1st Assignment
I am required to write a 600-800 word essay about either the difference in traditional houses, leisure time or how to sketch. I chose to write how to sketch.
REFLECTION
Through this assignment, I have learnt to express myself differently, through writing and by using a variety of words to explain the topics though there is much to improve on, in terms of grammar. I have also learnt the techniques of writing a clear essay by using topic sentences, thesis statements and supporting sentences. When compared to the form 5 level of writing, this method is much more systematic and reliable.
Discipline specific knowledge Thinking and problem solving skills
PRE-WRITING
Research
· - brainstorm for ideas
· - read or look for materials from books or online resources
· -select a theme/ decide on what to draw
Selection of materials
· -pencil and charcoal can be used to cast shadows
· -pen and 6B pencil to add fine details
· -selection of colours- colour pencil or paint
Produce the final product
· -practice hand movements- draw circles
· -use fast and light strokes with loose hand
· -put away all distractions(hand phones, television, computer)
· -capture the details in the background
How to produce a
fine sketch
Nowadays, I
have been hearing many people asking how to make their drawings more lively be
it in university and even on the social networks such as 'Facebook' and
'YouTube'. I was also interested in finding out the answer. Hence, I sought to
find the answer to relieve my curious side. After quite a lot of research, I
came to conclude that there are three simple steps to produce a realistic
sketch.
Before
starting with a pencil and a piece of paper, you should always have head
knowledge on which materials or instruments to use. You should do a bit of
research whether it may be from books, online resources or maybe even friendly
advice. What materials used can also be dependent on the theme of your drawing
such as self portrait, landscapes, scenery, comic style, etc. When buying
supplies, please make sure the source can be trusted because it would be
annoying when your paper keeps tearing or pencils keep breaking. The best would
be to get your stationary from well known franchise such as 'Popular' or 'MPH'
bookstores. Later, you might want to research or brainstorm on what you want to
draw. I would suggest something that you really like, because if it were
something you didn't admire, you wouldn't have the motivation to carry on with
the drawing.
The second
part of preparation is to know what materials to use when drawing. As I had
said before, your selection of materials should always depend on what you plan
to draw. For example, if you would like to do a lot of shading, you should most
probably use charcoal and pencils to cast shadows and create a 3-dimensional
effect. However when drawing comics, you should use a 6B pencil and pen for the
outline or as an alternative, you can use a computer to draw which is much more
convenient as you don't have to waste precious time to erase mistakes but just
by a click of 'undo', the problem is solved. Next would be to select what
colours to use. What colours you use is very important as it affects the mood
of the picture. For example, if you put dark colours, the picture will be more
gloomy and dull and if you put bright colours, the picture will appear more
happy and lively. A balance of both types of colours will do just fine.
The third
part of the preparation is to warm up hand movements. To improve sketching
abilities, many professionals like to practice hand movements like drawing
circles and squares just to loosen the hands. When drawing, use fast and light
strokes with loose hands so that your hands don't wobble along the way. After drawing
the main object, make sure you also capture the details in the background as
best as possible. I had made that mistake of not polishing up the background
and trust me, it makes the picture look very 2-dimensional. When drawing you
would want to be fully focused on visualizing the picture, so you should stay
away from all potential distractions like hand phones, computer, television and
possibly friends. In short, you should forget time itself and just concentrate
on the drawing.
These are
the steps to producing a fine sketch, research and brainstorm, selection of
materials and produce the final product. These steps definitely worked for me
however this may not apply to everyone but I hope that this will inspire and
motivate you to continue to drawing. Drawing not only give you satisfaction,
but also relieves stress when you start to visualize a perfect fantasy world
and put it on paper.
2nd assignment
We are to form a group of 4 or 5 and present a speech on a famous artist or architect, i which my case is Pablo Picasso. Each member is required to talk for not less than 4 minutes.
Reflection
Through the assignment on public speaking, I've learnt to communicate information to the audiences more effectively through speech. Although I'm still getting the hang of it, I'm sure I will master the art of speech in due time. I have also learnt to do research more effectively on certain topics, to pinpoint the important key facts. Overall, I've learnt to appreciate the english language, knowing that many people do not have the privilege of coming from an english-speaking background. Lastly, I have learnt to manage my time amongst all the projects and assignments of different subjects.
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