David Choe : An inspiration towards my practice

CONTINUING WORK - 2ND YEAR CHELSEA COLLEGE 

This is an artist that has inspired me through my new series of work in my current practice. His name ladies and gentleman is David Chow. He is a Graffiti artist that has made a name for himself after his commission with Facebook in which he took shares instead of cash, because of Facebook's success, his shares are priceless. 

His work however are too priceless. 

Ive always loved colour, in these pieces, the overall use of colour and colour combinations creates nothing but positive energy when viewed upon. Vibrant and energetic. 

He always has a main subject composed into the image, but surrounded with other visual elements 

His style is so free, variation of movements and use of colour interest me

He is the main artist i have been looking at at being inspired by his work i have decided to create some of my own. 

I continued doing what i did from my last piece. Concentrating on the Graffiti/Street art in London Markets and also unnoticed places such as alleyways, corners and remote locations. 

My first piece was "Bricklane Market #1, 2014" 

Personally i think these pieces work really well. There is a strong depth in the image, and colour use is strong and vibrant. Very aesthetically pleasing to the viewers because it catches their attention. 

 These two pieces i made at similar times. They have a similarity through the use of colours and composition of images, and the balance between text and imagery. 

Art made by Prisoners, Offenders, Secure Patients and Detainees

So i heard from a friend that there was this exhibition, where all the artwork there were made from criminals, people in prison.

This immediately caught my attention.

For those living in London, This Exhibition is at the South Bank Centre, SE1 8XX
Its Free Admission

This was it's Entrance piece. "Pirate Ship"
Artist at Bluebird House, Hampshire (Secure mental health unit, under 18's)

The "Pirate Ship" was entirely made out of recycled material, cardboard.

I was really fascinated by this piece due to the fact that it was all made from somebody's hands.

It shows that when somebody puts their heart, mind and soul into something, possibilities are endless.
I love creating things using my hands, this is a great encouragement in motivating me to do so.

Very good work ... but not my favourite piece.

 "Son of a Red Man"
Artist at HM Prison & Young Offender Institution Parc, Wales

I was interested in this because of its facial expression.
When i was at the gallery, being surrounded by the works created by offenders, i absorbed a strong sense of regret, memories, hopes and dreams.
It was rather emotional for me because i felt that some of the artist really felt sincere and regret and expressed it through a medium of art.

Looking at this sculpture, i feel upset, somehow making me think about the wrongs i did in the past, like i may have hurt someone and didn't notice.

This is a very powerful piece to me, the favourite of the day
I also want to start ceramics, its always been a fascination but never really experienced it.

I also want to say this, It doesn't matter who you are and what you have done in the past, it is what you do in the present and the future that makes you who you are.
These people, although stated as criminals and offenders, have actually inspired me, they showed me a glimpse of their affliction and how they are conquering it. A meanings to a true artist?

 "Forgiveness - The Prodigal Son"
Artist at Ashworth Hospital, Merseyside (Secure mental health unit)

Th title aroused my interest immediately.
Forgiveness.
We all have our secrets, we hold onto the things we've done wrong. The only for closure is forgiveness, but some of us are often too afraid to ask or not willing to forgive.

Just the title got me thinking.
You have to understand that everyone makes mistakes, your close friend or even family. Next time they do something wrong, forgive them. If no one makes mistakes, no one can learn from them and improve.

 "Mercury, Messenger of the Gods"
HM Prison Whatton, Nottinghamshire
(Right side piece)

I looked closely at this piece, i followed the marks on the page, i could see in depth lumps around the eyes, going in. I felt as if he (Rob) put more pressure down onto the page as he was colouring the eyes. Like he'd seen something bad and wanted to erase it. Emotional whilst drawing.



"Bluer Shade of Green" (One above)
Greenwich office, London Probation Trust
This was simply a beautiful portrait, Beautiful colours, beautiful girl and beautifully painted.
I rather like the lens flare effect in this painting. Maybe she is his (Nigel) girlfriend or wife waiting for him to return. At home? His place? Was it an anniversary? Does she seem upset, worried or about to quit? Paintings like these raises so many questions it sparks unlimited interest.

 "The Last Time We Met"
HM Prison Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Sorry about the slight reflection of me, this was a piece behind glass so harder to shoot.

Again, the title interest me.
This is a memory so dear to him/her.
Were they a family once upon a time?

Memories like this are hard to forget, love is such a powerful emotion that it can drive him to do good, and return to this scenario once again.
Certain memories can keep a person together, motivate those to accomplish the impossible.

I would just like to thank the Koestler Trust and Southbank Centre for continuing their partnership and showing the works of prisoners, offenders, secure patients and detainees.

Anyone can create art, art doesn't necessarily mean a painting or a drawing, it is something with meaning that you express to others in a form. Art is life, anything and everything you see is Art.

If you disagree, question or tell me about it, i would love to talk to you about it and hear what you have to say.

Love you all
Smile as big as you can NOW :)

Eugene Lee

Product Design Multi-functional Chair

Product Design Multi-functional Chair

For my finale on my last year at high school doing Product Design i decided to manufacture a multi-functionl chair. I put a lot of time and work into this project and I'm glad i did because the outcome was better than expected. 

First i had to come up with an idea for a chair, i looked at all the problems i faced as well as others had faced when seating on a chair. it came to the conclusion that a chair with an easily accessible table would be great. 

I had the idea to create a chair thats ergonomically pleasing with a function of a table, storage space, extra armrest length and shoe space underneath. 

After restless nights on drawing designs for my product i finally zeroed in on two. 

Then i had to research the anthropometrics of the human body. 

I researched everything primary and secondary from body height, average persons (both man and woman under a certain age) back length, back width, waist size, to the angle of leaning down right and left, average length from buttocks to knee...etc 

Everything i tell you. 

I made models using cardboard and styrofoam and a 1:10 ratio model. 

This was my top idea 

To have a table that swings out and swings in. After using the table you can put it away so it doesn't take up space. Its compact and easily accessible. 

That gap you see the table entering and exiting, i also want to turn that into a box shelf/storage space, the table will only be accessible from one side and the other side you can use to store remote controls, snacks, magazines...etc. 

This second best idea included of a much larger storage space. Space is so precious nowadays, people can't afford large homes and space is expensive, this is why i wanted to create something that prevented the outpacing of space and a furniture. 

A fold out table. 

Plenty of storage space underneath your seat. 

I decided to go with the first idea. 

Below are just a few documented photographs of my manufacturing process. 

I decided to use styrofoam to reduce the weight of the overall product. 

Hot wire cutting 

Throughout the making process i kept germinating great ideas. 

One idea i had was to incorporate my Fine Art Practice into my Deign. 

In Fine Art i was looking at Automatic Art, painting and drawing subconsciously. 

I thought that the fabric to the cushions of my chair can be made using a painting of mine so i did. 

I first had to cut out a set sized MDF, sticking cushion foam on top according to size. 

I then made paintings on canvases at the art department and i wrapped the fabric around the cushion. 

I wanted the extra space in front of your hand so it becomes convenient for the user to put his or her drink down without any hassle at all. Another feature incorporated into the chair. 

At this stage when i was completed my product, i allowed my peers and teachers to sit and try out my chair, it was good to hear feedback from them as it will help tremendously towards whatever i do next. 

This was such an enjoyable experience, i learned so much, and i made this beauty. I'm really proud to have made this piece.