Zaptabby is a visual artist exploring the theme of abstraction.
(šĀ²)ound + Vision + (Peak + MarkMaking (šĀ²)District x ShefFIELD) + Drawing + Automism + (Mix-media x (SĀ²)pirituality) = ABSTRACTION
As well as helping Zaptabby with his own creative projects, research, knowledge, skills and experimentation, hopefully this journal will also inspire creative individuals with their work. Feel free to subscribe to this journal or any of the individual categories below.
A Space to Find ā Inspiration, Percolation, Preparation, Creation, Reflection ā
SEEKING CREATIVE INSPIRATION
Visiting galleries, parks, museums; listening to music, public street art trails around Sheffield, researching artists and techniques.
ART OF LISTENING HAS BEEN LOST
Peak District walks, a detachment from modern life.
INTENTIONAL CAMERA MOVEMENT
Photo walks ā Exploring locations in Sheffield, Peak District and surrounding areas.
FIGURATIVE ABSTRACTION
Preparatory sketchbook work, abstract mark-making, painting, drawing, drypoint, mix media and collage.
ABSTRACT AUTOMATISM
The process of improvisation, spontaneity and chance ā Collagraphs and monoprinting
HYBRIDS, MULTIPLICITY AND THE UNKNOWN
Experimental ā collages, combining traditional printmaking techniques and digital prints. Further development with other media, video, featuring non-linear narratives, combining facts with fiction, fusing cultures and languages and blurring realities with video effects.
CREATIVE PROJECTS
Current and future art, design and photography projects.
RESOURCES
How-to art techniques, media and equipment, creative software tutorials, technical problem solving.
YOUTUBE VIDEOS
In conjunction, Zaptabby has setup two YouTube channels which will interweave with the creative content of this journal. Feel free to subscribe to any of the two YouTube channels below.
ZAPTABBY
ZAPTABBY EXPLORES SHEFFIELD
š„ ZAPTABBY EXPLORES SHEFFIELD
ECHOES OF THE PAST
Walking tours around Sheffield's historic heritage.
VIRTUAL WALKS
Experience the sights and sounds of Sheffield's iconic landmarks, architecture, parks and trails, interspersed with hidden gems and famous facts.
RANDOM SNAPSHOTS
Short video locations and montages.
FLEETING MOMENTS
Car drives around Sheffield.