In my final year I have to complete a creative project as well as my modules for Art and Textiles. Originally this was going to be a research project on sustainability and waste, however when I found I wasn't really getting into my research as it seemed to merge too closely with my other modules, I changed my ideas.
I am right-handed and wanted to see if it would be possible to train myself to write with my left hand. As this idea developed, I decided I would use Charles Darwin's book 'Origin of Species' and as I progressed through the book my handwriting would, in theory, evolve! It is a rather long book and I do realise that I have, yet again, set myself a long, repetitive and meticulous task, nevertheless, fingers crossed at the end of the project I might be ambidextrous.
In order to document this development, I am going to use a single roll of paper, approx. 60cm wide, so that when finished I can display the piece unravelled allowing people to see the whole process of my progress.
At the same time as writing I will video myself, to see if I acquire any subconscious habits in which to facilitate my learning, and I also believe that when displaying my work it would complete the installation to have the video, the actual piece, and the pens which I have used.
Wish me luck!!
