Illustration and Visual Narrative | Task 1 : Exercises

25/09/2023 - 05/11/2023 (Week 1 - Week 6)
Yong Xiao Tong / 0368290
Illustration and Visual Narrative / Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Creative Media
Task 1 : Exercises 

INSTRUCTIONS





Week 1
Today, we were asked to practice our tracing skills using pen tools in the Bézier Game. In the first stage, we were limited to a maximum of 15 nodes. After several attempts, I completed it using 12 nodes.

Fig 1.1 Bézier Game


Week 2
This week, we are tasked with tracing the provided 8 shaped.
 
Fig 1.2 Traced shapes


Week 3
Today's exercise is called Chiaroscuro, where we are required to trace the provided pear image and define the play of light and shadows.

Fig 1.3 Pear with shadow

Fig 1.4 A full pear and a sliced pear

Fig 1.5 Another sliced pear in different colours

Fig 1.6 Skull pear

Fig 1.7 Pear Chiaroscuro

After completing the exercise, I gained proficiency in using Pathfinder, Shape Builder, and the Knife Tool.


Week 4

Fig 1.8 Guy Outline

Fig 1.9 Guy with shadow

Fig 1.10 Guy colour blending

Fig 1.11 Guys with watercolour texture

Week 5


Fig 1.12 Character structure

I have named my design character "Bubble Kong".

Fig 1.13 Bubble Kong

Fig 1.14 Bubble Kong with shadow 

Fig 1.15 Background

Fig 1.16 Bubble Kong with background

Final Submission

Fig 1.17 Final Pokémon Card



REFLECTION

Experience
Every week, we engage in exercises guided by Mr. Hafiz, making them relatively easy to complete. Designing a character for the Vormator Challenge was challenging as I had never done it before, but the final design turned out great, especially when turned into a Pokémon card.

Observations
I noticed that each exercise has a purpose, and over the weeks, I've unlocked new Illustrator tools and functions. Also, the process of creating our characters has been particularly beneficial in boosting creativity.

Findings
While I still find tracing challenging, I believe continuous practice will lead to mastery. The overall experience has been enlightening, providing valuable insights into character design and Illustrator's functionalities.










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