1. What did you learn?
I learned how to combine elements from different images into a cohesive layout. I also learned how to creatively incorporate the required elements to work with my portfolio images.
2. What was easy?
The technical aspect of the project was the easiest because we had practiced the strategies several times in class.
3. What was challenging?
Figuring out a way for my images to work with this project was the most challenging. My portfolio is all landscapes so I could not create a typical collage. This forced me to think outside the box and take a different approach.
4. How could your submission be improved?
The masking of the tree can be improved. The edges appear sharp because it is difficult to softly mask branches. These edges could be more carefully edited to appear more naturally.
5. How could the professor improve the assignment for the next class?
I think the assignment requirements are fine, but demoing a few different ways to apply the techniques could be helpful.
6. How might you apply your knowledge in future assignments or work scenarios?
I did not know about the clouds feature in Photoshop and I usually just find an image from Google. I think the Photoshop method is way better and I will definitely use it in the future.
7. How did a specific reading or video inspire or help you?
I was stuck on how to combine my images into a single canvas, but the Mashable article helped me realize I should take a more realistic and subtle approach.
