Investigative research
Expressive portfolio
Investigative research can include:
- Drawing which is carried out to explore and record the detailed visual qualities of a subject. of The topic or objects chosen for representation in an expressive artwork. In portraiture, the person represented is referred to as the ‘subject’ or ‘sitter’. which you intend to develop into Arrangement of different elements within an artwork or design.
- photographs or images of subject matter which you intend to use in your development
- examples of an artist’s work whose style inspires you and which will influence your own development work
Design portfolio
Investigative research can include:
- images of a source of inspiration which you can explore to generate an idea
- drawings exploring qualities, for example line, pattern, shape, form, texture, which you can develop further
- information which you need to develop your idea successfully
- market research to investigate how other designers have solved a similar problem
- examples of a designer’s work whose style inspires you and which will influence your own development work
Before finalising the investigative research in your portfolio, ask yourself:
- Is this image or information relevant to the rest of my portfolio – have I made use of it in my development work?
- Have I included too much investigative research?
- Is there anything important that I have forgotten to include?
Leave plenty of space for your development and outcome.
