overcoming Mindset

THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX...

Not all people have the ability to think freely, I sometimes find myself doubting my own abilities and keeping my ideas under developed, when I should be exploring every possible option when considering an idea. Being able to think freely and overcome a difficult mindset allows the designer to insert an element of surprise or something unusual into your work, something to make it appeal to the customer. Sometimes breaking the rules makes room for a phenomenal work of art.

Overcoming Mindset - 3 step rule

- Think about rules you would like to break.

-Find ways to challenge or change the rules.

-Be playful/ free yourself from conventions and preconceptions.

Visual metaphors

'French Aids Campaign'






Above I have inserted two images I found online from a French STI awareness campaign. The images are very provocative and quite disturbing but would definitely capture the viewer's attention pretty quickly.
In the images shown, the metaphor is simple:
Unprotected Sex is 'like' being in bed with a venomous arachnid. Scary, shocking and Disgusting but Effective. It is the emotional hook that people will grab onto and connect with.


Getting Rid Of Assumption

I find that the final piece is always excellent if you choose to approach a problem with an open mind, and experimenting with different ideas, exploring the best way to showcase your findings. I believe that the best way to generate ideas is by creating an initial brainstorm/ mind map or simply creating 'doodles' on a blank piece of paper, I have inserted an image I found of this type of 'doodling' below.








Si Scott






Si Scott is an artist who has inspired me for years, recently I have become almost obsessed with typography and I am always trying to recreate Scott's pieces. His attention to detail and steady hand amazes me because Si Scott is such an influential and well known artist but he prefers to works using only pencil and fine liners and then simply touching up his work on the computer.

I feel most comfortable drawing by hand, I think that I find computer software quite daunting and scary, so the fact that such a talented artist like Scott is comfortable sticking to the techniques he knows best, inspires me to work to improve my drawing abilities and personal style.

Si Scott's work is always very unique and eye catching, many people love the fact that you never know what to expect with his designs. They are so detailed yet so delicate and amazing.