11_2 Final Project Idea

Mapping * Painting * Sound

For my final project I am not 100% set on an idea of what I am going to records but maybe incorporate the mapping aspect by actually mapping the places the sound recordings came from. And the graphics or the "painting" of the map would be done with the sound waves from the recordings. 

11_1 3D Printed Earrings

Overall experience was exciting and fun. The model making portion was a fun process. After Sophia and I decided to replicate "hammer marks" for our earrings, I browsed through the shapes available on tinkercad and found the two semicircles attached together. Then using the sphere shape and turning them into "holes", I was able to make the hammer marks. But even settling on the shape, I explored various of shapes and thought about how it would function when someone is wearings it (like thinking about if it is too wide or too big to be earrings). Then after we had our models, we went into Thingspace and with the help from Andrew, we were able to see our earrings come to life. It was so exciting to see the 3d model on screen and then being able to see and hold it when it came out of the 3d printer.  

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Over the weekend I visited the Renegade Crafts Fair and was inspired by this artist who makes jewelry with the concept of morse code. 

Inspired by her piece I decided to translate the word 'Artist' to morse code and cut it out as a key chain. 

I used the template Sophia and Trisha provided for us and copied the morse code into the template.

The actual process of using the laser cutter was simple and thanks to Sohee at Thingspace it went pretty smoothly.

Here is the final product:

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1. Stephanie

(6/3) Takeaways from Digital Storytelling Readings

I definitely agree with you with the idea of storytelling with Snapchat. Addition to the featured stories, some kids are thoroughly thinking of a story/plot line to make an interesting "story". In a way, they are filmmakers of this generation.

2. Avery 

Impact25 Progress (4-2)

Love love love you and Sophia's idea! I think using the laser engraver gives it another meaningful concept behind it. I think the state representers will be intrigued to received beautifully designed postcards instead of the hundreds of traditional letters they receive.


3. Dahye

5/1 Scanography eBook

I am interested in the process of the first series. I think the sense of depth and layered images give a sense of mystery. It doesn't look like any of the traditional scanography I've seen! (which is very intriguing!)


4. Wei

6/1 Video

This is beautifully done, Wei! I love how you used black and why aesthetics and layering to refer to a dream. It definitely gives me the feeling that I am peering into someone's dream. 

5. Sophia

(5/4) Hair - Edited

I do agree with you that I like the darkness of the first set of images more, before the edits. But I also do like how this set gives you the idea of you and the scanner as a collaborator (how you are the subject matter and scanner is giving you a visual evidence of its presence by giving you the "static"). Mark making also gives you a sense that there is human touch to everything even when technology is a huge part of the process. 

6. Trisha

(7/2) The Sounds of Silence

"sound cannot be "canceled" on earth"... that is such a valid statement. Like you stated how the percussionist said that we are overloading ourselves, I realized that I am doing that every day. I tend to listen to my podcast when I am on the train or walking to places to tune out the sounds of the streets, people, sirens, etc etc. But lately, I noticed that I am tuning out my podcast and just get "lost". In a way, I am listening to silence. I began to wonder if i am tuning out the voices from the podcast and the noise from the environment simply because I am overloading myself physically, mentally, and "soundly"... 

It is also interesting to think about how there is a pattern in  public places when everyone just goes through a moment of silence... and back to talking and the loudness surrounds you. It is true you have to realize the importance of sound (and silence) to understand almost everything around you. 

7. Nebular

Week 6: Impact 25

This was such a great impact 25 project! I think providing the data of how much water they (the vegetarians) have saved was a great way for them to remember that they are having a positive and great impact on the world. And it is so amazing that two of your friends turned vegetarian after seeing this!! Such a big impact on them and to the world! 


Take-away:
Although we get into small groups in class, we are not able to see everyone's work. And I think taking the time to look through everyone's blogs motivates me to keep up and check out everyone's work process. In a way, we are getting to know everyone at an artistic level when we are looking at their blogs. 

https://blogs.scientificamerican.com/guest-blog/teaching-blind-students-with-3-d-prints/

Final project '3 dice'

9_2 classroom connection

My experience with Scratch was surprisingly positive. I always thought programming was a difficult skill to learn but Scratch didn't overwhelm me with different "programming languages" and algorithms. After using Scratch in class, I learned how difficult it still can be because you have to make sure certain commands have to be in "right place" in order for it successfully operate. But I think that was that part that really interesting to me and hooked me into the program. 

Like any medium, Scratch is a great source for storytelling. Students can brainstorm a story and execute the story into an interactive story on Scratch. It allows them to think creatively and share stories to a community. Scratch also allows students to interact with other students who may have the same interests and allow them to collaborate in forming a animations or games. Additionally, the program allows students to be introduced to coding and learn how to problem solve. 

9_1 scratch creative assignment

Traveling Dolly


-Up, down, right & left arrow keys will change the background
- Move the mouse around to move Dolly
-Press the 's' key to stop

8_4 Reading take-aways

1. Invent To Learn: Making, Tinkering, and Engineering in the classroom
When I think of makers classrooms, I imagine having all the high-tech equipments like 3-D printers and special programs that cost hundreds of dollars. And those thoughts made me believe that I can never have a "makers classroom" because I would not have the fundings to get those high-tech inventions. But after reading this article it made me realize that I would be more prepared with "simple" and already-available materials from schools. And even considering making podcasts can help students be creative but also development and advance in skills like writing and oral skills (not just focusing on the "art aspect" but all aspects of core subjects). 

2.  A New Culture of Learning; Cultivating the Imagination for a World of Constant Change; Arc- Of- Life Learning
After reading this article, I am reminded once again that we are lifelong learners and that we learn everyday even outside of school. I loved how it explored different learners in different stages of life and how they use technology differently to support their needs. It was interesting to read the "Googling the Error" section because I tend to Google every little things. But it was nice to read that even "professionals" go on Google to search for solutions and work collaboratively with others to discuss and learn from each other. 

8_3 Lesson plan

Lesson Title:  Photo Scavenger Hunt

Grade Level:	9-12 (Beginner Photography Class)
Amount of time needed:	1-2 classes
Description:	In this lesson students will: Go on a photo scavenger hunt and find different design elements around the school and take photos with the digital camera.
Objectives:	At the end of this lesson, students will be able to: 1. Become comfortable using camera and taking photos 2. Understand the importance of composition  3.  Identify elements and principles of design 4.  Improve observation skills
Materials needed:	Camera Ibook Authors
Instructions:	For the first photography project you will be going on a photo scavenger hunt. You will go around the school and find interesting examples of the items listed below. First, observe the object that exemplifies the items listed. This will help you build your observation skills and notice your surroundings in a careful manner. Then, think about the composition of the photo and take as many photos you would like. After finding all the items, you will sort through your photos and pick three of your favorite shots for each items. And we will make a e-book with your images.            1.     Line – curves, straight, diagonals…            2.     Contrast – in color, shapes, size…            3.     Shapes - geometric, organic, natural…            4.     Texture – smooth, rough, bumpy, sharp…            5.     Symbol – something you can visually        understand without using words            6.     Birds-eye-view – looking from above your normal point-of-view            7.     Self-portrait – not necessarily a picture of yourself but something that represents you visually

8_2 Stop motion process

Materials: color pencils (can also use paint), paper, cellphone, application 'Vine'

-First pick two colors that will mix and produce a new color when combined (I used red and blue to produce purple)
-You can choose a shape (I chose circles)  and draw on the first sheet of paper with two colors pencils, one at each opposite ends of the paper. 
-Grab a new piece of paper and move the shape a little bit forward towards each other 
-Keep getting a new piece of paper each time you draw the shapes as it moves towards each other little-by-little
- When they are starting to get closer, you can start thinking about how the two colors are going to combine to produce the new color (I decided for the blue and red circles to dance around before colliding to make purple)
-After you have all of your drawings grab you phone and open the app 'Vine'
-Find a place you can photograph your drawings without casting a shadow or weird multiple lightings
-Starting with the first drawing of the two colored shapes at opposite ends of the paper and tap on the screen of Vine to "record" the drawings. (I tapped twice to make the video a little longer than .5 seconds) 
-You can also explore with the "ghosting" feature on Vine to make sure that the shapes are not jumping too much at a time 
-Repeat with all of the drawings and discover the excitement of stop-motion