Session 6: Work & crit

Speaking and sharing

Session 5: Group crit on digital sketches

We reviewed the work-in-progress compositions from the class. The photo was a result of the school not having an accessible server space for classes. Loading the files worked but it took almost 30 minutes.



Many students were able to transition from analog to digital with varied success. I asked them to briefly describe what they were trying to accomplish and the students and I gave constructive feedback as to how it worked.

There was a group of students willing to share thoughts and comments but there was a group who were rather silent, although attentive. What relieved me was the fact that the students weren't rationalizing their work. I will have to share why this is important with them in future sessions.

Session 4: Work & Crit

Individual review of work in progress

Session 3: Storyboard review and AE tutorial

Review storyboards
AE tutorial light

Session 2: Project Rhythm—an introduction

Introduce first project
Look at flip books
Discuss discoveries
Listen to music
Review examples

Session 1: Introductions and a small project

The first day of instruction for the newly minted BFA candidates and I met for the first time. We briefly went over the course syllabus, took some time to ask them what they thought this class was for. I also asked why they were studying design and learned that everyone had unique goals and backgrounds coming into design: industrial design, architecture, computer science, advertising, art, etc.

A small project was given, to see how students addressed problem solving. In preparation for the first project they were to create a flip book using 2 x 2 post-it notes. It was to be at least 1/2 inch thick and on standard yellow color post-it notes. I am curious as to how people will address this small project.

Once the FTP space is assigned, I will try have the class documents available on this blog.