Down Town.

Down Town.

This was a piece I did on the topic 'Down Town', which I was given in early November. I've had to develop a project on that topic incorporating a 2D piece, a book craft and a 3D piece. My interpretation of the topic was based around urbanised wildlife and its ever growing presence in our towns and cities.

This painting was done using various mixed media including oil pastel, watercolour paint, chalk pastel and coloured pencils. I took inspiration from Chris Packham's photography and Ewen McCauly's city scapes, both of whom featured in my support studies. The rich browns and beiges of the Barn Owl are in opposing contrast to the bold and somewhat gaudy colours of the city skyline to highlight the Barn Owl's 'misplacment' and chosen urban niche. 

This is a required preparatory sheet showing my previous sketches, usage of mixed media and brief outline of my background research.