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Final Film Idea

I want to base my film off a journal entry I wrote when I was 15 about killing bugs. I found it in a random journal I wrote in only a couple times when I was trying to find some inspiration and creativity. Its just such a weird journal entry and its weird to think about how I was once that age and that person. I want to tell this exact story probably through a voiceover and include videos of me and videos of bugs.

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I don't understand how people can just kill bugs. How they can step on them and squish them and throw them away and feel nothing. I just can't do that. Even when I step on an ant while walking home I just stop. I stop and stare at it squirm around and I feel like shit. I get this overwhelming feeling of guilt and I don't know why. Like one time my dad told me to step on a bug and I did and I heard it crack and felt it crush under me and all I could feel again was that guilt. Why did I listen to him and kill that bug? What did that goddamn bug do to me and why I care so much? Well that's just it, I care too much. I care about all the bugs that get squished and stepped on and thrown out. I care about these bugs so much.

~S.K

Quotidian #5

Response to 5 Artists

Peter Campus - Three Transitions
This video was so memorizing to watch and also thought provoking but mostly just confused thoughts. I did enjoy watching it but I'm unclear on the message although I don't think it matters with this specific video. 

Bill Viola - Emergence 
This video to me seems almost religious or at least pulling towards that idea, I like this style of questionable art that doesn't display a solid message because I feel like work I have done in the past shows a similar idea.

Valie Export - Facing A Family
This video was kind of boring, the scenery never changed which made the video seem flat and uninteresting.

Jesper Just - No Man Is An Island II
For some reason I really enjoyed this video, the scenery was appealing and the song was nice to listen to. The man that seemed confused throughout the video brought reality back into this breakout of song which I liked.

Gary Hill - Wall Piece
This video made me so uncomfortable to watch but it was the sort of thing I forced myself to finish for the purpose of art. It was executed well and it was so weird to the point that you had to keep watching it.

Homework #7

I honestly never knew or gave much thought into how fonts and layouts can make or break how something is presented but after reading these articles I understand now. I remember in middle school when I'd read articles online for class I never understood why sometimes it'd be so uncomfortable to but now I know it all depends on how it was made. Some fonts can be very annoying to have to stare at for too long and I would rather look at something pleasing to the eye.

Opposing Posters

Quotidian #4

Diary Entries

GETTING MY "7 STAGES OF GRIEF" LANTERNS IN AN ART MUSEUM 

I remember being 17 and how I felt when I made these pieces. After 2 years I finally felt that my grieving had ended and I could go on with my life without feeling guilty for the days I was blessed with and she was not. After I made these pieces I could put away any negative emotion I had and finally be happy without having the thought in the back of my head telling me if I deserve it or not.

It has taken me years to even consider taking the first step to get my piece showcased. It took months of planning and preparation for someone to even consider talking to me and now a weight has been lifted off my shoulder. Knowing someone even liked my work enough to want others to enjoy it, question it, criticize it and admire it makes me feel like it has all been worth it. I've been waiting around for weeks to hear back on whether or not they wanted my piece or not and now I can actually say I have a piece in an art museum.

Waking up this morning I didn't think I would get an answer today or anytime soon really. I don't like to get my hopes up so I’ve been playing it cool but now I can't help but celebrate my achievements and look back on my hard work. I know she would be happy for me too and that makes me feel calm remembering that.

GRADUATING GRAD SCHOOL

At this point in my life I can finally consider myself to be an adult. Today I am getting my masters degree and finishing this chapter of my life that revolved around school. I woke up early today, not because I wanted to but because I couldn't sleep any longer. My dad has been constantly lecturing me about being serious in school and with my life and now my work has finally paid off.

I was the first one awake in my house, I stayed in bed a little longer and then decided to start my day. The ceremony wasn't until the evening so I had time to do whatever I wanted with my day. I spent my morning alone and watched tv and played on my phone, this was probably going to be the last time in awhile I could waste time. I spent the rest of my day getting ready for tonight, I did my hair and makeup, ironed my dress, and painted my nails. My brother flew in for the occasion and he dropped me off at school since I had to be there before guests came. During the car ride he told me how proud he is of me and basically not to mess up the perfect life I’ve worked hard for. I wasn't surprised since he's been giving me these lectures for who knows how long.

Once the clock turned to 5 the graduation music started playing. I waited and waited and after an hour or so I began to make my way towards hands I had to shake and a degree I had to grab. In a blur of a moment I heard my name being called and the sounds of cheering from my family in the distance. I walked down a line of people I didn't really know and was handed the end of my school career and the beginning of the rest of my career. After several more speeches it was time to leave, it all felt so long and short at the same time. The rest of the night was spent with hugs, congratulations, gifts and dinner and I finally came home with the rest of my life ahead of me.

BUYING MY FIRST HOME

After weeks of packing and years of leases I finally get to move into my first home that is actually mine. I lived in the same home my entire life but there was always an underlying feeling that this space isn't entirely my own. I had my own room but that was about it.

I woke up early for moving day, like before sunrise early. I rented a UHAUL and began to stack my boxes by the front door. My brother spent the night at my place so he could help me get settled into my new home. It took us about 2 hours but we managed to fix all my junk into the truck and after I dropped my keys off and said one last goodbye to my last apartment, we were on our way.

By time we got there it started to warm up outside and we decided to work fast before one of us passes out. Little by little and box by box we managed to get everything finally inside my home. After hours of organizing and unpacking we managed to fall asleep in the middle of our work. After my first day of moving we were able to finish unpacking the kitchen and my bedroom which are probably the only rooms I really need. The next morning my brother had his flight set for later in the day, I decided I could finish the work myself since I want everything in a specific place for my liking. We said our goodbyes and he went off and I went back into my new home.

Homework #4

I just googled "movie posters" I don't even know what this movie is about, but I really like this poster. The composition is interesting because theres something to look at at each corner, rather than right in the center. I like the animated element to the poster because it makes me take a second look at it. The color scheme was also executed well, it looks like theres only about 2-3 prominent colors in this poster but it still flows well.

Quotidian #3

5 Year Plan (First Step)

Within 5 years I would like to be "older and wiser", I'd like to think everyday I'm learning something new and becoming a better self so in 5 years I want to be nicer and smarter and take better care of myself and my body. At that point in my life I want to have a better diet, preferably cutting out dairy products because I think they're gross but I love yogurt. I want to be working towards my masters degree within 5 years, at that point I hope to be graduated college but I want to further my educated than just 4 years and I also hope to be working by then. I want to have my own car, I really don't think I will be moved out by then because my parents are foreign and thats just not a thing you do so it would be unrealistic to say so. I want to travel to several states in America that I haven't been to before, I'd like to go to Illinois because my brother lives there, Oregon, and Washington specifically. I believe these are all achievable, working towards my masters and getting a job might overlap with eachother since I will be doing these around the same time in my life. I will have to plan a lot to be able to travel where I would like to go and save money for these trips. Changing my diet and becoming a better self will feed into eachother by the decisions I make for myself. 

Homework #6

In response to the article, I feel people are more drawn to pictures rather than reading. Weather it be for the sake of convenience or not the media and news outlets can alter a way people perceive what information they're given based on images related to the topic.

Critique Response

I learned a few new tips and tools that I can use to benefit my work. I haven't used Photoshop in months so now I remember and know better how to do a project.

Quotidian #2

Composite Project

Quotidian Project Idea

For this project I want to write down a word to describe the mood I'm feeling and then draw a sketch to go along with it. I plan on using the synonyms for these emotions on most days, for example instead of writing "happy" I'll write "joyous". I also want to use my scanner for the sketches because I like how pictures come out that way rather than taking a picture of it from my phone.

Example #1

Project Questions

What space are you creating?

A living room/family room

Why?

I feel its the most inviting room in a house and people spend most of their time there.

What kind of images do you need to collect to create this space?

Couches, table, tv, windows, random decor

Where do you need to go?

My house, a friends house, possibly stores

When and How?

The weekend or after class, I could use my phone or my camera for the pictures or find some online

How does the created environment relate to your portraits?

I feel I have shown my different personalities in a space like the one I want to create before and I don't need a complex area to show that

Will others appear in this image?  

No

What mood are you trying to create?

I want the mood to be more passive because I think that is a good way to describe these personalities as "going with the flow" and allowing whatever happens in life to run its course

What will the overall tone be (think cinematically)?

I want the overall tone to be sort of mysterious but still inviting enough for the person viewing the picture to get a sense of the type of person showcases. I plan to have some people be shown as cheerful and others as more gloomy.

How can you play with different aspects of your identity?

I can show the type of person I am alone, with family, with friends and with strangers by changing the way I dress, my body language and the way I interact with the environment.

Is this something specific or more ambiguous?

I feel this will be more specific because every personality will represent something in a universal way.

Is this a realistic space?

Yes

Do you have multiple heads?

No

Why?
Wasn't really planning on it and I don't think I need it.

Homework #3

After reading an article like "Everyone is Altered" that speaks so heavy on the topic of plastic surgery I can't help but be interested and almost amazed at how advanced the world of body alterations are. The Hollywood scene is very intense its probably impossible to find someone that hasn't had any sort of change made to themselves. It almost seems evil in a way, that nobody that goes into this industry ever comes out the same. I will say that the idea of digital procedures is almost too crazy for me to comprehend completely.

Questions

What is your previous computer experience?

I have used computers a lot as a kid and growing up mostly for playing on and using social media, but I have used computers throughout high school for things like Excel, Word and Photoshop.

What do you hope to get out of this class?

I hope to become better with computers and Photoshop.

What is the relationship between computers and visual studies?

I've used computers for a long time but mostly for playing on and for entertainment purposes. I've never taken a visual studies class before but they interest me. 

What is your experience with Photoshop and Illustrator?

I took a class in high school based around Photoshop, but I have never used Illustrator.

Do you have a computer at home? If so does it have Photoshop and Illustrator?

I have a laptop at home, it doesn't have either.

Do you use a Mac or PC?

PC

Are you a Visual Studies Major? If not, what is your major?

Art Education

What do you hope to do with your major?

I hope to become an art teacher and be an actual good one because I've had gross art teachers in the past that have discouraged me.

Who is your favorite artist?

Van Gogh

Who is your favorite musician? 

Cage the Elephant

Tell me something interesting about yourself?

I own 20 records but I've actually only listened to 9 of them so far.

Write a five line story?

After several tries a cab finally stops for Shpresa. She got in the back seat and told the driver to drop her off at her home. She spent over 8 hours in the office and couldn't wait to get home to her pet. The driver drives a few blocks and they reach her destination. She pays the man and runs down her driveway where she sees her cat waiting for her by the door.

Post an image on the blog.

Homework #1

After reading "My So-Called Opinions" it reminded me a lot of the topics my English teacher from 9th grade would talk about. She was a very eccentric person in some ways and one time she told my class that our generation is one of the most narcissistic and that we love taking pictures of ourselves and posting on social media about ourselves and being the center of conversation. Back then and to this day I still think that is a weird assumption about kids these days. In my opinion I'd rather be narcissistic than hate myself. I do agree from the article that people know a days don't back up their opinions on topics and tend to be vague, but I also don't really think people need to explain themselves all the time. As for the "Song-Dong" article I found the concept of recreating an entire room as an exhibit interesting. I love collecting knick-knacks and random odds and ends and it seems like Song-Dong's mother did the same. It also stressed me out when the article said that his father didn't necessarily support him but I was glad to see his mother did. 

Elephant Being Abducted

Environment Reflection

I want the environment in my piece to reflect the person I really am and my interests. Since I want the people in my image to show myself around strangers, family, friends and by myself I want the room to be all about my "real" self. In my own bedroom I have a lot of random things like knick knacks and records and clothes and furniture even though I have the smallest room in my house. People have told me that my room really reflects who I am, I guess cluttered but not in a messy way more like a thrift store (not like a hoarder but more of a collector). If I were to personify it the environment would resemble a person who enjoys art and music and that has an attachment to items and memories. 

Hybrid Animal