FODR Portfolio by Lu ZHANG

FODR PORTFOLIO

Lu Zhang 953964 Studio 25 - Naomi Ng

CONTENT 01 HOW TO DRAW A CROSSIANT 02 FLATNESS VS PROJECTION 03 PATTERN VS SURFACE 04 FRAME VS FIELD

03 07 10 14

06 09 13 17

01 HOW TO DRAW A CROSSIANT This module is divided into three stages. During the first stage, the different orthographic projections are understood as elevation, plan and sectional view. These views are widely used to present architectural photos and drawings. Also, as photos needed to be taken in this stage, the method of placing the light and object is learnt in order to improve the quality of the photo. For an ideal photograph of the croissant, a key light should be set at 30 degrees from the camera, and a fill light should be placed 60 degrees from the camera. Additionally, a white background such as an A1 paper is needed to enhance the brightness. In the second stage, a range of graphite pencils and fine line pens are used for different thicknesses/ weights of lines for shading and hatching. Details from the croissant needed to be focused on to ensure the drawing looked realistic. Furthermore, the outline of the croissant drawings was thicker as this is a critical drawing convention. During the third stage, another type of orthographic projection is introduced called, axonometric projection. First, a grid is drawn around each section of the croissant and intersections are marked with small crosses. Second, another grid is sketched with vertical lines rotating 45 degrees and the cross marks are transferred to this new grid. Third, the cross marks in each angled grid are connected with adjacent crosses by smooth curves and another tracing paper is overlaid to connect angled sections. Throughout these three stages, Photoshop is used to make the photos clearer and distinct therefore tools such as “levels” and “photo filter” are ap¬plied to adjust the contrast and color of photos.

Photo of elevation

Photocopied plan

Photo of plan view

Crossiant photos

Orthographic drawings

Photocopied sections

Crossiant photos - Sections

Orthographic drawings - Sections

Axonometric drawings

02 FLATESS VS PROJECTION This module was divided into three stages. Firstly, the relationship between different objects in each world was analyzed and the interactions between the two worlds were taken into consideration. During the second stage, creative elements could be added to the world to make it more holistic and relevant to the theme. However, the elements included needed to comply with the principle of axonometric drawings. During the final stage, the freehand drawings were retraced on Illustrator. As Illustrator is a vector based image manipulation software, regardless of how zoomed in an image is, it remains clear and the pixilation remains the same. This helps to intersect the anchors of different objects. Furthermore, the line weight of the cut section needs to be heavier than the structure lines. Through this module, the meaning of axonometric drawing is understood. It is another type of orthographic projection. Compared to other projection drawings, it is able to provide more information about the object and the conventional angle is 45 degrees.

Mario world

Hand drawing

Axonometric world

03 PATTERN VS SURFACE This module was divided into three stages. During the initial stage, the digital model of the Tasmanian terrain was built using Rhino. From one perspective of the terrain, the height of the diagonal line seemed to be lower than the other parts. Due to this, my inspiration emerged from the conveyor belt with upturned flap. In order to execute my idea effectively, I came up with a logic of creating a patÂŹtern with opening holes in the middle to suite the belt while pyramids in the other sides because their spires felt sharp therefore more likely to the edges. In the second stage, each module was unrolled into panels. This phase was more time-consuming but assisted in further understanding and familiarizing myself with tools in Rhino. Additionally, each panel had its own label to make the physical process less time consuming and more organised. Lastly, the physical module was made by hand and photographed once completed. The quality of the photo was pivotal in order to ensure a high standard of presentation. Photoshop was therefore utilized to adjust the brightness and contrast. Through this module, the knowledge acquired was the various methods of fitting curves and which one is most suitable in different circumstances. In order to fit an undulating surface, the surface must be divided into small patterns first. After the pieces are assembled in the correct order, the curve surface is able to be achieved.

Digital module

Unrolled panels

Physical module

04 FRAME VS FIELD This module was divided into two stages. Firstly, a story about a city names Hypatia needed to be analyzed. In my interpretation of this city and its new language, the city is decorated to look rich, grand and beautiful as are the people who are classified as the superior class. However, this superficial and materialistic beauty is in fact masking a corrupt hierarchical system and evil hearts of the superior classes who take advantage of their power and oppress the middle and lower classes. The city therefore, although beauti¬ful, is surrounded by a cold and evil atmosphere. In the second stage, this concept needed to be conveyed through an isometric view as well as two perspectives. In the isometric view, notations are used to make the convention clear and different line weights are applied in the lines of the roof and base. For perspective one, the darkness inside builds a strong contrast to the light outside and this contrast is not only about the light but also elicits a particular mood. For perspective two, because of the symmetrical view the focus was placed to be concentrated on the central line where the sage was placed to symbol¬ize peace and purity. In contrast, the inside scene depicts the nega¬tive side of the city, which matches to the concept of this city. Additionally, in order to make the photos more dramatic and interesting, some technical and Photoshop tools were introduced, such as the rule of thirds, the atmo¬spheric perspective and a gradient map.

Character

View

Motion

Primary

Stare

Lower pace

Secondary

Glance

Nomal pace

Tertiary

Perspective 1

Faster pace

People outside

Perspective 2

Pause

Light mood

Heavy mood

Mood

Animal

Old quad with notations

Perspective 1

Perspective 2

REFLECTION Orthographic projection is introduced through ‘Module 1 – How to Draw a Croissant?’ as well as some architectural conventions. The focus of ‘Module 2 – Flatness v Projection’ is on axonometric projection and how to transfer an elevation projection to an axonometric view. Through the axonometric view, the viewer is able to perceive the image as three-dimensional and has a better understanding of the image. Physical modeling in ‘Module 3 – Pattern v Surface’ distinguishes this module from the rest and allows the relationship between pattern and surface to be explored. The developable surface is built by connecting the single objects together in the correct order. Regarding ‘Module 4 – Frame v Field’, the importance of notation has been understood and how it contributes to making the drawing more comprehensible. The difference between frame and field is established as in comparison to field, frame is just one simple still image. In terms of the skills I have acquired throughout this unit, the knowledge of different software programs such as Photoshop, Illustrator and Rhino was found to be the most beneficial and has allowed me to build a foundation for further studies. Additionally, I have understood the importance of line weight together with color palette and how they contribute to the conventions of a drawing and therefore must always be taken into account. Furthermore, technical rules such as the rule of thirds are involved and assist in improving the quality of a picture. As architecture is an art closely related to society, the aesthetics cannot be overlooked therefore various tools and principles are involved to achieve a high standard. Since this is my first experience with design, I was unacquainted with the architectural skills at the beginning, which resulted in my work for Module 1 to be dissatisfactory in my opinion. However, after the first presentation, my tutor’s feedback gave me an insight into this subject and how to improve. Gradually I gained a heavy interest and desire for this subject, which encouraged me to redo the module 1 work to a better standard. Following module 1, I was much more satisfied with my work for each module as they were done to a better standard. After these four modules, the preliminary cognition of design has been formed and I look forward to having more knowledge and exploration in this field.