Final 3D model compositions and Exhibition

The Creative Drawing & 3D Design journey is unfortunately coming to an end.  It has been an amazing session and I couldn't be prouder of all the students.  They showed dedication, they worked systematically and they were always eager to learn new techniques and explore new creative possibilities.  For their final task they had to create a synthesis of their 3D models and complete observational drawing.  These volumetric studies summarized the students' final outcomes.  Their impressive exhibition proves to be a culmination of all the creative knowledge gained during the intensive three weeks. Have a look at their impressive work!

Paper folding techniques

Score
Crease 
Cut
Fold

All of the above are key words when referring to paper modeling.  Students were introduced to a number of paper folding techniques during an intensive workshop.  They learned to manipulate paper and completely alter its form using a variety of methods.  The results were impressive, take a look at what the 3D design team achieved! 

Plaster workshop

The Creative Drawing & 3D Design students started experimenting with plaster today!  After a workshop on mold making, where the students explored a number of forms inspired by their projects, they learned how to mix, cast and pour plaster.   Having studied the material’s properties and learning about its versatile nature they were able to produce inspirational results! 

Well done 3D Design team!!

collage techniques

Using images from their initial investigations students began constructing collages that emphasized the elements or element from their investigation that they find most interesting.  They focused on level changes, stairs, openings, canopies, arcades, ground materials etc.  The campus proved to be a great source of inspiration!

London trip

Our exploratory walk in London was a great success.  We spent the day at the Design Museum near London Bridge were we saw Design of the Year 2014 an exhibition that combines cutting edge innovation and talent, showcasing the very best in Architecture, Fashion, Graphic, Product and Transport Designs.  We also saw the exhibition; Louis Kahn.  Louis Kahn (1901-1974) is regarded as one of the great master builders of the Twentieth Century. Kahn created buildings of monumental beauty with powerful universal symbolism.  This exhibition encompasses an unprecedented and diverse range of architectural models, original drawings, travel sketches, photographs and films.  The students observed both exhibitions and sketched what interested them.  

course description

Creativity is defined as the need to generate or identify ideas, alternatives or new possibilities, which are useful in solving problems and communicating with others.  Being creative allows for one to view things in new ways, through different perspectives. This is the main aim of the ‘Creative Drawing’ class.

The class will provide the students with an opportunity to cultivate their creativity while learning a number of techniques through a hands-on approach.  The students will begin by learning basic sketching principles and techniques, acquiring a basic knowledge through observing their environment and focusing on details, patterns, colour, materiality, textures and form.  

The course will begin with exploratory walks in the city of London, which will be an integral part of the course, to sketch, gather information, collect materials, take photographs, and study the effects of space, form, function, colour, light, and materiality. They will then take their ideas and findings even further, turning their 2D designs to 3D designs.  Students will be introduced to 3D model making techniques using paper and model card, helping them comprehend the essence of form, teaching them to work with different media and scales simultaneously.

First day of sketching:
Students embarked on their projects.  They spent their class time exploring the TASIS campus with its diverse architectural qualities, while observing and analyzing the 'thresholds' around them.