Alana Sofia Othman / 0353451 / Bachelor of Design (Hons) in Creative Media
Design Principles
Final Compilation & Reflection
BLOG LINKS
MY WORK
Exercise 1: Figure Ground
Past & Present
Exercise 2: Contrast
Yearn
Project 1: Self-Portrait
Ocean on Fire
Project 2: Sense of Place
Sweet Escape
Project 3: Visual Analysis
The Dragon Within (Forgotten Magic)
REFLECTION
Experience
I have thoroughly enjoyed this module and being in Dr Charles' classes. Based off my experience from my previous university, there are not that many lecturers who can do what he does, give proper constructive criticism and feedback to push a student further. There were many times during this module where I would feel stuck, however I would cling onto a word or phrase Dr Charles mentioned during feedback that spark an idea allowing me to approach everything differently, unlocking a secret vault I did not know was there.
I enjoyed the final project the most as I learnt from my previous struggles and had the oppurtunity to overcome it. It was a cherry on top that the final project allowed absolute creative freedom in sense of theme and ideas. It gave me the space to analyse something I love and mix it into my work.
Observations
I love how easy and comfortable it was to be in the classes for this module. Everyone made it a comfortable space to share ideas and help each other out. It felt a slight collaborative and not at all competitive which was absolutely beautiful.
I noticed some of my weaknesses during this module, for example, my lack of confidence with my work. However, I also found my strength with the ability and willingness to learn quickly and adapt. Prior to this module, I always felt I did not know enough to be considered a designer. Now, I realise that I do have the creative and technical abilities/skills, of course I will need to continue to hone it, but it is not that I am completely incompetent.
Findings
Through writing my reflections in this format breakdown, I have learnt a lot about my work process and how I struggle with fear of rejection/failure and insecurities of my capabilities. I learnt that I undermine myself a lot. Although I managed to break out of it for the final assignment, I will still need to always be aware and keep working on it as it is not something I can overcome overnight. In this short semester, I actually learnt quite abit about design theory and how to let go of all logic and allow creativity to flow, something my previous university lacked in teaching me. This module, along with the help and guidance from Dr Charles, has taught me that I need to learn to let go sometimes and to not stay too fixed on one idea/perspective.
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