Our assignment was to present two images that tell a story. The images should include details that help make the story believable and provide realism. I selected the 'creative process' as the subject of my narrative assignment. Since I am considering a similar topic for my final class project this seemed like a fine opportunity for a little pre-investigation work.
A Satchel on my Mind is a quick study of the creative process used in designing and sewing my one-of-a-kind purse. Without making the scene messy, I wanted to illustrate the necessity of plenty of choices in materials and finishing touches, since some would work, and some would not.
Immersion
The first image, Immersion, is a scene of materials and tools useful in the satchel design and sewing process. There were plenty of props: assorted fabrics and notions, design book, scissors, tape measure, sewing basket and machine, plus an antique sewing table with its original 4’ measuring image painted on the top. I used the tape measure to draw the eye to the pattern book for free-styling handmade bags. I also wanted to convey the passage of time—this was not a problem since the set-up took far longer than I anticipated.
Inspiration
The second image came together much quicker. After toying with potential props, I elected to keep it simple and remain with the original setting. The completed satchel is presented amidst incorporated fabrics and tools. The lighting and color matching was trickier than I had anticipated and I continued to tinker with it until the last minute.
The class feedback was helpful, even though some of the guys did not relate to a sewing project. I didn’t relate to a football narrative either, but I appreciated the effort. Others felt the composition was good, that I managed to show time passing, and that the details provided were helpful to the narrative.
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