Research and Concept
Letter forms can be represented in numerous styles, textures and sizes while still holding its value. The recognizable formation of the letters allows the viewer to still view the meaning of the letter form no matter how much you morph it. Whether it be 2D or 3D the letter form will remain readable.
First Glyph “S”
The first letter form I have been assigned is S. This letter is easily distinguished by its too curves that look almost like a circle was cut in half, separated and flipped opposite ways. This letter for is often seen shaped by everyday objects such as a rope and creatures like a snake. These curves allow for a lot of room to play with form and be creative with it.
Inspiration
Sketches
Second Glyph “r”
The second letter form I was assigned is “r”. This letter is identified by its streak with an end hook at the top. This letter form is similar to a “P” but only contains half the oval connected to the streak. This letter forms distinct resemblance to a hook sparked my mind when exploring different ways to morph its form.
Inspiration
Sketches
Iterations
‘S’ model
When creating my ‘S’ model design I knew I wanted to give it a 3D look while also giving off the look of a lifted fold. The model still has a lot of work that needs to go into it to give off this effect but I think I’m heading in the right direction. In addition, I want to add some more features to the front face of the ‘S’ to make it pop. I enjoyed working on this model and I’m excited to work on the results I’m looking for.
‘r’ Model
I’m pretty proud with how my ‘r’ model turned out. One thing I think I need to work on with this model is making the ‘r’ in the rose more clear when viewing the rose. Instead of adding a whole stem as I drew up in my concepts I decided to put two petals at the bottom of the rose and I think it helps to viewer to instantly acknowledge what the design is. I really enjoyed making this model and I’m looking forward to making some adjustments and doing a test print.
Final Prints
Final S Reflection
When creating my final ‘S’ I attempted to add more of a curve to the model to stray away for the ‘Z’ shape and I somewhat got the results I was looking for. I tried to create a new model and print it but my printer was shut off so I was sadly never able to get a second variation. I think the design of this model is really cool and I think it turned out great but I wish I was able to get my second variation printed as well.
Final ‘r’ Reflection
After completing my final print for the Rose ‘r’ I was very proud of the results I had. I’m happy with how the ‘r’ in the rose came out and how clear it is that the model resembles a rose. Before beginning this model I was a bit nervous about how it may turn out and these are the results I was looking for when I thought up the design in my head. Overall, I’m very satisfied with how this print turned out.