University of Westminster, Department of Architecture / DEGREE/ YEAR ONE / 2023 PS1 Sketchbook Studies - Workshop 1 Communication - Describe and Draw, Mediums Aims: The objective of the exercise is

to learn how to describe, imagine and draw. This exercise tests our descriptive and interpretation skills. It is intended to encourage you to be clear and precise in your description and creative with the techniques and methods you use to represent. You should develop your skills both in quick sketching and in more detailed refined drawing techniques. How you describe space is important; think about the qualities and not just the objects, these may include light, movement, atmosphere, time etc. describing your proposals within your design studios is an essential skill, both to your peers and your tutors. Develop techniques using mixed media to create expressive, layered drawings. Students are to try drawing with at least 5 different things implements. Process You are to work in pairs for this exercise and refer to the three images provided in the session. One of the pair is to view and describe (but not show) the image it to their partner. The second of the pair should not look at their screen, but must use the. description from the other to draw it in their sketchbook in a way he/she feels suitable. You will have a designated amount of time to complete the sketch. Swap over after each timed session so person two is now describing whilst person one is drawing. Deliverables: Incorporate all describe and draw attempts in your A4 design sketchbook. (Include the original image and any key words used in the description). Include the media & techniques exercise undertaken during the workshop session. Exercise out of class In your sketchbook, complete 2 pages of drawings of plant life from observation, using a range of media and techniques. IN