Pattern Studies: Can Opener
Fall 2017
Graphic Survey
The following are different compositions of patterns, accentuating the unique features of an ordinary can opener.
L: This piece was inspired by neon lights and the movement of palm trees. The electric blue streaks in the background are depicting the action of opening a can, ridges and all. And the yellow circles that represent can tops kind of cut the composition into more chewable pieces, with the yellow contrasting the darker palette of the background. The pinks of the can openers are offset to show even further that movement and twisting utility of the actual object.
R: This piece was a variation on the "Santa Barbara", neon palette of the left. I chose a warmer sunset palette for this one. The elements are still with the same intent, only with different experiments in regards to color.
For this piece, I wanted to capture the whole 360-degree movement of opening a can. In doing this, the resulting form is almost floral and natural-looking. This contrast creates an odd relationship between this natural flower constructed and the individual, utilitarian object intended. I just really enjoyed messing around with this dynamic and even made the color scheme more natural to compliment this relationship.
L: I wanted to broaden my color choices, as shown in this piece. The white circles highlight the can openers themselves, whereas the muted stripes in the background make them pop as well.
R: In this piece, I focused more on the circle form than the flash of it's left counterpart. I chose a more mature color palette, with a sleek muted navy and more toned down colors to match. I believe that the simplicity of the can opener forms and the circles is successful in drawing the viewer in, but not overwhelming them at the same time.
