WORKSHOP
One of our first tasks was an introduction to workshop by making a wooden box engraved with the NTU logo. we started off by sawing and sanding down the edges of the shield shape. we then began to assemble the box using glue, nails and a hammer. I also rounded off the corners of the box with a sander for a more sleek finsih. During this session we used various machines such as band saws and sanders. We were taught the correct safety measures for working in a workshop and how to use industry standard machinery. We were also given the correct guidance on safety measures such as ear plugs and goggles.
The next thing we created was a birdhouse. We began by using a nail gun to attach the back panel to the side panels. We then attached this to the floor piece before adding the roof elements. We used a nail gun and glue for all of the construction in this project. The final step is to sand down all surfaces so that it is smooth and clean. In this we were able to progress our skills in accuracy, workshop safety, stability, weather-proofing and detail.
We then made a letter holder with hooks attached. We learned the importance of accurate joinery, angles and neat sanding. This also helped us to understand the importance of practicality and usability in our designs. This module of skills passport has helped me to build my practical skills and workshop skills in order to prepare me for industry; in both set construction and design. It taught me both about industry practices, safety, sustainability and the importance of practicality and usability.
MODEL-MAKING
In this session we had an introduction to model making where we made two objects in 1:50 scale; one of these being a stage block and one being a cube. During this session we learned the importance of accurate measurements, adding on extra millimetres to allow for joining, the correct types of blades to use and the correct type of glue.
We also learned how to make doors with different thicknesses of card and paper in order to make them look realistic and textured. We also experimented with different recycled cards in order to encourage sustainability.
We then made some windows using different thicknesses of card and acetate as the window panes. We then learned the importance of dulling down and the aging process by using paint and PVA glue.
We then learned how to use different thicknesses and types of card along with plaster to create brick walls with accurate texture and finish. All of these skills learned will allow me to progress my model making skills allowing for more accuracy, detail and atmosphere. This is incredibly important in both white card models and full colour rendered models.
SKETCHUP
In our first Sketchup session we learned how to make basic shapes and how to warp them. We then learned how to create a basic room using the shape tools and push/pull tools.
We then created a model of the theatre room in the Waverley building. Our next step was to learn how to add colours and textures and how these help to create atmosphere and mood. We then used the online gallery to place furniture in our models and learned how to multiply them and move them within our rooms. Next we progressed our skills by using the freehand line tool so we could create more organic shapes and textures in order to make our Sketchup models look more realistic, detailed and atmospheric.
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