Kyra Laurie's DMA Blog

What did you learn?

In this project, I learned how to create an AR app for an immersed shopping experience. Most importantly, I practiced more with the “Prototype” feature to make the app easily accessible and interactive.

What was easy?

I think that choosing the design system and making the interactions was easy.

What was challenging?

Initially, I felt very prepared to take on this project. But, I struggled with exporting the videos into Figma. Once I figured it out, everything else went smoothly.

How could your submission be improved?

I think my submission could be improved by taking more time to figure out why one of my videos kept exporting with such a high brightness. I tried a variety of methods and messed with the settings but got the same result every time. Additionally, I wish I developed a more efficient “flow” between my pages.

How could this assignment be improved for the next class?

I believe that the assignment is very clear and well-thought out. I don’t think there needs to be any changes.

How might you apply your knowledge in future assignments or work scenarios?

The skills and principles I learned from this project will be very beneficial for future assignments and work scenarios. I could use this as a marketing or social media strategy to engage my audience or bring life to my artwork.

How did a specific reading or video inspire or help you?

Although there was not a specific reading or video that inspired my images, I was inspired by all of the student examples. I went through each of the examples provided and could not believe how amazing they all were! Through this, I tried to make something just as great.

Link to my Figma prototype:

https://www.figma.com/file/fZUUe9srEy4QcNdiMCoN8s/project3_lauriek_dma217?node-id=0%3A1&t=LWpwrWl4Pmegucef-0

I am really proud of the graphics I developed for Project 3. However, the most challenging part was deciding on a topic. I think that if I developed my project idea sooner, I would’ve enhanced some more pieces of my project. My favorite graphic is the Motorola Dyna TAC 8000X (also known as the Brick Phone) because it was the most phone to develop and design!

Link to my figma file: https://www.figma.com/file/3hxxLBi7xZQbFO3a5mK2qg/DMA-395-Project-3?node-id=31%3A51&t=gbn8eLnbkI6OYA1n-0

To be completely transparent, I really struggled with this project. I found myself in a really deep creative “rut.” But, I was finally able to work through it and develop something I am proud of! I feel that I have come a long way since project 1 and am pleased with the results. On a personal note, my favorite of the nine icons is the Blazing BLT or Freezing Ice Cream Cone!

What did you learn?

In this project, I learned how to create content that is accessible and easy to use on both mobile and desktop devices. Most importantly, I practiced more with the “Prototype” feature to make the app easily accessible and interactive.

What was easy?

I think that choosing the color schemes and importing the content into my pages was easy. Additionally, it was easy to convert my mobile pages to desktop.

What was challenging?

Initially, I felt very prepared to take on this project. But, I struggled with my design system because of flaws I made in the beginning. Once I went back and fixed those errors, everything else went smoothly.

How could your submission be improved?

I think my submission could be improved by taking more time to brainstorm and sketch beforehand. Once I chose my features and color scheme, everything eventually lines up, but it took longer to get there! Additionally, I wish I developed a more efficient “flow” between my pages.

How could this assignment be improved for the next class?

I believe that the assignment is very clear and well-thought out. I don’t think there needs to be any changes.

How might you apply your knowledge in future assignments or work scenarios?

The skills and principles I learned from this project will be very beneficial for future assignments and work scenarios. I could use this as a marketing or social media strategy to engage my audience or bring life to my artwork.

How did a specific reading or video inspire or help you?

Although there was not a specific reading or video that inspired my images, I was inspired by all of the student examples. I went through each of the examples provided and could not believe how amazing they all were! Through this, I tried to make something just as great.

Link to my Figma prototype:

https://www.figma.com/file/e4Iz5w69rE0egOIgIGSQmU/Kyra-Laurie-Project-2-DMA217?node-id=0%3A1

To be completely transparent, I really struggled with this project. I do not consider myself to be a “traditional artist” in the sense of drawing, painting, or embellishing artwork. I am not very proud of this piece and would like to re-work it in a different sense. I am hoping that I can use this project as a starting point to only improve my digital illustration skills.

What did you learn?

In this project, I learned how to design the frames of an app. Most importantly, I learned how to use the “Prototype” feature to make the app easily accessible and interactive.

What was easy?

I think that choosing the color schemes and features of the app were easy.

What was challenging?

Initially, it was challenging to work through the creation of components and variables. Previous to this project, I did not have much experience with making interactive pieces. Once I worked through this issue a couple times, it became very easy!

How could your submission be improved?

I think my submission could be improved by taking more time to brainstorm and sketch beforehand. Once I chose my features and color scheme, everything eventually lines up, but it took longer to get there! Additionally, I wish I developed a more efficient “flow” between my pages.

How could this assignment be improved for the next class?

I believe that the assignment is very clear and well-thought out. I don’t think there needs to be any changes.

How might you apply your knowledge in future assignments or work scenarios?

The skills and principles I learned from this project will be very beneficial for future assignments and work scenarios. I could use this as a marketing or social media strategy to engage my audience or bring life to my artwork.

How did a specific reading or video inspire or help you?

Although there was not a specific reading or video that inspired my images, I was inspired by all of the student examples. I went through each of the examples provided and could not believe how amazing they all were! Through this, I tried to make something just as great.

Link to my Figma prototype:

https://www.figma.com/file/kqEChLzoydL9FzWJPOaEw8/DMA217_Project1?node-id=0%3A1

What did you learn?

In this project, I learned how to create a consistent design pattern that follow the same rules to make the images feel like a group. Additionally, this project reviewed concepts that I learned throughout the semester – grids, color schemes, pattern creation, etc.

What was easy?

I think that choosing the color schemes and images were easy.

What was challenging?

I found that choosing fonts and placement could be challenging. I wanted to ensure that I was adhering to the grid system while creating an appealing, presentable stamp. Additionally, I spent a lot of time debating which font would work best and whether it should be italicized or bold.

How could your submission be improved?

I think my submission could be improved by taking more time to brainstorm and sketch beforehand. Once I chose my images and color scheme, everything eventually lines up, but it took longer to get there!

How could this assignment be improved for the next class?

I believe that the assignment is very clear and well-thought out. I don’t think there needs to be any changes.

How might you apply your knowledge in future assignments or work scenarios?

The skills and principles I learned from this project will be very beneficial for future assignments and work scenarios. I could use this to make similar projects or even to explain the principles of pattern creation, grids, color schemes, and symbolism.

How did a specific reading or video inspire or help you?

Although there was not a specific reading or video that inspired my images, I was inspired by all of the student examples. I went through each of the examples provided and could not believe how amazing they all were! Through this, I tried to make something just as great.

What did you learn?

In this project, I learned how to take a metaphor and interpret it through symbols and shapes.

What was easy?

I believe that easiest part was combining my two bitmap images (the hand and the globe) and choosing the colors I wanted to use.

What was challenging?

The most challenging part was choosing a metaphor and the symbols to go with it! I originally chose the abstract metaphor of “moral compass” but I decided that I could do a lot more with “the world is in the palm of your hand.” After I chose my metaphor, it was must easier to choose the symbols associated with it.

How could your submission be improved?

I think my submission could be improved by taking more time to brainstorm and sketch beforehand. Once I choose my bitmap images, everything eventually lines up, but it took longer to get there!

How could this assignment be improved for the next class?

I believe that the assignment is very clear and well-thought out. I don’t think there needs to be any changes.

How might you apply your knowledge in future assignments or work scenarios?

The skills and principles I learned from this project will be very beneficial for future assignments and work scenarios. I could use this to make similar projects or even to explain the principles pattern creation and symbolism.

How did a specific reading or video inspire or help you?

Although there was not a specific reading or video that inspired my images, I was inspired by all of the student examples. I went through each of the examples provided and could not believe how amazing they all were! Through this, I tried to make something just as great.

What did you learn?

I learned about color modes, schemes, properties, and contrast. We analyzed the color wheel and learned how to utilize it in a variety of ways to enhance digital art.

What was easy?

In this project, I think incorporating Gestalt principles was much easier! As I was working, I would notice that I would use these principles without even realizing it. Additionally, I found that using shapes to form depth and create unique objects was easy.

What was challenging?

The most challenging part of the project was deciding which color scheme to use in each landscape. I would have to begin to develop my frame to determine which color scheme to use.

How could your submission be improved?

My submission could be improved by planning out my frames more beforehand. In some instances, I feel that I came up with concepts on the spot, which caused it to take longer.

How could this assignment be improved for the next class?

I believe that the assignment is very clear and well-thought out. I don’t think there needs to be any changes.

How might you apply your knowledge in future assignments or work scenarios?

The skills and principles I learned from this project will be very beneficial for future assignments and work scenarios. I could use this to make similar projects or even to explain the principles of color and Gestalt to others.

How did a specific reading or video inspire or help you?

Although there was not a specific reading or video that inspired my images, I was inspired by all of the student examples. I went through each of the examples provided and could not believe how amazing they all were! Through this, I tried to make something just as great.

What did you learn?

In this project, I learned how to incorporate Gestalt principles and grids into digital design. Also, I became more familiar with Figma and its abilities.

What was easy?

I think that the easiest part was printing my project out and cutting each of the frames out.

What was challenging?

The most challenging part of the project was coming up with ideas for each of my frames. Since this is more of an abstract piece, as well as involving Gestalt principles, I had trouble figuring out how to represent each line.

How could your submission be improved?

My submission could be improved by planning out my frames more beforehand. In some instances, I feel that I came up with concepts on the spot, which caused it to take longer.

How could this assignment be improved for the next class?

I believe that the assignment is very clear and well-thought out. I don’t think there needs to be any changes.

How might you apply your knowledge in future assignments or work scenarios?

The skills and principles I learned from this project will be very beneficial for future assignments and work scenarios. I could use this to make similar projects or even to explain the principles learned to others.

How did a specific reading or video inspire or help you?

Although there was not a specific reading or video that inspired my images, I was inspired by all of the student examples. I went through each of the examples provided and could not believe how amazing they all were! Through this, I tried to make something just as great.