Art Machines – Week 1

For the first week of semester 2 we were introduced to the concept of an “Art Machine” this being blah blah blah. Due to personal circumstances I was unable to be present for the first week. Though used this time away from studio to grasp a clear, concise understanding of this assignment. Though due to circumstances I was still able to collaborate for this assignment. I love the use of a collaborative assignment especially with a very hands on project as it allows room for creative growth, new knowledge and and new thought processes from other artists.

My group decided that amongst the 5 of us it would be most beneficial to split for the first week to experiment on our own concepts and then come back together in the beginning of week 2 to share, explore and discuss our ideas and concepts. From there we currently plan to choose a concept we would like to develop on for our final product of an “Art Machine”.

The first step in approaching this assignment, especially while being away from the studio was to thoroughly read through recommended artists to research. Being away from the studio meant I would struggle with inspiration as I find myself to be inspired by other artists in my class as I feel my mind thrives in an environment full of creatives, this was something to overcome. I proceeded to brainstorm everything that was coming to my mind.

Due to being away, experimentation was very limited therefore I thoroughly drew up plans, researched and listed resources available to me, and took into consideration the time I’d have to execute once I came back to studio. I came to the conclusion I wanted to include lights or any from of illumination.