Michelle (0373843)

Michelle (0373843) Digital Photography and Imaging / Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Creative Media / Taylor's University Final Compilation: Week 1 - Week 14 Reflection I've always loved taking pictures and videos, especially to capture special memories, certain feelings, or just to capture something random. I enjoyed the process of arranging and editing them into a design I can look back to in the future. However, all I knew back then was Oh, I think this looks good!  From this course, I learnt deeper about the aspects and concepts of photography & imaging: How to make a composition of elements in an artwork; How to use many tools and features in digital design; How to incorporate design principles into our artwork; How to take pictures and provide a good environment for the subject/object; How to animate, and not to forget; How to balance rules of design with our own creativity & personality.  I've learn design principles, experience using digital tools,...

23.11.24 - 29.01.24 (Week 14) Michelle (0373843) Digital Photography and Imaging / Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Creative Media / Taylor's University Final Project: Animation Practical This week, I started working on my animation. Sir Faozi suggested me to animate the text and add animation to the background since my poster's background is plain black. I began with selecting a video to use for my background like Sir Faozi's recommendation. Since I want to express the beauty of embracing our true identity through my poster, I chose a sparkly video  I found from YouTube for the background.  Then, I tried doing some animation to the text as suggested by Sir Faozi. However, I wasn't satisfied with the animation. I felt like the animation I did to the text doesn't really fit the whole theme of my poster. I couldn't clearly vision a better animation for it even after some a long time exploring through different medias. So, I take a break for a w...

16.11.24 - 22.12.24 (Week 13) Michelle (0373843) Digital Photography and Imaging / Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Creative Media / Taylor's University Final Project: Poster Progression Practical After getting my sketch approved, I moved on to design my poster in Adobe Photoshop. I selected 3 pictures out of the many I've taken to be used in my work. Below are the images used in my poster. Figure 1 Heart Arms Figure 2 Side angle profile Figure 3 Fun pose Process Work in Adobe Photoshop Before I establish my final poster, I had a few initial designs I tried to do. I tried a couple text layouts, altered its layers, colors and effects. I also tested other background color...

9.11.24 - 15.12.24 (Week 12) Michelle (0373843) Digital Photography and Imaging / Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Creative Media / Taylor's University Final Project: Design Direction  Practical After I've completed writing my biography and work statement along with finding references, I work on planning and visualizing my concept by making a sketch. Figure 1 Rough sketch I upgraded my sketch to be clearer and more defined. My plan is to have the elements ranging in a big, medium, and small size like how we are taught on the first weeks. I placed the text according to the direction of the eye. I picked a cursive and elegant style for the text to suit the message: to letting our true identity show is charming.  Figure 2 Upgraded sketch After making the sketch, I took my own photos by making a DIY-set-up. I got encouraged to do this from the lecture videos provided by Sir Faozi on making our own mini studio.  I used the things I have lying around as a stand for my pho...

2.12.24 - 8.12.24 (Week 11) Michelle (0373843) Digital Photography and Imaging / Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Creative Media / Taylor's University Final Project: Idea Development Autobiography  My name is Michelle. I was born on the 16th of August, 2006, in Jambi, Indonesia. I am the oldest daughter in my family. I am a graduate from a private school in Indonesia. Currently, I am 17 years old and am studying abroad in an international school, Taylor’s University.  Ever since I was little, I’ve always enjoyed art. As a child, I danced and sing a lot. Then ever since I got into school, I start to grow a love for drawing, coloring, and painting. I am also fond of crafting and taking pictures. Concisely, I really enjoy capturing thoughts, feelings, or memories into an artwork. Therefore, I am now majoring in Bachelor of Design in Creative media to deepened my knowledge and broaden my experience in designing and creating art. My love for art becomes a fuel fo...

2.12.24 - 7.01.24 (Week 10 - Week 15) Michelle (0373843) Digital Photography and Imaging / Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Creative Media / Taylor's University Final Project: Cinemagraphs - Self-Titled BLOG REFERENCES Week 11 Idea Development   Week 12 Design Direction   Week 13 Poster Progression   Week 1 Animation   TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Idea development     1.1 A utobiography     1. 2 Work statement     1.3 References 2. Design Direction     2.1 Sketch     2.2 Poster 3. Post Production       Animation 4. Reflection IDEA DEVELOPMENT Autobiography  My name is Michelle. I was born on the 16th of August, 2006, in Jambi, Indonesia. I am the oldest daughter in my family. I am a graduate from a private school in Indonesia. Currently, I am 17 years old and am studying abroad in...

4.11.24 - 1.12.24 (Week 7 - Week 10) Michelle (0373843) Digital Photography and Imaging / Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Creative Media / Taylor's University Project 2B: Poster Design TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Research     1.1  Reference     1.2  Quote of the day 2. Concept     Sketch 3. Poster     3.1 Resources used     3.2 Process     3.3 Final Result RESEARCH Reference Figure 1.1 References (Source: Pinterest) Poster 1:  https://pin.it/2LqwfGCND   Poster 2:  https://pi...

4.11.24 - 1.12.24 (Week 7 - Week 10) Michelle (0373843) Digital Photography and Imaging / Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Creative Media / Taylor's University Project 2: Poster Design & Photo Imaging (Photoshop Exercises) BLOG REFERENCES Week 7 (Double Exposure) Week 9 (Surrealism & Moving Imagery) Week 10 (After Effects) Week 7-10 (Project 2B: Poster Design) TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Project 2A - Double Exposure     1.1 Exercise 1: Follow Tutorial     1.2  Exercise 2: Personal 2. Project 2B -  Poster Design 3. Reflection PROJECT 2A - Double Exposure Follow Tutorial Figure 1.1 Double exposure fol...

18.11.24 - 24.11.24 (Week 9) Michelle (0373843) Digital Photography and Imaging / Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Creative Media / Taylor's University Project 2B: Poster Design TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Lecture - Digital Surrealism 2. Tutorial -  Moving Imagery 3. Practical -  Poster Design LECTURE - Digital Surrealism Realism vs Surrealism Realism: Based on the ordinary from our common world (reality). Surrealism: Twist on reality, explores the subconscious mind, distort the ordinary. Surrealism defies logic, strange, unexpected, filled with dream-like scenes, symbolic images and bizarre juxtapositions. It is a cultural movement focused on type of arts to express about the artist’s idea themselves. Surrealism is fueled by the teachings of Freud and the rebellious work of Dada artists (Dadaism =  An anti war ar...

25.11.24 - 1.12.24 (Week 10) Michelle (0373843) Digital Photography and Imaging / Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Creative Media / Taylor's University After Effects TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Lecture - Intro to After Effects 2. Tutorial -  Interface, Layer & Tools 3. Practical -  After Effects Exercise LECTURE - Intro to After Effects Figure 1.1 After Effects Intro TUTORIAL - Interface, Layer, and Tools We are directed to animate a photoshop file using After Effects following a recorded live demo given in class. The goal is to get to know After Effects, get a picture of how it works, and get used...

4.11.24 - 10.11.24 (Week 7) Michelle (0373843) Digital Photography and Imaging / Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Creative Media / Taylor's University Project 2A: Double Exposure TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Lecture     1.1  Double Exposure     1.2  Color Theory 2. Tutorial -  Double Exposure 3. Practical -  Double Exposure     3.1 Follow Tutorial     3.1 Personal  LECTURE Double Exposure The same lecture given in week 5. It is further elaborated this week through the tutorial and practical. Color Theory Figure 1.2.1  color basics Figure 1.2.2 Color Combos ...

23.9.24 - 3.11.24 (Week 1 - Week 6) Michelle (0373843) Digital Photography and Imaging / Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Creative Media / Taylor's University Project 1: Collage & Digital Imaging BLOG REFERENCES Week 1-4 (Physical & Digital Collages) Week 5 (Photo Manipulation) Week 6 (Recoloring Black & White) TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Project 1A     1.1 Physical Collage     1.2 Digital Collage 2. Project 1B     2.1 Digital Imaging Exercise 1: Photo manipulation (Hearst Mansion)     2.2  Digital Imaging Exercise 2: Recoloring Black & White 3. Reflection PROJECT 1A Phy...