Exploratory Stage: Week One : Day one : Graphics This was one of the first exercises exploring subject Graphics. I started off by first folding the paper in to 4 sections, 2 sections were collage and 2 were done by spreading ink across the page, using the edge of a piece of cardboard. I was then given a piece of packaging and was asked to look at the different texts included and think about how well they would work together as a piece. Top left : Created using a piece of wood and black ink. Before drawing each piece up I firstly drew up 4 thumbnails to see which composition would work best. I enjoyed working with the ink and stick because I could work quite loosely. Top right: Created using an oil pastel, using the hand that you don't normally write with. At first it felt strange but once I got in to it, I realised that the strokes were much looser, giving it a playful feel. Bottom left: Created using a pencil crayon, continuous line drawing. I found this one quite interesting, although difficult, because I really focused on how each letter would connect together and not look messy. However, the blue of the pencil crayon doesn't compliment the purple ink. Overall, I found this activity effective because I learnt four new techniques that I didn't know before. It made me realise the shapes of the letters and the different fonts. And also that it doesn't have to be incredibly neat to make a good piece.