Nell Tobin

Reflection

I took on the task of ‘talking colour’, firstly gathering with my group and began exploring West London to find as many inspirations as we could that included colour in them. I brought multitudes of different supplies such as pens and pencils to demonstrate a wide range of techniques and media. As soon as my group and I arrived to Notting hill (the first location we collaboratively chose), we were immersed in colour everywhere and I immediately started to produce primary research including drawings and taking photographs. This task tested my abilities in a positive way as I tried out many different things that were out of my comfort zone. I was really absorbed and riveted from the environment around me as London has a special place in my heart seeing I have lived here all my life. Viewing it in a different light and being able to look deeper into the buildings allowed me to see their true beauties. Withal, I saw that there was a lot of intricate structures and profusions of colour especially in North London. We were also prompted with visiting North London, I took it upon myself to explore on my own, primarily because I am very familiar with the area, from living there my whole life. I wanted to be able to fully immerse myself into areas previously unbeknownst to me. The vivid colours of the fruits and vegetables that I saw displayed at small food markets in North London inspired my illustrations.