Final Animation

This is my final animation for the Architecture in Motion workshop:

In my video I was looking at reality and imagination, and the way in which spaces can lead to the imagination transforming the space. I tried to have the imaginary places resemble aspects of the Red Centre, such as the tree and the pillars, and the level 6 section and a cliff edge.

Fluid Thoughts to Actions

The second workshop which I did, was Fluid Thoughts to Actions. This required us to use different techniques such as blind contour drawings, moving positions during the process and penetration of objects to convey a particular area, object or space. We mainly used charcoal and black ink, which I found interesting as I haven't worked with these mediums very often. Each week we completed 2 or 3 drawings, and at the end, created a portfolio from these works. I found this workshop the most enjoyable, as I found it quite relaxing to do the drawings/paintings, though I was still challenged by using unfamiliar mediums. Here are photos from my final portfolio:

Week 4 Model and Reflection

Week 4:

The final week of the model-making workshop required us to make a model from balsa wood, based on the word 'Freedom'. We also had to make a collage which accompanied the model and showed some techniques we were planning to use.

I took the word freedom to represent growth and natural, organic, fluid forms. I decided on one section which resembled a flower bud, though was still an open space to create an 'airyness' and sense of freedom, while the other section moves upwards, representing the growth. The holes are used to resemble seeds, and also create interesting shadows on the base.

Week 3 Model

For week 3, we were required to document a space in the city and create a montage. I chose the water feature at Darling Harbour. We then had to make a model which related to aspects of our chosen site, and were able to use any materials we wished, though we had to say within the extruded A3 size limit.

The montage I created was quite simple, but I found it to be an effective way of expressing my idea. I used all black and white photos to ensure that i didn't distract from the actual forms. I was interested in the way in which all the curves of the water feature were created from geometric shapes and straight lines. I tried to illustrate that within my montage, creating the circular movement from simple rectangular photos and sketches. I attempted to follow this thought with my model, creating a spiral and a curved woven part from rectangular strips. I don't think, however, that it was as successful as it could have been.