3 stars For this assignment, I created a short musical composition in GarageBand using three distinct instruments: piano, drums, and conga. Each instrument played a different role in the piece. The piano provided the main melody, while the drums created a steady rhythm and beat. The conga added additional percussion and helped give the…
3 stars For this assignment, I created a fake breaking news broadcast about a squirrel named Mr. Nutters being elected mayor of a small town. I used AI text-to-speech voices for the anchor and reporter to make the story sound like a real news segment. I also added a news jingle at the beginning…
I chose the Sounds of My Day prompt to record my audio. The audio follows the progression of a typical day using everyday sounds to tell a story without relying on narration. One of the most important techniques I used was pacing. The sounds move from one activity to another, creating a sense of…
For this assignment, I listened to an episode of Spooked, hosted by Glynn Washington. The story focused on a personal paranormal experience that unfolded through vivid storytelling and strong audio production. The narrator described a series of strange events that created suspense and kept listeners wondering what would happen next. Even though the story…
After watching Ira Glass’s storytelling videos, one of my biggest takeaways was the importance of building a story around a sequence of actions rather than simply describing a topic. Glass explains that a good story involves something happening and then something else happening, creating momentum that keeps the audience engaged. Another idea that stood…
Over the course of this design unit, I explored design principles through reading, observation, and creating my own digital media projects. These assignments helped me think more critically about how visual elements communicate meaning and how design choices influence audience perception. Below are links to each of the projects I completed during the unit.…
For this Design Assignment, I completed the Warp Text Design challenge by combining a personal photograph with an original poem. I wanted to create a piece that felt both reflective and creative, so I chose a photo of myself standing in an open field. The image represents growth, possibility, and the idea that life…
Your story as a game! 3.5 stars When I thought about what The Marriage Pact would look like as a video game, I imagined it as a story-driven mystery game where players uncover secrets while making choices that affect relationships and outcomes. The game would take place in an upscale suburban setting that initially…
The Destress & Color!! assignment requires you to color images in a coloring app and then upload your completed designs. 3 stars When life gets busy, I often look for small ways to relax and take a break from screens, assignments, and everyday stress. For this design assignment, I decided to explore digital coloring…
For this Design Blitz assignment, I photographed four examples of design concepts that appear in everyday life. Before completing this project, I did not realize how many design choices influence the way people interact with products, buildings, and advertisements. Looking closely at these examples helped me better understand how design communicates messages, attracts attention,…