Task 02: Critical Observations

Process:

1. Understanding Critical Observation:

• Recognize the importance of analyzing subtle details, such as lines, textures, and patterns, often overlooked in everyday life.
• Embrace the idea of unlearning preconceived notions to enhance creative and observational skills.

2. Conducting the Observational Exercise:

• Select a fruit or vegetable for analysis.
• Focus on changes in color, texture, pattern, joints, and other formal qualities.
• Train selective attention to notice and record these details.

3. Sketching:

• Use black pen or thin marker to create a minimum of 5 newsprint sheets with sketches of the selected fruit or vegetable.
• Pay attention to points, specks, jots, wrinkles, creases, fringes, edges, streaks, borders, weaves, and grains.

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

4. Writing:

• Write a 150-200 word description of the formal qualities of the fruit or vegetable after completing the sketches.
• Reflect on the critical observational exercise and articulate the insights gained.

Key Learnings:

1. Critical Observation:

   • Developing the ability to notice and analyze subtle details that contribute to the form of an object.

2. Unlearning:

   • Embracing the process of unlearning preconceived notions to gain a fresh perspective and enhance creativity.

3. Selective Attention:

   • Training the mind to focus on specific stimuli while ignoring distractions, improving observational skills.

4. Detailed Analysis:

   • Reflecting on and dissecting the formal qualities of an object to gain a deeper understanding of its structure and design.

5. Artistic Expression:

   • Using sketching as a tool to capture and communicate detailed observations and insights.

6. Reflection and Articulation:

   • Writing a concise description of observations to articulate the insights gained through the critical observation exercise.