A Hands on Approach to Graphics 10/10/11

Working With Our Hands

Lately, we've been spending a lot of time being creative with our hands in order for us to learn how to work without computers. Our first method of hands on Graphics was 3D typography! This method of typography has been used for many years by all kinds of artists. This was something I was sure I'd take on board and find useful. I personally thought it was a great way for me to build on my art skills and discover whether or not I was capable of designing just as well without a computer. 

Here is an image of the sort of typography we were aiming for. We were each given large sheets of cardboard and a specific letter to build. At first, I assumed it would be would be easy after drawing a few plans on paper but once I started, I realised that 3D typography may not be an area I would like to dabble in again. Although, this experience was enjoyable and the outcome turned out to be a mixture of both odd and interesting. 
We took our individual letters and stood them outside in different positions in order to create something that looked interesting. 
After some re positioning, this is what our version of 3D typography turned out to look like. I created the large "N" on the far right hand side. You can see that the letters spell out the words Graphic Design. 

Here are some images I took quickly with my phone when we messed around the letters a little bit in order to get some interesting positions out of them. 

From this experience, I have learnt that I am capable of designing with my hands but I have also learnt that if I do want to get into further depth with 3D typography, I would like to try something a simple.