This exercise is an excellent opportunity to critically reflect on my past works and identify both strengths and areas for improvement. Here's how I would approach each point for my selected works:
Selected Works:
Temporary Permanence
Colour of War
Fragmented Perspectives
Fragmented Perspectives (Precarious Balance), , Photo print behind glossy acrylic glass 6 mm., dibond 3 mm, Fuji Crystal Archive glossy, aluminium rail, 100 x 133,3 x 1,7 cm.
Fragmented Perspectives (Untitled. Glossy pink), , Photo print behind glossy acrylic glass 4 mm., dibond 3 mm, Fuji Crystal Archive glossy, aluminium rail, x x cm.
“Feelings and Logic” - these are works that contain a colour field and elements of sculpture
Untitled (Fairy tale), 2024, recycled newspapers,canvas, paint, screws, metal grid, cardboard, acrylic, fixatives, wood, 104 x 174 x 15 cm.
Resilient foundations, 2024, pages of the Civil Code, paint, canvas, screws, plastic grid, acrylic, fixatives, wood, 53 x 71 x 7 cm.
1. Gathering Resources and Research
Temporary Permanence: I extensively researched themes of temporality, propaganda, and fragility. I explored media distortion and found materials like newspapers and debris. I feel confident in my ability to draw connections between socio-political events and visual representation. However, I could improve my research into sustainable materials and the ecological impact of my work, especially considering the insects discovered in my installations.
Color of War: This work involved a lot of emotional research, focusing on synesthesia and war. I effectively utilized sensory crossovers, but I’d like to strengthen my theoretical grounding in the emotional impact of color.
Fragmented Perspectives: I documented physical sculptures and their digital translations. I have a strong understanding of the tension between digital and physical media, but I need to enhance my technical knowledge in digital photography and editing software.
Feelings and Logic: Research into material fragility and destruction was successful, but I could have delved deeper into historical precedents in art history around the use of debris and unconventional materials.
2. Making a Start
I am generally strong in this area. I’ve always been able to initiate projects with a clear concept in mind, especially when tackling timely socio-political issues like propaganda or war. However, for Feelings and Logic, I hesitated on how to frame my concept of destruction, which delayed my start. A clear project management structure would help initiate projects more efficiently in the future.
3. Gaining Momentum
Temporary Permanence: This project gained momentum once I secured approval from the city and worked with the installation team. Collaboration boosted my momentum here.
Color of War: As this was a video project, momentum came from establishing a rhythm in editing and matching visuals to emotional tones. This went smoothly.
Fragmented Perspectives: Gaining momentum was harder because the back-and-forth between physical and digital experimentation was time-consuming. I feel I could benefit from refining my workflow to switch more seamlessly between mediums.
Feelings and Logic: The conceptual balance between “dream” and “reality” in the artwork required more experimentation. I should work on overcoming my perfectionism during the exploratory phase.
4. Getting Things Done
I find that my projects progress smoothly once I get into a flow. However, I notice a tendency to get bogged down in details, especially when working with mixed media. For example, the structural aspect of Temporary Permanence took longer than expected. Time management and focusing on deadlines could help accelerate my pace.
5. Realising My Project
I am confident in realizing concepts visually and ideologically, especially as seen in Temporary Permanence and Color of War. These works were completed as intended, with a clear message. However, for Fragmented Perspectives, the realization wasn’t as fluid, especially in terms of connecting the physical sculptures with their digital forms. I could improve the planning of transitions between different formats.
6. Reflecting, Evaluating, and Feeding Back
Temporary Permanence: I’ve done significant reflection after the vandalism incident, but I realize I need more external feedback at earlier stages of my projects.
Color of War: Self-reflection on this project led to deep insights about my use of color in future works. I’m confident in this process.
Fragmented Perspectives: Reflection highlighted a disconnect between my conceptual vision and technical execution. Seeking more peer critiques during the process would have provided earlier course corrections.
Feelings and Logic: Reflecting on how audiences responded to the fragile materials showed me I need to further explore how destruction is interpreted in art.
7. Understanding Learning and Appreciating Achievement to Move Forward
I recognize that my understanding of temporality, fragility, and propaganda has deepened, and I’m more aware of the emotional impact of materials on audiences. My future work will focus on integrating new materials while maintaining conceptual integrity. I also want to incorporate more sustainable practices into my art, both in terms of material use and production processes.
Skills Gaps:
Digital Photography: I need to improve my technical skills in editing and digitally capturing physical works.
Sustainability Research: I’d like to develop a more thorough understanding of sustainable materials and practices in my installations.
Project Management: I could benefit from better planning and structure, particularly at the start and during momentum-building phases.
Collaboration Feedback: I need to seek feedback earlier in the creative process to make real-time adjustments and avoid overworking certain areas.
Conclusion:
This exercise has allowed me to recognize where my strengths lie—particularly in research, conceptualizing, and execution. I will focus on closing gaps in technical skills and project management as I move forward. These reflections will inform my Practice Plan and help me grow both artistically and strategically.
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