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 #Blog 3  Day shifting moods On the morning of October 18th, 2024, I woke up to a foggy scene outside my window. It was so cold that I put on an extra jacket before walking from my accommodation to the studio. So, after starting the day with a foggy and cold morning, it had cleared up to sunny weather by the time I returned from university. It sounds like a day with shifting moods, from misty and chilly to bright and warm!  In Vibrant Matter , Jane Bennett explores the idea that all objects, even non-living things, have a kind of vitality or "thing-power." She argues that we usually see objects as passive and only meaningful in relation to human use, but in reality, they have their own energy and ability to affect the world. This reflection talks about how everyday things we might usually ignore—like a glove, a rat, a bottle cap, and a stick—can take on a new, almost "alive" quality when we really pay attention to them. Normally, we see them as just trash or objects...

 #Blog 2   Visit and Reflect On October 11, 2024, we visited St. Mary’s Church in Fratton. After sitting down, we were encouraged to observe the church and its architecture. We were then instructed to sketch using our hands while keeping our eyes closed, allowing us to engage with the forms and shapes in a unique way. We had a activity to do they told us to look at the any view which we liked. And close our eyes, while sketching it seemed little weird. We were aware of the textures, shapes, and sounds around us.  The sketches produced while our eyes are  unexpected to shapes and forms. Then we were to collect draw different types of lines and notice details from it. I discovered various objects during the exercise, such as a cross, intricate flooring patterns, a table with beautiful wooden carvings, a Bible stand, and mosaic patterns on the walls.  There were also many wooden frames that represented different lines. Each element offered unique details that contr...

#Blog1   Mindful Making  "On October 4th, 2024, during our first studio class, we were introduced to a diverse group of students from various nationalities. Our discussion centered on the concept of Time's Suspension, exploring how our personal experiences with time and care influence our understanding of existence, particularly in relation to loss and uncertainty. We were to draw a line on a black chart that extended from the top to the bottom. Although the task seemed easy, we did it; however, we managed to complete it. Everyone expressed their uniqueness by adding a small hint or detail to their lines, making each one distinctive. Chalk for a metaphor for Care and Time Just like chalk is delicate and can easily break or wear away, both time and care can be fragile. Time slips away quickly, and moments can be lost if not cherished.  Care can also be fragile; it requires attention and nurturing to grow, just like a chalk drawing that can fade with time or be erased. I dr...