Project 1_Self-Expression through Object

Introduction
This project aims to introduce students the elements and principles of visual art through designing
a mask. Students have to dig deeply themselves,  identify their true self and then design a mask that reveals their most powerful identity or personality.In making the prototype of the mask through hands-on and process-driven design method, students will explore materials, joints, surfaces, form and positioning of the ‘mask’ on the face.


Learning Outcome
On successful completion of this assignment, students will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Draw the attention to subjective matters which play a major role in architecture 
• Produce objects to communicate ideas 
• To explore one form of generating design concept/idea 
• Construct a representational piece of art based on the initial ideas that have been abstracted and 
• Redefined through the process of translation and interpretation

e free to choose your techniques and materials. There is no limitation for the dimension of the mask,
as long as it can be worn properly. It can be in contact with your face, head, neck or upper shoulders. 

Tasks

Students have to analyse and interpret their self-identity. The identity has to be specific rather than general and they will develop one key idea. Students will finally create a 3D mask free to their techniques and materials(no limitation for the dimension of the mask). Students are required to give a verbal presentation and produce:

•  1 final model of mask (1:1 scale) 
•  1 A2 presentation board (consist of drawings, diagrams and caption in 50 words) 

Submission

Mask: Onionionion

I. Mask

II. Presentation board

Reflection

In this project, I learnt to using the design elements and principles properly on one design in order to express the meaning. I also learn to explore materials and form to create the meaningful and suitable design. I go through many process until I get a final product which can suitably describe my mask and myself.

I also think critically and creatively while choosing the materials in order to bring out my personalities on the mask. I try to make a eye catching and different materials that is the "bra" to show that you have to open me gently if you want to know me.

This is really a fun project and ice-breaking project as I know my friends well too.