Inversion+Design

=WHY DESIGN ?=

You may be wondering - what's all this about design? - I signed up for media studio!
==Design, as you will learn in the video below, is the basis for everything that humans make. Below is a list of just some of the human activities that involve the design process. Take a moment to look over this list and note how many of them you might be interested in doing.==



= = =Watch the video, take notes and discuss as a class= =What is design? (video)= = = =**INVERSION PROJECT**=





=In the video you just watched, Prof Ulrich described a small design challenge that he used to illustrate some of the differences between art and design. He called it an inversion. In this design challenge you will create your own name inversion.=

=**Check out Scott Kim's Inversion Gallery for examples!**= = = =Your inversion must meet the following criteria:=

=You must use your real name (first or last) or actual nickname.=

====** Your inversion must be able to be clearly read from either side. (Picture two people opposite each other with the paper between them. Each should be able to read the name). ** **Your inversion must follow the model in the video (study the photo above for reference)** ==== = = =Your project must use ALL of the following steps= = = = = =__**Written Reflection:**__= =Was it easy for you to develop four prototypes –why or why not?= =Describe the experience of having someone critique your work was it useful – how did it make you feel?= =Describe the evolution of your inversion from its original prototype to its final form – how did it change?= =If you were to continue to refine your inversion to make it even better, what would you do next?= =Overall how did you feel about this design challenge - did you find value in it – would you recommend that we keep it in the unit?= = = = =
 * =Divide a piece of white drawing paper 8.5”x11” into four sections=
 * =In each of the four sections create a quick sketch (a form of prototype) of your inversion. These should be radically different approaches. 40 min=
 * =Find a partner in class and have them critique your prototypes. Have a conversation about your work. Make notes on your drawings to record their feedback. Switch roles and repeat the process. 15 min=
 * =Select the best of your prototypes and on the OPPOSITE side of the paper create a refined version of your inversion. This final version should be as large as can comfortably on a piece of paper. Try to refine your initial prototype, by incorporating the feedback of your partner. Do your best work. 15min=
 * =Take a total of 3 photos (1 of your prototypes, 2 of your final inversion from BOTH perspectives)=
 * =Upload ALL 3 photos into your MY MEDIA STUDIO folder and then insert them into your e- portfolio under the Inversion heading (Project. 10 min.)=
 * =Under your photographs write a short reflection. Please answer in complete sentences and use the following questions to guide you:=