Has created many self-initiated zines, and explored how comics could be made in a non-conventional way. Such as non-linear, non-narrative, and using panels unusually or not at all. I found this part to be really interesting.
Sometimes the publications he made weren't strictly comics at all, he described his publication called Hoss Bay about 'seaweed pickers' as more of an encyclopedia - a place for all of his illustrations and the world they come from to belong in. From sequential images, to character designs, to made-up languages and histories. All forming a way of telling a story or narrative in a more engaging, rich format!
I really love these images of Hoss Bay. Because of the meaning that has been created for this little book, it seems much more thought-out and has depth.
He also mentioned the use of simplified characters that didn't necessarily have a complete backstory, but just existed within the odd publication or illustrative piece. Referred to them as 'micro narratives'.
With the 'resolved' pieces being very considered and controlled, he said the sketchbook is a place for him to be much more loose and playful with drawing. It didn't have to be perfect.
Personally, I would find this very frustrating. And it would suggest that they see the work as just an aesthetic or style, not as a meaningful/conceptual thing.
However, in some ways what I liked about his practice is that it could be made to suit many different purposes and contexts. Being placed in a magazine to accompany an article, or applied to apparel and other items, or even just as a printed piece of artwork.
No comments:
Post a Comment