Did some website work today prior to having a little fun with the 3D printer. It took less time than expected to setup the printer, I was able to quickly make my first 3D print using a sample print file that came with the machine.
It was a bit of a transformative experience seeing the nozzle maneuver quickly and systematically while oozing thin threads of plastic inside the machine. The sample print job was a nut and bolt and they actually fit together almost perfectly. Although there’s much room for improvement on the machine built, print time, and print quality, I think I had just witnessed the future of manufacturing and customization.
There’s much to be learnt in this 3D printing medium…
Hardly did any work today. Got in the studio this morning thinking I’ll spend the day to design one last cartoon character before going over some website work. I was surprised that the 3D printer I ordered a few weeks ago got delivered. I’ve yet to finish the 2D products I’ve been designing for the last few weeks! May need to design and test 2D and 3D products in parallel…
Enjoying my spontaneous Saturdays more and more. My parents usually play mahjong on Saturdays, and without painting classes now, I’m rather free to meet up with my good friend – Ms. Spontaneity.
Had lunch with a couple of old friends in Central before visiting the recently opened PMQ – a historical “Police Marital Quarter” renovated into a hub where artists and designers can rent and setup their studios. My friend brought up the idea that I should try renting one of the spaces for my own studio. I never thought about that before visiting the place, but that proposition seemed more and more intriguing the more I think of it. I can totally see myself using the space to showcase and sell some of my designed products. I can also be inspired by and possibly collaborate with neighboring artists and designers. These are some of the things I cannot do at my current studio location.
If not for my sister’s recommendation, I would probably never go into the theatre myself and watch this 3-hour movie. Thankful that I listened to her, I was inspired and started thinking about my aspirations again. Don’t you just love films that compels you to reflect upon your life and question your life’s purpose?!
Was invited by my painting instructor to see an art exhibition showcasing works done by members of the HK Painting Society, enjoyed seeing a large variety of work done in different styles, at different levels (amateur and professional), and in different mediums (oil, acrylic, watercolor, chinese ink,…).
My semester of Saturday classes have finally come to a close today! Since the start of the year, almost all my Saturdays had been occupied by classes (2 painting classes and 1 rubber stamping class), that’s from 4pm till 9:30pm! As much as I enjoy oil painting, doing 2 back-to-back classes on the weekend seemed a little too much.
