I sought feedback from a good friend and artist on this
project. He pointed out that I
gravitated towards the first idea with more fervor- it seemed as though I was
more interested and had more details fleshed out in the idea. He liked the notion of storytelling as a
device and motivation as well. We came
to the conclusion that this would be more meaningful and relevant to my
classroom teaching style, where I attempt to connect literacy with creative
critical thinking.
The result is a “linear story” about train of thought. I have noticed recently that I get pretty
scatterbrained when I have lots to do.
The visual line in this image represents a single thought and its path
through my mind. As it navigates
distraction, it stops and starts again, spreads and repeats, takes detours, and
threatens to break in a million different directions. The original image is revealed first, but has overlays that blur recognition- it is the beginning of the thought. The line also ends in blur, with no clear conclusion. I took all images used and seamed them together
using Photoshop.
These works look like a story. I feel like it is about the different weather and combine with photography is a good idea, makes it looks like something different. I think you can base on this concept to build up more; it will be great to put all those works together.
ReplyDeleteI really loved the unconventional dimension of this collage. Going from top to down made me construct a loose narrative in my mind while wondering what was it that inspired you to do it in the first place. Certain elements seem more realistic in style than others. I wonder if applying some simple filter effects such as Blurring and Transparency will help them blend into the narrative even better.
ReplyDeleteThis was a rather great outcome! The image became one large story and the flow from one part of the map to the next was inspiring.
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