EXPLORING CHARCOAL
The orientation module at sea was truly intriguing. We began with an engaging discussion on dreams, after which we were asked to sketch a dream we remembered using charcoal. This was an extensive and re-iterative process which not only familiarized us with working in charcoal but also encouraged us to loosen our hand, experiment with larger surfaces, and expand our way of thinking.
Revisiting our drawings, we were then divided into groups and asked to merge our individual works into collective pieces.
Our group chose to focus on the idea of distortion, which became the core of our explorations.
We created two major compositions—one centered on force, expressed through the powerful and relentless nature of the waves, and the other on distortion and fragmentation, conveyed through the diverse and fragmented elements drawn from our dreams.
THE INSTALLATION
In the next phase, we shifted our focus to creating an installation that translated our emotions—such as the sensation of being submerged and the overwhelming force of the waves—into a spatial form. We worked with net fabric as our primary material, supported by a framework of metallic wires in varying gauges. The construction process allowed us to experiment with tools like pliers and wire cutters, pushing us to engage with the material more intuitively. Overall, the experience offered us a deeper understanding of space and its profound influence on human emotions.
