PART 1
Seeing the upperclassmen’s work helped change my view on the art that I make now. Many of them explained how their art had grown over time, in some cases shifting from one subject to another entirely different subject. It reminded me that I don’t have to be static in how I approach art: if I really wanted to I can experiment. In fact, I learned that it’s more important to find a concept that I want to explore. The seniors also emphasized the importance of working hard, leaving aside time to do art daily, and indulging in art. They also explained a series of museums and galleries to observe, because viewing art is important to a visual arts degree.
Speaking on the student presenters, Rachel explained the importance of viewing art, as well as finding a specific muse to focus on. I find her idea of creating art based on family history extremely interesting.
Caelan talked about how growing as an artist is important to figuring out your art style, and what drives you to create. Their topic on what transgender means to them is so interesting to me, because I’m nonbinary. (I don’t know your pronouns I’m sorry)
Shelby expressed how it was important to enjoy doing art, and by enjoying yourself you can be more dedicated to doing art, making it an enriching experience instead of a painful one.
Paul’s dedication to his work was inspiring, especially since he has worked on creating great designs for some time. He explains how important it is to love your own artwork, which makes me appreciate the work I do a little more.
Christin explained that it is important to figure out your problems and explore them through art, and that makes art much more fun to experience. Through this new passion, art can come through a little easier.
Julianna expressed that we need to be open to experimenting with friends to grow a staple for your art. She also showed how she changed her focus for her photography over the years, showing how college allows you to grow.
PART 2
For me, a compelling website is one that helps me with making art. Whether it be inspiring me to draw, or giving me an idea for a character design. I don’t normally frequent many artsy websites except for tumblr, so I’ll focus on the other websites that I use.
Body Visualizer
With body visualizer, it allows you to create a 3D model of the human body with a variety of sliders. You can create a realistic type body, or go completely unreal with it. Although it doesn’t let you do posing, you can still get a feel for how weight is gathered on a body, and see the form from all angles. I sometimes have a hard time visualizing bodies, and this website helps me out.
It’s easy to get stuck with art, especially when trying to figure out color schemes. So this website is extremely helpful because it has a variety of limited color palettes. There is also a randomize button so if I want to do an art challenge where I just take a random color palette I can do so.
www.iheart.com/artist/sia-33697/
This is just the iheartradio page for Sia and related singers. Sia’s music is incredibly inspiring, and helps me think of character designs. It also makes me consider creating art based on feelings and colors.
I know Youtube doesn’t seem like the most compelling website in the world, but it has so much content that it’s easy to find an interesting video. Through Youtube I watch TEDtalks, debates, and social discourse, all of which are very interesting to me and make me think. Youtube also gives me access to speedpainting videos, and these videos make me want to draw.
