As our outcome for Act 1, we are to show all of our work produced in the related workshops and tasks in a ‘container’. This container could either be chosen or built and could vary from being an archive box to a suitcase. For me recently it has been important to recognise all different types and forms of illustrations. Having said this, I wanted my box to represent a type of illustration that I haven’t been able to create myself yet or show in my work so far. 

My container is covered in maps. Maps are a source of information for our surroundings. We use them to navigate and make sense of our location and whereabouts. Through the use of simple patterns and lines they give order and help us understand. I find maps are created in an aesthetically pleasing way but are also rational and analytical. Once I came across this box that was covered in geometric lines and roads I thought it could be the perfect container to display my illustrations, because I felt like it almost gave order to the random illustrations that are all part of Act 1. 

The hand in exhibition we had for the containers was very effective. It was incredible to see everyones containers displayed in our studio. What I love about studying a design course is seeing the outcomes from a brief. I find it incredible to see how everyone interprets the same brief in such a diverse way. I was curious and intrigued to look at other peoples work and see what inspired them for this project. The feedback we received for each other was very positive and I feel that everyone enjoyed this ‘exhibition’. I acquired compliments on my style of work and ideas for the project. Below are examples of other students containers.