Author: Faye Tikic

Illustrator & Designer @art_earthling
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Methods of Research

The project will reflect a variety of research and practical exploration, which will be evidenced within appropriate records within a detailed and reflective research folder. The following will demonstrated in a professionally presented folder:

  • Mind-maps and visual progression
  • Tutorial and critique feedback sheets
  • Talk with Dr and psychologist Alison Alborz
  • Preparation and results of market research
  • Record of conversation with art therapists: Jennifer Allen and Doreen Meister
  • Self-reflection and critical evaluation through blog and word journal
  • Record of ‘Words are Wands: Writing your Way to Wellbeing’ event and workshop
  • workshop with individual from a hospice
  • Annotated visual practical development
  • Record of informative secondary research from books, documentaries, journals
  • Record of primary research of museums and galleries:
    -Imperial war museum (Trench art)
    -Whitworth Gallery exhibitions –     Alice Kettle: Thread Bearing Witness, William Kentridge: Thick Time)

-Manchester Art Gallery (And Breathe…Exploring the relation between art mindfulness)

– The Lowry Galleries (Lowry and the Pre-Raphaelites)

 

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Concept Analysis

I have naturally discovered an interest in art therapy and psychoanalysis, actively advocating the positive effects of art as therapy through workshops and sessions with friends and locals in between my professional practice and course work. My work and research around this has been evident in presenting the positive impacts of artistic communication, understanding and expression, I am motivated to continue contributing research to this field as well as further establish the movement of ‘art on mind’ in the 21st century. Following on from my last project, I will be contributing research to the fields of art therapy and psychoanalysis by exploring cases of war in relation to the positive impact of art; ultimately highlighting how art is essential in a movement emotional distress.

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Presentation Material

I have planned to display all polished pieces along with visual design sheets; one displaying final illustrations, and another showcasing development. The judges will look through the final book accompanied by a promotional brochure and business card. I am feeling confident about my work and presentation plan, I hope the work is well recieved by Now-forever Heritage as winning this competition would be a great opportunity.

Developed and finalised photo-book

in the making

 Promotional Brochure

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Producing a Promotional Brochure

Since the competition presention is approaching, I’ve started producing promo material the main exhibition. I felt designing a brochure would be appropriate; I wanted this to be an extension of the book or at least reflect the format. I used multiple websites to preview the printed results before finalising.

Brochure Design

I used publisher to produce this promo piece. I’ve always found it versatile for these projects though it may be better to use Indesign or illustrator.  I played with composition, colour and layout, utilising professional in theme colours, imagery and promo phrases.

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The inevitable challenge was printing, there were multiple complications so it was all trial and error. I am happy with the overall design and quality of the brochure, I was able to print in colour and onto good quality paper for a successful finish.