This is the final week of technical blocks: Weave- Knit- Stitch- Print. I looked forward to this rotation when I was still in foundation. I knew this is the time when we are allow to try out new things, to have fun, to make mistakes, then finally, to decide what you want to specialise in. I set my heart on weave and knit before it started, but I know an open heart can take me to where is truthfully suited for me. Learning by doing- I did make lots of mistakes. From setting a theme to time management. Above all this, I am disappointed in my samples most of the time. But, this is the process I can never avoid, and I'm sure the future will be the same. So, a good sense of humour comes in handy anytime. : ) The key is- Work your ass off then hope some interesting work will come out eventually.
I like Fridays. It has been a knowledge nourishing day since the term started last year. We use it to take lectures and visit museums, such as, the trading between east and west in the 1600, postmodernism, material making, exoticism in design, the rise of brand; power of making at V&A, the african collection at British museum... etc. What I learn from theories makes me question the present. Not that I have never questioned it before. But the dilemma between art&design vs. commercial world and the greatness of globalisation vs. nasty capitalism bits has been bugging me more and more. As a creative maker, as a consumer, what can I do? The more I know, the tinier I am. The only thing I know is that I am proud of what I'm doing now.
My plan has stayed the same- be the best I can be at every stage. (Btw, there are more and more friends getting married these days. um. I'll stick to my plan for a bit longer.)
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