Just a little information about myself and the art class I go to... I’m attending a Mix Media course at Llandrillo College in North Wales; prior to this I have attended a few short 10 week art courses. I graduated with a BA (Hons) degree in Graphic Design a few years ago, however most of my designs are created via Photoshop rather than being Fine Art based (www.paulrichy.co.uk). I'm not very good at art the only tool I know is the mouse this is why I wanted to take up art, to learn how to use the tools of the trade. I don't know how I will get on with the course, let’s just wait and see. I’m sure there are people out there like me that are just starting and would like to share views and their work with other people. If you’re in the same boat or just want to join in why not join me and leave you’re comments...
I have already been on the course for 4 months which we have done two projects, The first project was Design which was an introduction to colour theory, mark making, line, 2D shape, 3D Form & Health and Safely issues. The Second Project was Sampling, Exploring Potential of Ideas and Materials which included 3 things to sample, Everyone did Collagraph I also sampled Wax Resist Techniques and Sgraffito for my other two.
I am now on my third project which you had to choose from about 12 different projects, I have choosen Drawing and Painting - Full Length Figure, I have never done any Life Drawing nor have I ever used Charcoal. I have just had a week off college for half term and the only thing I have done is some research, Life Drawing Classes start in 5 Days, erm I better get on with something...
