New Design is statement (after essay)

Design is a process involving research, problem solving, and is a limitless form of communication.

Good or Bad Team mate?

Thinking about how well I work in a group environment, I have written both the good and bad personality traits about me. I found that it was so much easier to realize the bad things about myself then it was to think about the good. I know I need to learn on some things to improve my working skills, but not everyone is perfect. There is always room to improve. In my case I think the good over powers the bad because I can improve on my bad traits. I can learn to be more organized and try to be a little more talkative in group discussions so I do not seem to be aloof. I think that will help me a lot to be not only be a better worker but a better person overall.

The Good

1. Reliable

2. Co-operative

3. Hard working

4. Trustworthy

5. Intelligent

The Bad

1. Complacent

2. Disorganized

3. Aloof

4. Stubborn

5. Rigid

Influence?

My biggest influence would have to be my mother. She's more than my mom, she's my best friend. We have such a great bond, and we get along so great. She inspires me on so many levels and has been there for me at my best and my worst. She believes in me and always reassures me that I can do anything I put my mind to. I always come to her when I am doing an assignment for school and even though she does not fully understand the graphic design world she makes me see things from a different perspective. She is smart, and has a passion for life. I hope one day to be as great as she is <3

My Manifesto

1. Always carry a pencil and paper

I always get my most creative ideas when I least expect it. On the bus, before I go to bed, at work, or at the mall. So I always carry around a pencil and paper just incase something pops into my head and jot it down. 

2. Travel

If you see the world, those experiences will benefit you. Seeing other peoples way of life can change the way you think and see your own life. You can also be very influenced by different cultures.

3. Read 

The more you read the more knowledge you gain. Even if its just reading the newspaper on the bus ride to school, you still learn about the world. Some people find reading boring, why not read something you do enjoy.

4. Always be positive

Negativity will get you no where! You have so much to live for and life is too short, so why waste it by being upset all the time. Even if you are brain blocked and cannot think of any ideas at the moment, believe in yourself.

5. Relax, take it easy

Its good to take a break. When you are all caught up with your work sometimes a break can refresh your mind and something new will eventually come to you. Its good to come back to your work with a clear head.

6. Practice makes perfect

Its always a good thing to practice what you are good at. Drawing, dancing, writing, whatever your good at practices always makes perfect.

7. Block the haters!

There will always be someone hating on you, no matter what you do. Just remember if they are hating its only because they are jealous. Haters talk about others because they are insecure about themselves so they talk about others to make themselves bigger, when in reality they are not.

8. Take risks

Like my friend Dan Ko would say, "You gotta risk it, for the biscuit!". Take risks because it will make you a stronger person. Nobody is perfect but you will always learn from your mistakes.

9. Take criticism

Sometimes you cant see things others can. Everyone has different views so sometimes its good to see things from someone else's eyes. Not only can this help you in your work but it will also improve your work.

10. Dream!

Never give up on your goals and dreams! Life is what you make of it!

20 words about Design

1. Unique
2. Creative
3. Imagination
4. Target Market
5. Process
6. Brain Storming
7. Inspiration
8. Communication
9. Problem Solving
10. Informative
11. Message
12. Exciting
13. Purpose
14. Research
15. Task
16. Change
17. Expiramental
18. Fundamental
19. Media
20. Audience

Design is - my statement

Design is an expression created from a thought or emotion. It is more than just an artistic ability, it contains great purpose. May involve research to attract a specific target market. It is constantly changing but is never wrong.

My dream vacation

Ever since I was a little one my ultimate dream was to see the world. Last summer it was my first time out of the country and went to Colombia to visit family. It was an amazing experience and after that I made it a goal in my life to travel to at least one place a year since then. My dream place to travel to would have to be Dubai. Why Dubai you may ask? My reason is because Dubai has such amazing architecture. The hotels, mosques and homes are designed so different and their way of designing is so futuristic. They are so much more advanced with their way of designing architecture it blows me away each time I see images. The video above is of a new building that is currently being planned to be built. It will be a building that will be constantly rotating and changing its shape, amazing huh?

here is another video with more indept information:

Dubai's Dynamic Architecture