Sketchbook

This sketchbook presents how I practice my sketch skills and test different methods to show my design philosophy. In this sketch book, I used cross-hatch and prospective technique to display the shadow and value. In addition, I try to use different line directions to present the drawing and learn how to use eraser to create the negative space. Moreover, I used the light and heavy line weight to present the high contrast and the value of space. I think that it is really interesting to use variable colors and different materials to describe the texture and shape of the object. I am also glad to use my imagination and creativity to finish this sketchbook. Furthermore, I enjoy exploring and discovering the design concepts and apply different design principal in my sketches. 

Outside macro sketch

This time I try to draw four different objects and found those objects' macro view. I found four objects which has interesting texture and surface. In addition,  I try to use many color pencils in order to show the abundant colors on the plants. It is really interesting to sketch and macro view of the plant, and I think that this practice can help me to develop the ability of observation.  

Kitchen still life

This time I try to combine common kitchen items with an unexpected item. I try to use my sketch skills to present the textures, value, and volume in this drawing. Moreover, I attempt to draw the perspective view of the objects and maintain the same angle possibly. I also used color pencils to show the contrast of the color. 

Portland- Landscape

This time I used ink to draw the landscape in downtown Portland. I want to use this sketch to present the distant prospect and use variable sketch skills to finish this sketch. the drawing must be drawn based on correct relationship in size and degree. i think that it can give the effect of distance and show the view from a particular point. 

Value study using line

This time I draw two sketches on one paper in order to show the value of the space. I find a space which has one window wall, back wall, floor and ceiling. In addition, I try to draw the space in one point perspective view and use the light or heavy line weight in this sketch. In my second sketch, I use the contrast easy to display the changing of the value.  

Room to Think

This time I used different words and symbols to present my ideas about the room. In addition, it must has some connection from one word to another word. " Brainstorming" can help me to develop the initial ideas and improve my imagination. I think this process is really interesting and useful . 

Figure drawing-human

This time I try to take a photo when a person who is standing, walking, or running. And then I found a photo which shows that my cousin’s daughter ran in the park. I want to use the simple lines to present her shape. However, when I simplified the stroke line, the figure will lose the feeling of movement. In addition, I cannot recognize her face because of the minimal facial detail. 

Figure drawing

This time I try to trace the two figures from the sample pictures. And then I use freehand drawing to sketch to sketch from the sample pictures. In my third picture, I will draw the figures which are similar to the tracing models. I think that the most difficult part of this sketch is that to maintain the same shape with the samples. And it is very difficult for me to draw the similar figure. I think that I need more practices.

Napkin sketch

This time I sketched on the white napkin and try to use the black ink to draw the floor plan of my apartment. This is my first to draw on the napkin, so I need to control the ink very carefully. In addition, I also sketch the detail and perspective of my apartment in this small napkin. I think that it is really interesting to draw something on this material.

Fruit or vegetable

In this sketch, I will try to sketch some fruits and explore the interesting part inside the fruits. I choose to use some apples to be my model because I think the texture in apple is really complex and variable. This sketch will show the interior cross section of the apple and draw the interior detail. I think that this sketch can help me to understand how to draw the section and develop the skill of observation.

Erased negative space

This time I try to use eraser to create the negative space drawing rather than use the lines to clarify the edges. This technique can also create shade and shadow in this sketch. I decided to choose a plant to be my model. The texture of the plant is really interesting, and I have a lot of fun to do this sketch. Even though I did not do the really good work, I still want to do it again and improve my skills. 

Chair negative space

In this sketch, I want to draw a chair which is in a negative space. At first, I did some research from a magazine in order to find chair which has interesting outline and back. I think that it is much harder to draw a chair based on the negative space. I need to observe the outline of the chair carefully imagine the negative space which is surrounding the chair. 

Black paper

I try to draw on the black paper and use the color pencils. I think that it is my first time to sketch on the black paper and draw small architectural element. I decided to focus on the detail of door knob and use abundant color to describe the texture and shape of the object. I also create the illusion of depth in order to pursue the visual effect. 

Interior corner

I choose the interesting corner in my apartment, and I try to use any technique which I have learned to draw this sketch. I think that the most difficult part in this sketch is how to maintain the equal view and how to draw the real view that we saw. I want to show the walls, ceiling, and floor in same time, and present the shade and shadow in this space. 

Resume

I try to write a resume which can effectively tell my background information. In addition, I also provide my brief statement of career objective, working experience and extra activities. I think that my resume must be clear and simple, and I do not need unnecessary information to influence the reader. Moreover, it is really important to choose appropriate font size and follow the principle of alignment. I think that a good resume can impress the reader and help us to get the job. I also feel that I need to have more working experience in interior design in order to meet their needs.

Logo Design

 

Digital thumbnail

I try to design a logo which can present my personal concept and idea. This is my use time to use Illustrator to create a logo. I think that it is really difficult for me to learn a new software in a short time. I try my best to use new technique to design a logo and practice how to use the Wacom tablet. I hope that I can use the digital pen smoothly and develop the basic skills of digital drawing. HCJ is the initials of my name. I try to use different brushes to create visual effect. I think  that I should add the design principles and graphic elements in my design. In addition, my logo must be clear and highly attractive in order to show my design philosophy.