Projects

                Fall, my favorite season is fast approaching. A time where I feel the most inspired to create. Here are some of the projects that I have been working on lately.

The Summer of 4:1

                Some time has passed since I have posted a blog on how I have been progressing in my studies. Well that is an easy question to answer: nothing and something. Right, an easy question; a complicated answer. So please allow me to enlighten you with my two part response. Maybe start at the beginning? Ok. This summer has been a summer of long stretches of nothingness and sporadic spurts of action. It would probably look something like this 4:1 if I put it in the form of a ratio. Hummm ‘The Summer of 4 to 1’, I like how that sounds. Sorry I’m rambling, back to it then.

The events that filled the void of nothingness would be finding out towards the end of spring that my mother is very sick with a kidney disorder. Topping my wretchedness cake would be finding out that my brother Joseph is also really sick and no one thought to tell me, until a week ago that the doctors think he may have a tumor on his adrenal gland. I would like to say “You can’t imagine what I am going through right now,” however I am sure many of you can relate. I had to quit attending The Art Institute because funds were running scarce and were needed elsewhere.  At this point in time I received some awful advice. I was told “It is what it is; nobody cares so just move on and deal with it.” I didn’t ask for pity, I asked for support.

Believe it or not after reading that paragraph, a couple good things happened to me this summer. While living like a cloistered monk this summer I was able to save up a good chunk of change. However something more significant happened that has helped to set the foundations for my future. I am one final exam away from my Career Diploma in Interior Decorating, which is just another offshoot of Interior Design. Then just a couple days ago I bit the bullet and signed up for my Associates Degree in Interior Design. Before I was going for my Bachelor’s, at this point in time it is too much for me. I am resigned this this is something that is going to have to be completed in stages.

So, I will be graduating Penn Foster September/October 2013 time frame with my Career Diploma in Interior Decorating, and then August/September of 2014 (Possibly even sooner than that depending on what classes transfer over from The Art Institute) I will be graduating Penn Foster with my Associate’s Degree in Interior Design. Then shortly thereafter I will try again for my Bachelor’s, then my Masters and beyond :). That is what is happening on my end. I hope everything is peachy keen on your end :) 

Catalina Wine Cellar

Catalina Wine Cellar

                

  The Catalina Cellar is a wine connoisseur’s nostalgic dream. Reclaimed hardwood floors throughout and copper treated ceiling combines old world flare with a contemporary twist. The left-hand side of the room is devoted exclusively to wine storage. Overhead lighting, under cabinet lighting, and over the bar lighting is low key, blending seamlessly into the background. An open floor plan lends an airy feeling to the space. Seating at the bar to the right is perfect for small gatherings and wine tastings. Customization and upgrades available. 

Modern Loft Fabric Line

         The Modern Loft line is centered around geometric shapes, and is designed for those who want to add a modern flair to their environment.  While maintaining a chic appearance, the Modern Loft line is made out of 100% eco-friendly dyes and fabrics. The line consists of a solid grey background on a grid pattern with pops of greys, whites and blacks to bring out the visual elements of the design.  The challenge of this assignment was creating depth with a limited color pallet.

  (This is an assignment I did for my Fundamentals of Design class, any similarities between any existing lines is purely coincidental.) 

 

Week 6 Final English Assignment

How do you come up with ideas?

 When I come up with ideas for writing I like to use life experiences. One of the best ways to relate to writing or reading is to have experienced it yourself. Details are essential when brainstorming writing ideas; mood sets the stage.

What’s your strategy for doing research?

   Facts and creditability are crucial. When proper research is done, you are an informed writer and there such make sure that the reader is informed. Facts can either make or break a point you are trying to convey.

How long do you spend editing?

   I’m not the best at editing however; I always attempt to produce the final assignment to the best of my ability. Always more editing can be done to make sure the final product is the best it can be.

How much time do you schedule for proofreading?

   When I proofread I always make sure that words harmonize and have flow. While proofreading is a great tool to use, sometimes you can over proofread and make a final product worse not better.  I proofread several times until I am satisfied. 

Do you use a word processor for all, or even part, of this process? Why or why not? What are the benefits, or the drawbacks, of doing so?

 Yes I do use a word processor for this part of the process. This tool is valuable to proper writing. The benefits of using a word processor are: It acts as a guide in writing, editing, and proofreading. The drawbacks are that a word processor is not always correct and double checking is very important.

What aspects of your own process have and have not changed?

  What has changed about my writing process is that I am more aware of my grammar, making sure commas, semicolons and periods are placed correctly. What has not changed about my process is that I write on a more personable level; it makes me feel more connected to the reader.