So, I've been outta action for Monday and Tuesday (one due to illness, the other due to an interview), when I came back on the Wednesday, I have an odd surprise of an oil painting and a note.
A transcript:
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Dear Liyi,
As you may have seen from my poster on the notice board, my fmp is about intrusion. As you haven't crossed your name off the list I put up, I have chosen you as a subject. I have left you the painting I have been working on and I would really appreciate some feedback about the painting from you. Obviously I am not expecting a great amount of feedback, a few words about what you think about being chosen to be part of the project. Once you have done this, leave the painting and feedback at [crossed off]Reception[crossed off/] with Margaret addressed to John Smith, where I will collect it.
Thank you very much for your participation,
John Smith
(hit me up on facey b BROTHA)
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That painting is based off a photo. I know this because I remember a flash going off whilst I was sleeping in that position. I was half awake, so I remember hearing the clicking of a d-slr shutter. From what I'll comment about the painting... It's an oil painting, but it looks rushed... and parts are out of proportion, but that's just an objective observation.
In terms of how I feel: I like the idea they're going with, and I'm kinda touched by the idea of having an original painting being delivered to my studio space as an unexpected commission. I probably should ask the question "why me?" y'know, if it was random, or if this person wanted to see what sort of reaction I'd garner. Whatever it is, I intend to continute correspondence - it feels as though I've been inadvertantly entered into a tennis match of sorts, and so far I've just returned the ball in a straightforward manner, eagerly anticipating Mr. Smith's next move. Hmm... actually, I don't feel John Smith deserves the "Mr." part yet. I'll revert to calling him John for now I suppose...
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| My reply was late due to unforseen circumstances |
A transcript of my response (on the right):
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Dear John Smith,
It was a pleasant surprise to find an original painting of myself unconcious upon my studio desk.
So far, I like it.
However, for the theme of intrusion, it feels a bit mild. It comes across more as an unexpected commission, rather thaan something intrusive.
Step it up Mr. "Smith".
I look forward to your further exploits >: )
kind regards,
Liyi Zhang
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