Today went by really fast, and I didn’t really do anything exciting… When I woke up this morning, I was going to go shopping for some authentic English tea with Cody and Rachael, however, we decided to stay in and be productive instead. It worked out because I finished a paper and got some other things done as well. Now I only have one more paper due, in addition to my artwork throughout the remainder of the semester.
The weather outside is getting a bit chillier. About a week ago, you could really feel the crisp fall air, and today, was the first day that it really felt like the transition of the seasons. The colors are finally starting to turn, and I will have to take a walk through Regents Park again soon. I was starting to fall into this trap of thinking that it wont get cold out in London… well, at least it wont be as bad as Wisconsin…
For International Studies Class today, we went over to the Farringdon area to participate in an event called ‘the Big Draw.’ This is a nationwide campaign to promote the power of drawing for people of all ages and abilities. The theme was regions, so we all had to create 3D drawings and such relating to where we live or a certain part of the world. It was interesting seeing such a variety of people, from toddlers, to senior citizens, all working on the same project.
It was interesting talking to the leader about his experiences in illustration. He gave me some advice, some very realistic advice, and tips for the industry. I have always wanted to do graphic design, but am really hoping to achieve a side career in children’s illustration, or at least get a book published someday.
When we were walking back to the tube afterwards, we saw perhaps the funniest window display I have ever seen… and rather sad at that as well… It was Bugs Bunny shooting daffy duck… with a rather graphic display. A little bit of sick humor, but still really funny, and surprising to see walking down the road.
Speaking of window displays, it is interesting seeing the variety of careers here. During my life drawing session a while back, at tea time intermission I was talking to a nice lady who does window dressing as a career. I had never thought about that before. There are so many extravagant displays that have a lot of time put into them, all very artistically done, but I guess I had never thought of it as a career.
I got back to my room, worked on a bit more work, and am now here journaling. I’m going to dinner pretty soon, and plan to do some drawing and relaxing for the evening… goodnite. :)
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