Working both individually and collaboratively in my blog group - GROUP 6
Collaborations only work if you have something as an individual to bring to the table. Own exploration of my practice will run alongside this as a result.
What possible "jobs" can an illustrator have?
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| List of possible jobs an illustrator could have |
Our group really liked the idea of being a creative collective, simply because all 5 of us are really individual and unique in terms of our creative style, approach and personalities. Despite the differences between us - we all have strong skill sets to bring to the plate and thought working as part of a collective aimed at multiple varieties of projects could work in our favour. After struggling for something in common - we decided to flip this, use the fact that we are all extremely different as a positive and the "common" element between us. The 10 minute time limit meant quick thinking and fast decision making which clearly was a struggle, but definitely broke the ice, motivated us and got us thinking collectively.
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| Possible Company/Creative Collective name |
Keeping this key factor of "difference" in mind, the Greek symbol for Delta came up because this is a sign used in mathematics (and other forms) for difference. Some wiki notes:
, notation for "equality by definition"- Δ, or difference operator
- In chemistry, Δ means "the change in".
This is as far as our group got with the quick task and I am not sure the likelihood of us moving forward with what we have come up with. It will be good to meet with the group again and see what/if anyone has come up with anything further to get a good start on our proposal.
In studio notes:
Study Task 3: Creative Industries - "Sectors and Services"
5 chosen examples (from previous task), their contexts and the Sectors in which they fall under.
Example 1: David Sparshott for the Guardian Weekend magazine
Sector:
- Tertiary/Quaternary Sector
- Private sector
- Education, factual, health & social work
- Creative Industries - publishing, graphic design & crafts
Example 2: Lacy Kuhn - Beehive Honey Squares Cereal/Food Packaging
Sector:
- Tertiary/Quaternary sector
- Private sector
- Creative Industries - graphic design & crafts, promotion and advertising
- Wholesale and retail trade
Example 3: Olly Moss - Star Wars poster set
Sector:
- Tertiary/Quaternary sector
- Private sector
- Creative Industries - Crafts, Advertising, Film Industry, Graphic Design
- Wholesale and retail trade
Analysis:
These posters successfully advertises the films in question generating more profit. Due to the design aesthetics and "set" delivery, can be seen as "fan art" and collectable items in the culture surrounding Star Wars.
Example 4: Bernie Wrightson x Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein"
- Tertiary/Quaternary sector
- Private sector
- Creative Industries - graphic design & crafts, educational, promotion/advertising
- Wholesale and retail trade
Analysis: This is an illustrated book by Graphic Novelist and comic book illustrator/writer Bernie Wrightson. The story itself by Mary Shelley has been brought to life by Wrightson's sympathetic and amazing illustrations and this book as a whole is an example of successful illustration. Both parties will never have met, despite this the imagery helps to compliment the text and visa versa, making this version of Shelley's story a cult classic and collectable item in retail - even more so than before. Could be seen as fan-art in a way.
Example 5: Mr Penfold x Supreme Being's "White Canvas Project"
Sector:
- Tertiary/Quaternary sector
- Private sector
- Creative Industries - graphic design & crafts, promotion, advertising, products
- Wholesale and retail trade
Analysis:
This jacket designed by Mr Penfold and Supreme Being is a fashion piece but one that appeals to collectors because of its nature. Mr Penfolds name is big in the creative industry, therefore collaborating with a big name in fashion has meant both parties have gained successful advertising and exposure through its sales in retail.