https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc Made with a lightning strike of genius en-us 2022-03-13 12:50:07 UTC 2026-01-07 11:52:22 UTC hello@padlet.com EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2092557634 The research process is very important to me because it is essential to get the feel of the project at hand and it aids in the successful execution of the task. Ruth Carter said that art is like a prayer and I second that, firstly art is a gift from God to us as mortals to express ourselves, in a way art directly connects us as mortals to a higher power hence making it like a prayer. Being able to create art is a blessing from God but its the responsibility of the artist to feed their own craft and to evolve their abilities.
Responsibility is a state of having a duty to deal with something, hence you should be held accountable for said duty, while response-ability, is just what it says, the ability to respond. Response - ability has more to do with action. 
Costume design is a way of telling a story because the costumes are normaly what the viewer sees first, it is in essence a first impression of the play, movie ect. It tells the story of where the characters come from and where they are heading for example an orphan will normally be depicted wearing rags amd torn clothing, and that makes the story more believable. If we have a look at how movies where made before there was the modern television, the visuals where the story teller rather then the script. 
I'm hoping to connect with my voice by learning new artforms and techniques, to express myself more and to give others a better insight into my mind. I want to have a better understanding of who I am as an artist and also who I want to become as one. 
The movie inspired me by showing me that anything is possible if you take the chance and if you believe in yourself. 



]]> 2022-03-13 18:39:15 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2092557634 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2127261297 Hi guys, my name is Emyr Hesselman and I'm from Vredenburg in the west coast. I enrolled for this course because I'm obsessed with art, mostly illustrations of the human body and all the ways it can be contorted. Most of my art pieces are those of supernatural beings. I love reading and watching series, some of my favorite series include, Supernatural, Game of Thrones, Euphoria, The whole vampire dairies franchise just to name a few.
I travel home every friday because waiter at Kapstad Brauhaus in Langebaan, so you can kinda call me a workaholic. I'm very friendly and love making new friends. 
I'm into astrology as i believe that astrology is very accurate in summing up a persons caracture traits. ]]> 2022-04-03 15:18:31 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2127261297 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2137905905 The cover of British Vouge February edition sparked a lot of controversy because of the way that black woman have been depicted. Not only was this the first time that a black woman have been showcased on the cover, but there was nine of them.
To me the magazine is a perfect example of lightskin privilege, because the woman in the middle is noticeably lighter of complexion then the other girls in the same picture, further more she has been placed in the middle to bring her forth more. She is also the only woman that has a piece of red in her outfit, directing the eye of the viewer even more towards her.
The woman have been westernized as their hair is not even in its natural state. If the ddirectors wanted to highlight the modern day black woman, they should have showcased them in their natural state and wearing something that is more complimenting to their skin.
The cover is very dark and menacing because of the flushed out colors.
"The angry black woman"
This is what came to mind when i saw the picture, It symbolizes the narrative that black woman have this mean demeanor and I don't think it was done purposefully but the tones that where used conveyed this message.
"Funeral"
This was one of the words that came to mind when I saw this cover. The blacks worn in this cover gives the cover a feeling of sadness and mourning as wearing black is associated in modern day culture as mourning. They look on edge. The woman have been made darker then they are in real life, take Lupita Nyong'o as an example, she's way lighter in real life then what she's been depicted on the cover. This makes her aura feel darker and ominous. 
I can almost feel the puplishers saying "you wanted black, so I'll give you black" ]]> 2022-04-10 10:15:29 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2137905905 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2137912017 This cover of Naomi Campbell gives off a warm and inviting feeling, not only because she has been photographed with her baby, but also because of the lighting that has been used. All her beautiful tones in her skin is been shown and the background is lit up better then the background of the February cover.
"Maternal"
This is what came to mind when I saw this cover, it exudes love and care as she is holding her baby in a protective way. It makes me feel warm inside as all the details can bee seen because of the lighting. The has a natural hair style and that gives off a feeling of confidence and strength. I'm not sure if it is because its "Naomi Campbell" that the cover has so many details and is been depicted as somewhat of a goddess ( Aphrodite).
Her face is lit up perfectly to show the softness and grace of her demeanor, you can clearly see her eyes and that makes the picture more inviting and loving. Her hands are open and that makes it more welcoming and forgiving. Her ring is lit up just enough for the reader to notice so that gives the image more of a feminine matriarch feel. It shows shes happily married hence giving the cover more loving. ]]> 2022-04-10 10:30:07 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2137912017 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2137918997 All and all, both of the covers where needed for the black culture and for representation. While both of the pictures are very different, both of them are still very beautiful and information rich. At the end of the day its art and its needed.
I prefer the March cover just because its inviting and more forgiving. Its easier on they eye and well lit up. It showcases the natural beauty of a black woman and motherhood.
They are very contrasting and communicate very different messages. Everyone knows Naomi Campbell and that makes the March cover a bit more appealing to the viewer just becase shes well known and shes being depicted as a motherly figure. The light hits all her highpoints of her face hence illuminating her beautiful features and natural beauty.
The gray background is easier on the eye and gives a certain type of ambience to her already radiating glow. It compliments her so well that it makes the consumer feel more attracted to this edition. ]]> 2022-04-10 10:46:45 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2137918997 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2137923103 The textures of the leaf are rough and smooth at the same time and it instantly attracted me because of the contrasting textures. The dieing part of the part are brittle and has a crunch to it when you apply pressure while the living part feels very much alive and smooth, the edges are somewhat sharp and fibery. ]]> 2022-04-10 10:55:56 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2137923103 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2137923155 The mirror frame was particularly interesting for me because its made of metal and its cold to the touch with a beautiful patern on. You can feel the ridges and paterns amd they contrast with the smoothness of the mirror and the patern is smooth aswell]]> 2022-04-10 10:56:03 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2137923155 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2137923224 The craftmanship initially attracted me and the attention to detail. The deer head is made up out of metal and feels cold to the touch. The ridhes on the antelope's face mimic the appearance of hair and they peaks and vallys can be felt. The antlers are pointy while the snout feels round. The eyeballs are smooth. ]]> 2022-04-10 10:56:10 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2137923224 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2137923263 The faux leather couch feels cold but eventually takes on your body temperature. The leather is somewhat smooth with tiny bimps on the buttons. The folds of the material can be felt. The overall feel of the couch is soft when you sit on it. It attracted me because of the colour and it looked pleasant to touch. ]]> 2022-04-10 10:56:15 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2137923263 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2137923310 The bark of the tree attracted my attention because of the moss growing on it and the groves in the bark. The bark itself feels hard and rough while the moss feels soft and textured because of all the individual small leaves. Both the bark and moss have a flakey nature. ]]> 2022-04-10 10:56:22 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2137923310 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2137923345 The beauty of our national flower attacted me because of all the textures it has. The furry inside of the flower feels soft and fluffy but the brittle leaves are harder and more sharp with fur on them and they are also brittle in a different way and pointy edges. ]]> 2022-04-10 10:56:26 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2137923345 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2137923392 The red bull matt caught my attention because of the bumps on it that are ment for resistance against glasses sliding or moving. The rubber itself is thick and rubbery. The cillia shaped rubber feels bumpy as a collective but round as individuals ]]> 2022-04-10 10:56:32 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2137923392 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2137923430 The cracked concrete grabbed my attention because of the interagency of the cracks. The concrete feels hard and rough because of the sand and the many cracks creating vallys in the surface. Because its an inanimate object, it feels cold and lifeless. The sand also feels grainy on the surface ]]> 2022-04-10 10:56:37 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2137923430 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2137923464 The artificial orchid drew my attention because it looks so realistic but when you feel it, you can feel the fabric and the slight roughness of the material. The stem is somewhat smooth with some bumps on it to mimic a real steam of a flower]]> 2022-04-10 10:56:43 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2137923464 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2137923502 The concrete sculpture was particularly interesting because it had a grainy texture because of the sand and cement mixture that its made out of. The groves and peaks can be felt while it gives off a smooth look. The edges are rough and irregular ]]> 2022-04-10 10:56:48 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2137923502 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2184052735 The green robot light aganst the red absa board gives a contrast beween cool and warm colors making the green stand out more also the yellow of the pole contrasts with the green light as the yellow is a warm colour and the green a is a cool colour (49 words) ]]> 2022-05-14 19:25:35 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2184052735 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2184308037 The purple and yellow are complimentary colours and they stand out when they are placed next to one and other and they are particularly striking when one of them are placed in the middle of the other thats why this flower is a good example of high tonal contrast (49words)]]> 2022-05-15 08:13:15 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2184308037 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2184310850 The tones used in this mural are very similar in the fact that they are dulled down and they lean more to the gray side. Because they are so close in contrast, they feel like they belonge together and alows they to exist together in harmony (46words)]]> 2022-05-15 08:20:11 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2184310850 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2184313109 The words written on the glass are different sizes and makes the eye fall on the bigger letters and giving more emphasis on the words that the creator of this design wanted the reader to see at first glace. Apart from the font and the colors used, the element of scale is very important in getting the message across to the consumer(62words)]]> 2022-05-15 08:25:41 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2184313109 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2184315912 The background in this picture is just as important as the foreground as they balance eachother as it gives the picture a sence of depth and also scale. Naturally the viewers eye falls on the objects in the foreground and leads the eye to the background so they go hand in hand (52words)]]> 2022-05-15 08:31:34 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2184315912 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2184318230 The two buildings next to one and other are different in the sence that they used different Geometric shapes and therefore both stand out to the eye as they are so strikingly diffrent that it catches your attention at first glance. The building on the left has more of an angelic feel while the one one the right has more of a modern feel (64words)]]> 2022-05-15 08:37:03 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2184318230 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2184320522 The counter of this bar is somewhat of a dull hugh of green against the shocking pink of the bar itself this makes it more striking to the eye and gives it an amazing contrast with one and other if the green was more brighter there would have been somewhat of an imbalance and that's why this is a good example of bright vs dull contrast(66words)]]> 2022-05-15 08:41:42 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2184320522 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2184321228 The roughness of the cement floor gives the marble type tyles more dimension and makes the viewer appreciate the smoothness of it more.The contrast between the two makes you want to look at the smoothness of the tiles more then the gritty cement floor and draws the eye to the shine of the tiles (54word)]]> 2022-05-15 08:43:15 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2184321228 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2184321566 The old architecture of the church in contrast with the more modern glass doors are a form of old vs new contrast as they bring the old world and the new world together and yet they co exist in perfect harmoney. They compliment each other because they contradict one and other(51words)]]> 2022-05-15 08:44:09 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2184321566 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2184345262 The baby pink and light blue in contrast with one and other are a form of subtle contrast as they are dimed down versions of the primary colors blue and red, they are particularly striking as they are soft on the eye and they co exist with one and other as they have the colour white in common (58 words) ]]> 2022-05-15 09:42:49 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2184345262 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2203701087 2022-05-29 20:04:17 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2203701087 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2203701588 2022-05-29 20:05:20 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2203701588 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2203701830 2022-05-29 20:05:55 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2203701830 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2203702103 2022-05-29 20:06:27 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2203702103 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2203703103 2022-05-29 20:08:49 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2203703103 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2203703488 2022-05-29 20:09:44 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2203703488 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2203703655 2022-05-29 20:10:08 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2203703655 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2203703799 2022-05-29 20:10:29 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2203703799 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2203704371 2022-05-29 20:11:48 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2203704371 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2248843797 My  favorite art piece is the one by Dean Hutton.
The art piece showcases the complexity of the gender queer body.It invokes a feeling of appreciation of the unconventional body, by showcasing what transgender bodies look like. It is unapologetic and can be interpreted as a provocative piece to people that are not exposed to nudity. To me it speaks voluemes as it is displayed in the middle of the gallery (no one can miss it) it is a huge statement in the sense that it screems look at me , "look at us "- gender queer minority. It is the voice of those who are feel like they don'  have a voice. It also empowers people that are seen as overweight in society as it represents the "overweight body " .The fact that it is made out of golden material could mean that those types of bodies are also important,  they are also valued and they also need to be seen . The genitalia are clearly visible and they are non binary- Female breasts plus male genitalia. The lines on the art work can be interpreted as stretch marks on the body. The mere fact that its just a body laying there (no face ) says that this could be anyone plus the unnatural skin color could be interpreted as racially ambiguous and inclusive to all races. 

If this art work could talk to me , this is what it would say. "Look at me , I'm also important,  I'm also valid , I'm also worth more then gold. My race , gender , body type and appearance doesn't matter. I'm just as important as a SIS gender person , I'm just as important as a skinny person. I'm just human and I want to be seen and admired.  I want to scream out loud so that the people at the top can hear and see me . Don't feel intimidated by me , be in awe of my beauty. I am faceless , we're everywhere, you will see me from wherever you are. This is reality and there is no escaping my beauty. You'll feel uncomfortable but You'll get over it as soon as you embrace my beauty , you will find out that I'm actually soft and loving."

This art piece opened a new world of artistic expression for me . It opened up my eyes to a world of possibilities and self-expression. It is groundbreaking for the queer community and humanity in general. It gives a voice to the voice less and inspiring to people that struggle with body positivity, not only for queer people , it incluedes all people who have issues with who they are and who they love.




]]> 2022-07-24 20:07:31 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2248843797 EmyrHesselman https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2248848805 My least favorite art piece was the video of colored children playing pretend ,wearing rollers and in a sence mimicking the real life of a colored person in South Africa. It shows that colored children on our poor communities have to face violence and poverty in their everyday lives. It reminds me that our children grow up way different  then privileged children do . It shows that they have to grow up much faster then children that grow up in the suburbs or more upper-class areas. They are in a sence robbed of their innocence early on in their lives , not by choice but as a consequence of their circumstances. This innocent game of playing pretend , actually gives us a deeper look into what these children face on a daily basis. It shows that children in poor communities don't have the correct role models if any they only have what they see and thats not the best role models to have . These children are exposed to a lot of trauma and its normal to them. There is a scene where the one child plays the role of a mother that had her children taken away from them and being afraid of a social worker because they dont have the means to take care of their children. She also plays a woman that goes through abuse at the hands of her partner. These children grow up thinking that this is how this are suppose to be. There is no one to show them the way because as soon as people "make it in life " they leave the community,  hence only the people that are not as good of role models  stay behind. 

Artwork I don't like you because you make me think of a time where I  was that child, where i was exposed to violence in my household. You take me back to a time that I'd rather not remember. I hate the fact that my situation that i was in , is not uncommon in colored communities.
Artwork eventhough I  don't  like you I'm  greatfull because I learnt that this is reality and that there are still people going through similar situations on a daily basis. You showed me how far I've come as a person and that I've  risen from difficult cercumstances. You have made me realize that I'm  not alone. You have shown the world the real reality of the life of a less fortunate colored child in South Africa. ]]> 2022-07-24 20:36:48 UTC https://padlet.com/EmyrHesselman/776v2m5ux7blddlc/wish/2248848805