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Human in the LoopJonathan Harrell’s Commonplace Book

Pages from a book celebrating the art and design of my brother Luca (1991-2013).

A detailed rendering of a modern guitar clip design, featuring sleek, angular lines and a combination of dark and metallic textures. The clip is set against a soft blue glow, highlighting its form and function. Below the image, the name "Luca Harrell" is displayed, along with the text "Art & Design," emphasizing the creative and contemporary nature of the design.
A hand-drawn self-portrait sketch from 2013, capturing the artist's facial features with soft pencil lines and cross-hatching to emphasize shading and texture.
A minimalist white page featuring the name "Luca Harrell" under the title "Art & Design," along with a stylized signature beneath it.
A finely detailed drawing of a silver teapot from 2010, paired with an image of a hand holding an ornate teacup. The rendering focuses on the metallic shine and reflections.
A text page introducing a fine art collection from 2011-2013, with a Ralph Waldo Emerson quote about the importance of putting heart into one's work.
A hand-drawn sketch from 2012, featuring two hands in different positions: one gripping a rope and the other relaxed, showing anatomical detail and soft shading.
A pastel drawing of two clear drinking glasses, reflecting light softly. The shading and highlights create a realistic and transparent appearance on a dark background.
A detailed architectural sketch of a house model from 2010, showing a building with a stone base and large angled windows, along with side views and roof designs.
A model of a contemporary house with sharp, angular lines. The structure has large glass windows and a slanted roof, built on a simple base, with a clean, minimalist style.
Concept sketches and renders of various product designs, including a stool with a height-adjustable mechanism and creative light fixtures, blending modern materials like wood and metal.
A series of desk lamp designs from 2011 featuring sleek, minimalist styles. The lamps have modern, geometric forms, including curved and angular elements, with wood and metal components.