Talking color
When I went to Brick Lane, I expressed some of the more interesting local elements through colors. For the most part, I didn’t use conventional lines because the place left me with an impression of being rather disorderly and rebellious against rules. So, I mostly used curves and jagged lines to convey this. At the same time, I employed a wide range of colors because I noticed a lot of colorful graffiti there and drew inspiration from it, using its distinctive multi-colors to express the essence.
1, The inspiration for this painting came from the neon signs on the roadside stores. I extracted the colors of the lights and the reflections on the glass to create this painting.
2,I observed the furnishings in a furniture store and found that the color of this vase with these three flowers was quite distinctive. However, the original color of the vase was a bit monotonous, so I added multiple colors to create a better match.
3,This is a corner by the roadside. I noticed that the graffiti on it was a contrast of warm and cool colors, so I separated it into two parts using warm colors on one side and cool colors on the other.
4,This is a pattern of a plate in a furniture store. I really like its design and the color combination, so I drew it in my own way.
5,This is a sculpture on the roadside wall. The fusion of it and the graffiti makes me feel very interesting. So I let my imagination run wild to make it more interesting.
6,This is a combination of a paint bucket by the roadside and a plant. I like the color of the bucket and the green of the plant together.
7,This is a cat I happened to meet by the roadside. The cat itself is nothing special, but I decided to use graffiti colors to make it more lively.
8,This is a hat I saw in a vintage store. It’s an old-fashioned military cap. I think it’s very distinctive.
9,This is the light leading to the underground market. I found the dispersion of its color very interesting, so I decided to draw it.
10,This is a portrait made of bottle caps on the wall. I really like the feeling of different colored bottle caps combined together.
My reflection : I think the activities in the first week were of great significance to me. I was able to conduct research in various interesting places in London. At the same time, I gained a deeper understanding of the local culture and many artistic inspirations. I believe this is something that no other place could offer me. My painting skills have improved, as well as my way of observing things, which has greatly inspired me. I am particularly looking forward to the upcoming exploration.
1st November 2025 @ 9:59 pm
I really like how you’ve explored such a wide range of mediums throughout your work, it shows how open minded and curious you are as an artist. The way you’ve experimented with colour feels really natural and expressive, and your use of tone adds so much mood and emotion to your pieces. You seem really confident mixing different materials and techniques, which gives your work a unique and personal touch.
Your observational drawings are definitely one of the strongest parts of your work. They show great technical ability but also a real sense of patience and attention to detail. You’ve managed to capture form and texture beautifully, and the attention to small details makes your drawings feel alive and full of character. It’s clear that you really take the time to look closely at what you’re drawing, which gives everything a strong sense of realism while still feeling creative and personal.
I also think it’s really inspiring how your work is influenced by different areas around London. You’ve managed to turn everyday surroundings into something meaningful, which gives your project so much depth. It feels like your environment has become part of your visual language, shaping the atmosphere of your work in a really genuine way. Overall, I feel your mix of experimentation, attention to detail, and strong connection to place makes your work feel very engaging, and full of personality.
9th November 2025 @ 9:24 pm
Your studies are very beautiful but I feel exploring with a broader range of mediums might help you take them even further.