ENGRD101. Fall 2024. Sections 27 & 31.
For this assignment I struggled when it came to picking which pages I was going to sketch out. I did not know what two pages I was going to compare or what I was going to write about. Flipping through both comics I knew there were some similarities in the pages but I did not […]
Read moreImage credit: Above: Dylan Germain, Bottom: AI, Canva One of my favorite hobbies is photography using vintage film cameras. On the top of the photo is an iconic Rolleiflex I own and the bottom is a tree trunk with a hole. The Rolleiflex is a TLR meaning it is a twin lens reflex. That means […]
Read moreThesis: Stitches and Spinning both use a change in frame to emphasize the emotional climax of the narrative on the page, but they depict the buildup of tension in different ways — through body movement and body language — therefore, this showcases how visual techniques can be used differently to influence the emotional impact of […]
Read moreFor this assignment, I argued that both Tillie Walden and David Small went through so much trauma during their lives, that looking at the things that represented their past trauma the most, wasn’t enough to completely remove the effect that that trauma had from their memory. I guided my argument with the thesis, “David Small’s […]
Read moreThe task for this sketch was to illustrate a class worth of notes from any class, the prompt can be seen here. I think that this is a particularly helpful practice for Psych because of the nature of the content. The class material is lots of memorization, yet the professor is determined to make the […]
Read moreReflection: After writing about an essay using an ABT thesis format and analyzing the similarities and differences in Stitches and Spinning, I realized how much comic authors have in common, especially in using art to communicate their point across. In addition, I thought tracing the pages beforehand really helped me come up with the ideas […]
Read moreThese are the items I use every day. I start with my water bottle, which ensures I stay hydrated and refreshed, keeping my water cool. During class, I use my notebook to write down key points, which I then transfer to my iPad for annotations and organization. I also have my wallet, keys, AirPods, and […]
Read moreWriting this triptych was a very engaging experience for me, I chose the concept of someone relying on caffeine for energy due to it reflecting something I see on a very regular basis. The process of writing this comic, understanding panel composition, and thinking about how to portray a clear story in 3 frames helped […]
Read moreAlthough my bag is big, for the most part it is empty. My bag has two separate pockets, a bigger one and a smaller one. The only things I carry in the bigger pocket are my computer, iPad, a folder, and a notebook. In the smaller pocket I carry essentials such as chargers, hand sanitizer, […]
Read moreI think this was a fun assignment to do because I occasionally do change bags but most of the items in my bag remain the same. I think this represents me really well in the aspect of college and the things I use in college. I chose my essentials but also things that added color […]
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