Graphite is one of the most widely used materials in Art & Media, graphite can be used in many ways but it's main purpose is for drawing. Drawing with graphite is very diverse, you can create dark and light tones easily and can also erase any mistakes without much trouble.

I frequently use graphite in my work to create images to develop in the future


Here is an example of a graphite drawing,

Health & Safety: Graphite is overall a safe material to use. But may propose hazard dangers if inhaled frequently or if the dust were to get into your eyes.

Ink is a very useful material to use in art and media. It allows you to create very washed lines whilst still creating dark outer lines. It also allows you to smudge and create dynamic shapes with sleek texture. When painting with ink, you must go careful to not make mistakes as it's not easily un-doable. When painting with ink it is also advisable to paint more freely creating lines as if you were sketching, this can give a very nice effect to your work.

I have used ink in the past to create very unique images, images with sudden dark shadowing, i hope to use it in future projects.

Below an image painted with ink,

Health & Safety: Ink can be extremely dangerous if it were to enter the blood stream, you should always take care with ink as it proposes obvious safety hazards.

Paper mache is a technique very creative way to create 3-d shapes. It is made from paper, glue and water. When wet the macho is easily editable you may craft it diversely around objects. When the paper macho dries it turn s rock hard, creating the shape which was crafted in the soft mix.

I have used this technique in the past to create sculptures and prototypes and hope to use it more in the future as i find it a very useful technique to use.

Below is an example of paper mache 

Health & Safety: Paper mache is generally a safe item to use. Apart from if the substance were to enter the blood stream or eyes, it could cause some damage.

Paper is probably the most widely material for one to draw upon. It is very diverse and can be used in many ways not just for drawing. you can create sculptures and unique patterns by folding and cutting into it.


I have used paper a lot of the time in my work. Using it achieve many sketches and work towards my portfolio.


Below some paper,

Health & Safety: Paper can be dangerous as the edges are sharp, paper cuts can occur when the paper is moved quick along the skin, cutting it open. 

Sketching is a very useful technique, sketching allows you to freely draw light lines which can later be developed into darker lines of which is then one step closer to using as your final outline for your image. For one to get the best results from sketching you must be loose and free with your drawing, creating almost accidental lines then developing upon these can create unique shapes which really go well with the work.


I often use sketching in my own work. I always sketch an image before drawing in the drawler lines to insure i have the best possible composition and the most interesting shapes possible.


Below an image of a sketch.

Health & Safety: Sketching itself is pretty safe. Although excessive drawing my cause wrist problems and blisters on the fingers.

The lasso tool in photoshop is an extremely useful tool in photoshop, it enables you to select a certain area of the image freely. It allows you to create effects which would not be possible without the tool. if you select a certain area using it you can also feather the ages, so when you add the effect the area is also blends the edges with the area surrounding the selection.


I have used the tool many times in my work. I shall defiantly keep using it as it's a very useful tool to use. I have used it to create blurs in certain places rather than blurring the whole image.


Below an image of the lasso tool,

Health & Safety: Excessive use of computers may result in eye damage and many other health problems. It is always recommended to take regular breaks to insure your health is kept to a decent standard.

The Scalpel is a very useful tool when creating complicated cuts. It allows you to craft complicated shapes without the use of scissors which would be a lot harder to do. The scalpel is a diverse object you can also use it to take layers of cardboard for example. Which can create 3-d effects within your work.


I have used the scalpel in my own work many times. Cutting out sticker vinyl and sketches which would be impossible to cut out with scissors.


Here is an example of the Scalpel,

Health & Safety: The scalpel has obvious safety hazards, it has a very sharp blade which can easily cut through skin. You should always go careful when handling the scalpel and when not in use it should always have the protective cover over the top of the blade.