What skills have you developed through this module and how effectively do you think you have applied them?
I've developed a wide range of skills throughout this module but one of the main ones has been hand crafting my work and finding a style I like. This has been used effectively in a few of my projects and given them a unique edge. I've also developed group work skills because quite a few of the tasks involved working with other people, which is something I don't always enjoy.
What approaches to/methods of research have you developed and how have they informed your design development process?
I've gathered a mixture of primary and secondary research that has been used in developing my ideas. Some of the primary information i've gathered has been used in my final outcomes. The secondary research gave me inspiration for some of my ideas.
What strengths can you identify in your work and how have/will you capitalise on these?
Hand crafted work is definitely a strength because it means my work is unique and I can create my own style. I will capitalise on this by using the hand crafting technique in other projects where it can become relevant.
What weaknesses can you identify in your work and how will you address these more fully?
I feel as though I didn't maybe take as much time as I could have on the 'what is a line' project. I found it quite difficult to get into this project and didn't seem to have a definite idea of what I was doing throughout. The body of work could be a lot greater if i was to look back on it. In future I could possibly look at changing my whole idea to something i'm more sure of.
Identify five things that you will do differently next time and what do you expect to gain from doing these?
1. Spend more time on certain projects
I'll feel more positive about this work and the outcomes will more than likely be better.
2. Change my idea if i'm unsure of the original
I'll enjoy the project more and feel more motivated to do it.
3. Research more
My ideas will be more informed and have things to back them up.
4. Blog regularly
I won't forget anything and can look back on it when working on projects. I'll also be more organised.
5. Use different techniques
My work will become more interesting and i'll possibly even find my style.
Tuesday 26 April 2011
Monday 25 April 2011
Tuesday 5 April 2011
Interim self evaluation.
List 5 practical skills that you have developed. When have they proved useful?
1. Illustrator - when designing posters, leaflets and so on for various different briefs we have been given.
2. Screen printing - when wanting to create a particular style of work and wanting to experiment with different media.
3. Cooking - when trying to have a healthy and exciting diet.
4. Book making - when choosing to create a book as a final piece or generally as part of a project.
5. Cleaning - when tidying my flat to live in a clean environment.
List 5 transferable skills that you have developed. What have you used them for?
1. Presenting - showing my work at crits and presenting my ideas for various projects.
2. Team work - group briefs.
3. Communication - to get information from staff if I need help, group work and also to make new friends.
4. Time management - to make sure everything is done in good time and to suit the deadlines.
5. Organisation - to get ready for submission so I know all the work i'm supposed to be submitting is there. Also when arranging the work load in group briefs.
List 5 things that you have achieved. How have they helped you progress?
1. Learning new techniques - this has given my work more variety and expanded my knowledge.
2. I've gained confidence - this has helped me in presentations and crits.
3. Cooking - I've learnt how to cook new things which means my diet is more varied and exciting.
4. Getting into uni - this has taken me a step closer to becoming a graphic designer.
5. Moving out of the family home - this has taught me to be more independent and also how to manage my finances.
List 5 problems that you have had to face. How have you over come them?
1. Disliking group work - just got on with the task in hand and made as much of a contribution as possible.
2. Lack of money - think ahead when it comes to things like printing final pieces and also budgeted.
3. Disliking a certain brief - tried my best to really get into the subject and come out with a successful final piece.
4. Being unable to find a job - budgeted with the money I do have and worked back home when given the chance in breaks.
5. Forgetting to do certain tasks - I now make a 'to do' list for everything I do.
List 5 facts that you have learned. When have they been useful?
1. Which potatoes are best to roast and to boil them first before roasting them - when cooking.
2. Purple is NOT a colour - when researching and in colour theory.
3. Travelling at peak time on a train I won't get a seat - when travelling home.
4. TGI fridays do the best cocktails - when wanting to kick back and relax.
5. To do lists are the key to organisation - when organising tasks.
List 5 things that you will never do again. Why?
1. Put blogging off - it gets on top of you and fast.
2. Video elective - I didn't enjoy it as much as I though I would and it became such a chore.
3. Choose one of the most expensive places to live - it means you have to budget so much more.
4. Sleep on just my bedroom floor - its so uncomfortable.
5. Eat super noodles - they really aren't a substantial meal.
Which of these words describes the way you work as part of a group?
Decisive
Determined
Tolerant
Considerate
Which of these qualities do you most appreciate about yourself?
Honesty
Creative
Responsible
Punctuality
Organised
Which of these attitudes best describes the way you worked at the start of the group brief?
Organised
Focused
Committed
Which of these attitudes best describes the way you work now?
Organised
Critical
Committed
1. Illustrator - when designing posters, leaflets and so on for various different briefs we have been given.
2. Screen printing - when wanting to create a particular style of work and wanting to experiment with different media.
3. Cooking - when trying to have a healthy and exciting diet.
4. Book making - when choosing to create a book as a final piece or generally as part of a project.
5. Cleaning - when tidying my flat to live in a clean environment.
List 5 transferable skills that you have developed. What have you used them for?
1. Presenting - showing my work at crits and presenting my ideas for various projects.
2. Team work - group briefs.
3. Communication - to get information from staff if I need help, group work and also to make new friends.
4. Time management - to make sure everything is done in good time and to suit the deadlines.
5. Organisation - to get ready for submission so I know all the work i'm supposed to be submitting is there. Also when arranging the work load in group briefs.
List 5 things that you have achieved. How have they helped you progress?
1. Learning new techniques - this has given my work more variety and expanded my knowledge.
2. I've gained confidence - this has helped me in presentations and crits.
3. Cooking - I've learnt how to cook new things which means my diet is more varied and exciting.
4. Getting into uni - this has taken me a step closer to becoming a graphic designer.
5. Moving out of the family home - this has taught me to be more independent and also how to manage my finances.
List 5 problems that you have had to face. How have you over come them?
1. Disliking group work - just got on with the task in hand and made as much of a contribution as possible.
2. Lack of money - think ahead when it comes to things like printing final pieces and also budgeted.
3. Disliking a certain brief - tried my best to really get into the subject and come out with a successful final piece.
4. Being unable to find a job - budgeted with the money I do have and worked back home when given the chance in breaks.
5. Forgetting to do certain tasks - I now make a 'to do' list for everything I do.
List 5 facts that you have learned. When have they been useful?
1. Which potatoes are best to roast and to boil them first before roasting them - when cooking.
2. Purple is NOT a colour - when researching and in colour theory.
3. Travelling at peak time on a train I won't get a seat - when travelling home.
4. TGI fridays do the best cocktails - when wanting to kick back and relax.
5. To do lists are the key to organisation - when organising tasks.
List 5 things that you will never do again. Why?
1. Put blogging off - it gets on top of you and fast.
2. Video elective - I didn't enjoy it as much as I though I would and it became such a chore.
3. Choose one of the most expensive places to live - it means you have to budget so much more.
4. Sleep on just my bedroom floor - its so uncomfortable.
5. Eat super noodles - they really aren't a substantial meal.
Which of these words describes the way you work as part of a group?
Decisive
Determined
Tolerant
Considerate
Which of these qualities do you most appreciate about yourself?
Honesty
Creative
Responsible
Punctuality
Organised
Which of these attitudes best describes the way you worked at the start of the group brief?
Organised
Focused
Committed
Which of these attitudes best describes the way you work now?
Organised
Critical
Committed
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