Today in class we discussed in groups questions regarding drawing.  We talked about what drawing has been used for in history as well as what drawing is used for today.  We listed some reasons for drawing in the past (communication, decoration, maps, language, etc.) and then decided that drawing is still used for many of these tasks but that the means to draw have changed.  We mentioned that drawing might have been more crucial for living and survival in the past then it is today. 

 We then talked about how we experience drawing as viewers and as makers of art.  We spoke about inspiration, research, entertainment.  When talking about when drawing had been inspirational to us we said that when drawing becomes part of a larger installation or larger idea, we also spoke about children's drawings and the intent of the artist.  When it came to deciding what drawing should be or the function of drawing we left that extremely open because we didn't feel like there could be a limit to this.  

The discussion today was not overly inspiring or engaging.  I had a hard time feel connected to the questions or conversation as a whole.  I understand what drawing can be used for in a contemporary art setting, while I understand the function of drawing in other settings.  I am looking forward to exploring different artist that use a drawing language for their work, and having more specific and critical conversations concerning drawing.   (image is wallpaper by Nedko Solakov)

On Tuesday we spoke in groups of the definition of drawing and what makes a drawing successful. We also discussed our "found drawings." While doing this we came up with this definition: Drawing is: a visual way of communicating an idea. A way to express, show understanding and reflect. The means of drawing are broad, by using various mediums and techniques. We felt that for a drawing to be successful it would communicate your idea successfully to your audience and show and understanding of your chosen materials and/or technique. We also spoke about intent and the importance of this in drawing and in any art format. The group agreed that the definition of drawing should be fairly open and broad because drawing could be practically anything, a lot of this falls on an artist's intent.

"found drawings"

couch textile

neon green duct tape

pink embroidery floss against wall

Complete found drawing collection