Class Exercise I- Illustrator Clipping Mask

Self Visualization Triptych

Illustrator Vector Playground

Project 1 Photo Alteration- Duck Soup

    Click on me!

I plan to create an irreverent peripheral feast out of these three images. The "interior" signified by the soup bowl, the "exterior" represented by the steamy swamp outdoors and the "human interaction" involves my own hand spooning the so called soup. This snappy duck will add to the tongue and cheek commentary evoking an amalgamation of a playful celebration of "Duck Soup". I am trying to achieve a sentiment of pop-surrealism to make this work successful.

Definition-Duck Soup

Any undertaking that is easy to do 

I am hoping this project is not the antithesis of the definition

Photoshop class exercise 1

Artists Analysis

It was interesting to read the class reviews on the four artists that we were assigned. There was diversity in the reactions of my classmates, however the general tone is reflected here in my analysis.

Based on group reviews Gregory Crewdson was seen as the most difficult to decipher because of his vacant and desolate images filled with questions and very little answers. He piqued our interest with his use of rich tones and use of light which created a cinematic feel. Many saw his work as highly detailed and meticulous which gave him respect and held our interest. One student observed the use of perspective and visual depth which funneled into a shrinking portal in which she further observed Crewdson's melancholy subjects.This observation was incredibly insightful.

Classmate's reaction to Jeff Wall's images were the most varied.They ranged in descriptions from most compelling and successful dynamic composition to dark, boring, lacking subject matter which vanishing points and interest in his creation of false realities.

Cindy Sherman was generally appreciated on the commentary she provided  in her lost but not found persona. Most agreed on her varying perspectives of fictional women in stereotypical scenarios was a statement on iconic women in society. A good number compared her as an actor acting out a variety of her scenarios for her film stills. However, one review felt she was boring and uninteresting.

The class favorite were images of Tuen Hocks. His whimsical style with a surrealist quality left many of us with the desire to engage with these unique photographs that have been manipulated and painted over in a unusual technique. Most of the subject matter was lighthearted, creating a captivating composition where reality is transformed and absurdity and fantasy are embraced.