Art @the start
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The aim of this project it to help you get stuck in and started on your journey to being amazing. All art is based on mark making and to help get you all warmed up you have a series of tasks including: Shadow drawing, the art of the doodle, veg and fruit printing. Task 1 – You will start by looking at shadows that you see all around you, and if the great British weather is dull use an electric light to cast shadows of everyday objects. Start with a pencil and trace your shadows you will be surprised at the shapes you get. Look at the playful work of Vincent Bal if you really fancy a challenge Task 2 – Get doodling, yes doodle away its good for you, from humble lines to pages filled with scribbles look at the work of Hattie Stewart who has doodled for Apple and Computer Arts. Bit to tidy for you? Well, have a look at a bundle of beautiful chaos by Matt Lyon Task 3 - Have a go at the fruit and veg printing, for kids? Well think again there are many examples of potato printing in the fashion world. Task 4 – Of course there is nothing stopping you giving us a surprise choose a subject draw it, paint it, stitch it you can even App it, whichever way you choose to create it bring it, show it #artatthestart but most of all be proud of it. |
Hattie Stewart designed this wraparound cover for Computer Arts magazine London-based artist and illustrator Hattie Stewart is the undisputed queen of doodle art. She's famous for her unique graphic style, iconic cover takeovers and client work with – amongst others – Adidas and Apple. The awesome wraparound cover shown above was created for our sister magazine Computer Arts.
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Shadow is fun and there are many creative artists are really good at playing with shadow. Belgian filmmaker Vincent Bal (previous) is definitely one of them. Combining a love for comic strips with a bit of creativity, Vincent Bal smartly works within the confines of shadows of everyday objects and create a wide range of whimsical
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Lisa Krasse's doodle art on Converse sneakersCraft, drawing, and fashion combine in one amazing project. Lisa Krasse has combined her love of doodling with a love of Converse shoes to create these amazing sneaker designs. Check out the rest on her Behance profile.
Feel Brave?
I dare you! get those old trainers out, you can use a sharpie and get going doodle to your harts content then send me a picture and I will upload on this site. Get your name out there with best |
Jana Heidersdorf Illustration A biro doodle from my sketchbook which I really like and at some point thought would be nice to turn into a more elaborate pencil drawing. So far it has not happened yet …
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The art of the block print (with a potato)
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Caitlin Mociun, the one-woman force behind whimsical clothing brand Mociun, has put her personal stamp on the fashion industry by basing her killer collections on innovative, hand-drawn prints.
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Really clean crisp work and shows you how art can be used to earn you money
If you like art and design and would like to get stuck in straight away, this introductory, UAL Level 1 Diploma is the ideal place to begin. It’s designed to develop a foundation of practical skills and knowledge in art and design, helping you to progress onto higher levels of study whilst having fun and gaining confidence.
You will get to work on a range of creative activities such as drawing, printing, using mixed media and communication design.
As part of the course, you’ll also develop a host of essential study skills that will help you through any subject or future employment, including how to research effectively, how to think creatively, how to manage your time, and be willing to participate in classes in Maths & English
You’ll need to attend an informal interview to enrol on this course, and you should be enthusiastic about the subject, and it would be helpful to have a small portfolio of art work for your interview.
You will get to work on a range of creative activities such as drawing, printing, using mixed media and communication design.
As part of the course, you’ll also develop a host of essential study skills that will help you through any subject or future employment, including how to research effectively, how to think creatively, how to manage your time, and be willing to participate in classes in Maths & English
You’ll need to attend an informal interview to enrol on this course, and you should be enthusiastic about the subject, and it would be helpful to have a small portfolio of art work for your interview.