PATTERRRRRNS

The wall papers, floor tiles,and textiles are much needed necessities among the people all over the world. Especially with tiles and textiles, these things developed through out the time, and as art was growing among the cultures, also their style and decorative function followed.
he patterns, I've realized are different by countries. It may be effected mostly by their environment- geographical location which has pros and cons of what resources they provide. For example, Islamic textiles were most colored with brown, red, ochre the earthy colors and dark greens. They had intricate designs of leaves, pomegranates,and some other flowers that are native to their own land. Cottons and wools are natural resources on their land, enabling them to develop complex technology in creating textiles. Nations like Islam-Egypt,Rome,China etc-which has experienced a long history also had a strong growth of culture. Patterns, in a way, are the symbolism of culture, as it is all mathematical, making it a complex element.
Patterns all follows and repeats an underlying single or more pattern in methodological way. This is true as it is clearly shown by nature. the cells and minerals that consists in the very earth, the appearance or forms of cloud, fire, water, or the most simplest things like daisies all are forms of pattern. Patterns also has it's own 'pattern' in it self. Some are just simply same repeated pattern, or there can be structures of irregularities.
In conclusion, the patterns in which the human makes are mere copies and inspirations derived from nature, which is the amazing creation of a being so much bigger and complex then us.

Scale Form: Blackhole Reversed

My Value: Betta Fish!!!

What I specially value these days does nothing to do with technology like i-phones or i-pods or anything that has i. I fell into total fascination with this certain finny creature called Betta, or Siamese fighting fish. Years ago, I was very much interested about aquariums- just looking into a tank full of different kinds of fishes gliding smoothly in and out of the aquatic plants brought me to another dimension of a world, which is so much soothing than the hard surface of the earth. maybe I was a mer-person in the past, I don't know. But anyways, although I enjoyed the pleasures of aquariums, the major problem was that one by one fishes were dying with no apparent reason- later I found out I was the main cause- and I learned about the Betta fish, and realized they were so much easier to take care of, not to mention they have character and so much friendlier than the other unintellectual finned friends. As I was taking much care of the new Betta fish, so did my knowledge grew about how to maintain a better environment for the fishes. And when I grew more expert, I started to see the values of Bettas. whether they have a superior finnage or has excellent color or mix of color or not, or whether this kind is rare or pretty known, I was evaluating individual Bettas with more keen sense of value. However my own Bettas are just Petco grade, I love them because I still bought them with my own value.

Value-In terms of color and economy

There are two meanings to the word value; one will mean about the light and dark values in color and shadow, which there is gradual change by the spectrum. In economy and business it is described in a line chart; for the business men and women, what they desire is more demand of their product and with it, of course, economic gain. They don't want their product to be sold in low a price. For the consumers, they want just the opposite. As an artist, it is certainly important to think about this; after all, working is all about living! But often times it can be difficult to live off with what you have- some paint, brush and a canvas. One can express what they belive and have people make fun of it, or even angry at ir, bring you right down from the top. So can you live with your style or idea? I think it depends on what kind of artist you are; If one would think just going on with one extravagant idea would be too dangerous, then it would be safe for them to meet what others demands and stay on the equilibrium. The creator survives, and the consumers are happy. But if one decides that is totally the most "chicken" thing to live life, then it will either make them successful or really unpopular. For those passionate artists, they could fall into extreme sides of spectrum. However, I do think you don't either have to a bandwagon or a solo adventurer; You could still produce something that people wants and still carry on with your style- just twisting normal thing to a "something" with your artistic talent will not only satisfy others but you also get the profit from it. Thus the conclusion is yes, finding that equilibrium is important to support your self in this age of demands. Even the most famous fashion designers today didn't succeed that easily. They all started in their beliefs which people may have not thought attractive but they did not gave up and thought, what is it that people wants and how can I equally show my style to it? Examples can be Ralph Lauren and other brands. They have worked hard to make their clothes a brand, which could also mean their own trend that many other people love and agrees on to.

Line Construction

So this is how it started- everyone just grabbed a ball of yarn and like crazied up kitten ran around the classroom creating a total chaios, or you can say, creative masterpiece. It was very interesting though, to see these simple strings making a whole structure. You can see everybody's ideas in every part of it- some simply weaved, some entwined around the chair, some lose, some tight... it's endless. It's so amazing to see that a string can do many things in an artist's hands. The result was a very abstract web of yarn mess. Yeah, trying to find your way in to your seat was interesting.

a. shape-it looks like a triangle.
b.shape-The form confused me a little, but the thickness of the "line"
makes it look like a shape.
c.shape-It is a clear solid rectangle.
d.shape- Because it has random protruding shapes attached to a line
so it is a shape.

I think characters of what makes a line is that they are thin, and they don't connect to make a shape. Contour drawings are good example, as they make a shape, but it is still a line as it is not finnished off to the end.
Shapes are defined by it's solidity. Even lines that create the shape are shape when they are ended up in one point. I think many times, people consider shape if it is recognizable; if the shape resembles triangle, then they would immediately judge it as a shape.

The painting titled, "Dove" has smoky and reflective feeling to it. At first glance, it looks as though I am looking at the moon on dark sky and below it the landscape is shown. In different perspective it almost seems to be the reflection of the moon on the glassy lake in dark night. Different layers of colors gives the feeling of waves in which versatile tones are created by the moonlight and the movement of the water. The washed down effect by the medium used gives sense of unity and tranquility. In the art work, some lines intersect and glides over everywhere, which follows the pattern of color layers making things seem somewhat solid. Overally, the painting seems simple and a little bit modern; but it is the interesting merge of colors which seems liquid, and also solid, that captured my attention. To me, the painting shows a spiritual meaning- something that is real but you can't tell easily because it is not touchable, or see it. The "moon" as I interpreted to, must also be a dove as the title suggests. Dove, being the symbol of hope and purity, shines brightly in this spiritual landscape which may be desribing about the dark and confused mind of a human.