Portfolio

Today we were asked to check  out the graduating class portfolio presentation. Looking at the projects being presented gave me a stronger perspective where I should be. I liked the way everything was layout and ready. Everyones work was easily visible and understandable.  I definitely left with a clearer understanding of whats expected of me at the end of my degree. My favorite of all was the game art design because above all I love video games.

WEEK 7 CRITIQUE PRELIM CRIT NOTES

 This week I sat down with Steve Cross, Robert Bejach, and Abdulmoiz to critique the progress of my visual explanation project. Steve's critique focused on the value. He mentioned that I can play a little more with the mesh tool to get more pronounced tones and contrast. Robert's critique was more about the organization of the layers and how they need to be illustrated if they are going to be presented individualy. Abdulmoiz pointed out that though there is a lot of visual engagement, I am still lacking the project statement to really communicate the whole point of the illustration.

Group critique week 4

This week in class we gathered into groups to critique each others projects. The group consisted of myself, Robert Bejach, and Gabriel Donohoe. It allowed us to get a fresh perspective of each others work and get a better sense of direction of what we should focus on more and how we can improve our projects. Even though they liked the concept, there was still some needed explanation, which is a telltale sign that my concept could be a little more symbolic.
Robert suggested modifying the traffic light to give it more of a balanced look, and the yellow may be overpowering the concept. Gabriel suggested being more simplistic with the car on the scale. I definitely have a good sense of direction at the end of the critique.

WEEK 2 PEER FEED BACK

During class we were matched up with a random class mate so that we could critique each others creative process. Graham Herman was the classmate that I was matched with and it was a pleasure to meet. After reading the editorial that I chose he asked me what my understanding was about the topic at hand. After explaining to him he definitely agreed that the sketches matched the project and appropriately portraid a point of a perspective. Ultimately the sketches don't really show much of a direction because it still doesn't effectively communicate to the audience. There wasn't enough symbolism in my concepts and I need do more brainstorming.

EDITORIAL SKETCHES

Week One Editorial Analysis

THE SEATTLE TIMES
SEATTLE BICYCLE TRAFFIC 2ND AVE
http://blogs.seattletimes.com/opinionnw/2014/09/25/seattles-2nd-avenue-bike-lane-is-working/

THE SEATTLE TIMES

SHAPING SEATTLE'S UNDERSTANDING OF LATINOS THROUGH http://blogs.seattletimes.com/opinionnw/2014/10/08/shaping-seattles-understanding-of-latinos-through-film/

SEATTLEPI

WHAT DEAD ROCKSTARS WOULD BE DOING
http://www.seattlepi.com/entertainment/music/article/Rock-stars-who-died-too-young-and-where-they-5812361.php

I chose the article about seattle bicycle traffic because it was the most relatable. A luxury we don't always get in a project. The image in the webpage i fell has a lot going on and I don't think the designer that posted the image didn't spend a lot of time for better creative solutions. The article is about traffic laws being broken by bicyclists in Seattle, without the law coming down like the rest who drive vehicles. It has left a bad taste for the people who drive through there everyday. The Police however as portrayed in this article don't impose the law because its green. I for one don't drive much anymore since I moved here. But I don't miss the days when I did. My representation was going to an image of a loading truck and smaller vehicle waiting at a red light. The bicyclist in front of the two vehicles waiting past the crosswalk almost in the middle of the street blocking pedestrians and traffic. Meanwhile police patrol going about their merry day.

Inspiring Illustrators

FRANK FRAZZETTA .http://frankfrazetta.net

 I have always been a fan of frank frazzeta’s work. His caliber of creativity trumps even today’s top illustrators in my opinion. Even though his comic book days were short he had an overwhelming presence and staggering technique. To me the most impressive part about his work is considering how old it is. He truly was ahead of his time

Alex Rosshttp://www.alexrossart.com/faq.asp

Alex Ross’s work is just as groundbreaking as frank’s work.My favorite part about alex’s work is how he always achieve’s to make his work look vintage. It’s definitely a different approach from the rest but that’s what make his work so special.

Dave Gibbonsen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dave_Gibbons Wikipedia

Dave Gibbons is best known for watchmen. The story is definitely better than the graphic novel illustrations, however each panel in the book is drawn in a minimalist way, and I appreciated that, because it made it easier to follow along. Watchmen is besides pulp fiction my favorite movie of all time.