My project idea is about fast-food marketing and advertising. I wanted to explore the ways and strategies that fast-food chains such as McDonalds use to persuade people into consuming their unhealthy products such as the use of bold and vibrant colours, persuasive slogans, and commercial advertisement. Through my project I wanted people to realise that they are slowly jeopardising their health by consuming such meals
In this project I explored what it is like living on the everchanging coasts of Britain and how people have adapted over the years. I wanted to investigate how the characteristics of coasts around the UK have been shaped by their history and how these traditional aspects of coastal living have been sustained throughout centuries of change.
I am going to reflect on how much technology has really shaped the way of life and whether traditional aspects are still essential in keeping the atmosphere of coastal towns. The main materials that I have used in my project are oil paints and wax crayons, this decision was informed by looking at how materials and traditions have remained through thousands of years in coastal living, these materials reflect the hard-wearing nature of the coast.
Wax and oil are water resistant which reflects the strength and reliability of boats and other materials that are vital in the running of coastal towns. The hard work of people and the equipment is what keeps the traditions alive.
My project focuses on architecture specifically different types of columns. I wanted to show the differences between each style and the buildings that these can be found on. I did this through experiments both by hand and digitally.
My project explores the idea of decay, more specifically how an aesthetic of decay and deterioration can be achieved through different kinds of media and techniques. I also explored decay in its many forms; mouldy fruit and vegetables to dried out flowers and leaves. From the beginning to end, the project developed from simply using charcoal, all the way to printing etching plates and using water colour paint on top of tracing paper.
The British Art Show is a landmark touring exhibition that celebrates the vitality of recent art made in Britain. Organised every five years by Hayward Gallery Touring the exhibition brings the work of artists defining new directions in contemporary art to four cities across the UK.
British Art Show 9 was developed at a precarious moment in Britain’s history that has brought politics of identity and nation, concerns of social, racial and environmental justice, and questions of agency to the centre of public consciousness. The artists presented in the exhibition respond in critical ways to this complex context; imagining more hopeful futures and exploring new modes of resistance.
BAS9 is curated by Irene Aristizábal and Hammad Nasar, and presented in collaboration with the cities of Aberdeen, Wolverhampton, Manchester and Plymouth.
We applied to work with an artist as part of the British artshow 9 opportunities available to local schools and colleges. We were one of 5 that worked with the multimedia artist Sophie Huckfield. Our brief was to create a story around the word ‘work’. The students investigated the word and what it meant to them. There were discussions on paid work, volunteer work and work that we do for a family member because we care. From this the students created the ‘tree of care’
The animation production course is now in its second year. Students have been engaged in the production of animations for The Black Country Living Museum Halloween event, Music Video, TV Idents, Concept Art for Computer Games, Graphic Narrative Production and Final Independent project where students research, design and produce animations based on their own style and techniques.
Students began their studies exploring the 12 Principles of animation which underpin the key creation of movement. This year has seen the students produce excellent 2D animations using hand drawn content, digital illustration and vector/asset-based techniques.
The standard of work has been excellent with most students working at a standard equivalent to year 1 degree level study.
This project is inspired by a desire to document many portraits from various contexts, environments and settings, including organised photoshoots of drag queens, peer group and family. This body of work allows me to develop specific techniques on location and within the studio, advancing skills, confidence and ability.
Artists that have informed the work so far include, Alec Soth, Michela Riva, Andre Nygune, Richard Billingham, Mona Strieder and Andri Laukas. My portraits are going to be inspired by Michela Riva and Mona Strieder. The reason I have chosen these two artists is because I like how they use different angels for their portraits. They also incorporate nature as their preferred locations and I find it interesting how the final results emphasis each model, within the location.
The techniques that I have used for this project include managing lighting, positioning, location and post production editing. The camera is generally held in the portrait format as opposed to the landscape format. I have also explored the effects of colour, black and white and different gels to generate images. Summarise the whole project and talk about the final images…how these link to the theme and why, in your opinion they are successful?
The project is centred on capturing portraits from a range of characters, trying to present their style, their personality and their true selves. The images have been selected based on their ability to best communicate the true nature of the subject, revealing something new.
Watch this Showcase Video of The Diversity Project
Our recent Diversity project sought to celebrate diversity and inclusion, whilst raising awareness and challenging prejudice. Next year’s Diversity project will be judged by The Photography Show, Europe’s leading imaging trade show.
