WEEK 4 - Tests and Ideas

So I get pinned with the leadership position.. Sounds like fun. :-) I'm going to enjoy this next week. I think I might end up doing several variations of the logo I'm making before class on Tuesday.

Down to the point; I felt most engaged when I was able to help people work with InDesign and Illustrator. I like to be useful and do more than work for myself.

I wasn't really disappointed again... I enjoy the class and I don't see anything bad about it besides the lecturing, which doesn't always interest me.

I felt most affirmed when working with InDesign. I enjoy the program even though I'm not exactly that interested in graphic design. It's not a bad thing to branch out my experience instead of feeling specialized in a few programs...

WEEK 3 - Ideas and Concepts

So today we ended up presenting our work from the second week in front of the class. I love public speaking, but I need to work on my length! I can't believe I hit 20 minutes... It felt like eight! So naturally I felt most engaged during our presentations. You guys presented some awesome ideas, especially the Predator/Hitler image. :-)

I'm not sure if I really felt disappointed during class today. Everything was really exciting and I loved just about every moment here! It's not fun waiting a whole week to see everyone again!

I felt most affirmed when I started working on a logo with Illustrator. I think my ecological concept (don't confuse me with a tree hugger haha) for a corporate logo will turn out really well if I keep working at it over this next week.

I'll post some progress stuff when I get a chance, maybe tonight?

WEEK 2 - Concepts and Design

 So we're working on some real projects this week! I'm really happy about that, since we're moving into something that will allow me to put some work into real projects and enjoy the fruits of my labor. Now, to the point:

I felt most engaged in the class when our project deadlines were announced. I work best under a guideline of time management, which allows my creativity to become more pronounced.

My most disconnected moment was, again, the lectures. Photoshop basics are something 
I've dealt with years ago. :-)

My most affirming moment was learning about the new project and what's expected of me
in it. I certainly hope to please everyone when I present it next week.

Some samples:







 

WEEK 1 - Spring 2007

Hi there! If you've discovered this, you're probably from the Art Institute of Tampa:  CS2202, to be exact. My name is Jonathan Holmes and I come from Orlando, where I've lived for most of my life. I just recently moved into the Grande Oasis condominiums with my fiancee Elizabeth, who also attends AI/TA majoring in interior design. I myself am majoring in media art & animation for the time being, using MAA as a tool to improve my drawing portfolio for game art & design. Some of my background includes working with the now-liquidated Westwood Studios on Command & Conquer: Renegade in 2002 as a game level designer, along with 10 years of level design experience. I've also had five years of experience with 3D Studio Max 7 and 8 and approximately as many with Photoshop 7. I'm proficient in the digital arts but love to learn more about my trade! I take suggestions and criticism with pride and enjoy having my work critiqued by others.

Since this is a class blog, I should start explaining my experiences with computer basics today. I felt highly engaged and motivated in class due to Carmen's excellent teaching and ability to draw my attention into focus.  I'm happy that I'm finding a place in AI that fits my personality and style!

The only real drawback to the class so far was the initial lecture outlining the class priorities and schedule for submission of schoolwork. I find it difficult to fix my attention on drawn out lectures required by the school, but at the same time I recognize their necessity for my educational goals.

As for my most affirming moment in the class? It's hard to say so far. I haven't really learned anything new yet, although I anticipate that will change soon!