Inspired by the Dream Life of Letters, Hello Summer aspires to take on the same whimsical flash effects while telling a story. The literature is written to evoke the feeling of summer love, as fleeting as it may be, by using one or two word phrase poetry. The piece also incorporates visual images, which replaces text, put functions linguistically in place of it. By definition, Hello Summer can be classified as flash literature.
So, sit back and enjoy!
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Monday, March 29, 2010
Blog #12: Hello Summer [update]
Nothing extreme to really report. I have began writing the abstract to the piece, changed the title from Summer Romance to Hello Summer, but have yet to incorporate my music due to time constraints and life. I really don't have any concerns at this point but I will when it comes time to upload the PowerPoint to make it accessible. Therefore, I would like to finalize everything by Wednesday's class in case I need assistance.
Blog #11: Map for Project 2
I don't really have a map for the project because I created it in PowerPoint and chose the animation as I went. Since I did a pre-presentation most of your saw how I approached my piece. However, I will post the literature just in case you want to read through it...
Endless summer, not a bummer, boy crazy, go crazy, too lazy…
Summer nights, late night, girl’s night- lip gloss, always floss
Clueless, strapless, aimless, sleeveless, necklace
Tight pants, stretch pants, sun dress, first glance- school dance? Slow dance.
Motivation, temptation, nice guy, nice try…
Eighteen, tangerine, cantaloupe, horoscope- good hair, comb your hair, beach hair, tan line, online, panty line
Bleached blond, red head, bed head, brain dead, make your bed, big date, fun shape-
Can’t wait- exfoliate!
Tight top, tank top, flip flops, nonstop, hot spot, hot pants, hot date, is it fate?!
Pick-up, kiss-up, kiss off, blow off, go-off, get-off. Wake up, cover-up, What’s up?
Drug-free, sugar free- free love, free fall, fat free, low fat, sun hat, ankle tat- low cal, so cal, clean cut- no morals, safe sex, first love, first time, last time, good time
Long board, short board, skate board, snowboard, soooooo bored, boardwalk
Love dating, hate waiting- stood-up? Shut up! put-down, get down, rebound, get lost
Talk’s cheap- what a creep! Control freak, sandy feet, sandy beach, out of his reach!
Nose ride, nose ring, mood swing, wild thing, he’s a fling, get a ring? Get a clue, back to school.
Endless summer, not a bummer, boy crazy, go crazy, too lazy…
Summer nights, late night, girl’s night- lip gloss, always floss
Clueless, strapless, aimless, sleeveless, necklace
Tight pants, stretch pants, sun dress, first glance- school dance? Slow dance.
Motivation, temptation, nice guy, nice try…
Eighteen, tangerine, cantaloupe, horoscope- good hair, comb your hair, beach hair, tan line, online, panty line
Bleached blond, red head, bed head, brain dead, make your bed, big date, fun shape-
Can’t wait- exfoliate!
Tight top, tank top, flip flops, nonstop, hot spot, hot pants, hot date, is it fate?!
Pick-up, kiss-up, kiss off, blow off, go-off, get-off. Wake up, cover-up, What’s up?
Drug-free, sugar free- free love, free fall, fat free, low fat, sun hat, ankle tat- low cal, so cal, clean cut- no morals, safe sex, first love, first time, last time, good time
Long board, short board, skate board, snowboard, soooooo bored, boardwalk
Love dating, hate waiting- stood-up? Shut up! put-down, get down, rebound, get lost
Talk’s cheap- what a creep! Control freak, sandy feet, sandy beach, out of his reach!
Nose ride, nose ring, mood swing, wild thing, he’s a fling, get a ring? Get a clue, back to school.
Friday, March 12, 2010
Blog #10: Brainstorming Continued
When I was referring to The Dream Life of Letters I was referring to the flash visuals. More specifically, how the letters and words entered and exited the screen. Also, how the piece is not interactive but completely visual. The reader needs to watch and experience as opposed to clicking haphazardly though a piece of literature. I guess I am also referring to Faith but not in the sense where the random words begin to create a larger meaning. There will be text but it will only serve a greater purpose to the overall theme... summer. Therefore, the text, the music, and visuals will come together to emphasis the concepts and elements of the summertime. The text will include lyrics that either complement or directly match the song playing, as well as include lines of poetry and words associated with the theme.
I don't really have a clue on the layout or mapping of the piece but I will be using Windows Movie Maker because I am quite familiar with the program having used it before. I need to start gathering the songs and literature to gain a better idea of how I am going to execute the project. I do want it to tell a story in a sense. Maybe highlighting the anticipation of summer to the sadness of it being over... considering this is something I emotionally experience every year.
I don't really have a clue on the layout or mapping of the piece but I will be using Windows Movie Maker because I am quite familiar with the program having used it before. I need to start gathering the songs and literature to gain a better idea of how I am going to execute the project. I do want it to tell a story in a sense. Maybe highlighting the anticipation of summer to the sadness of it being over... considering this is something I emotionally experience every year.
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Blog #9: Project 2- Brainstorming!
Unfortunately I missed last Wednesday's class which I am sure covered the details of this project, but based on what I was present for and the assignment sheet provided, I have begun to make some decisions about the content and ideas of the second project.
I want the second project to mirror the intriguing visual elements of the Dream Life of Letters. However, I intend to put my own twist on it. I would choose a thematic such as, seasons, birthdays, love, or summer and provide visuals as well as literature that describes that theme. From there to enhance the flash aspect of the piece, I would incorporate music that would also contain elements of the theme. Using either Power Point or Windows Movie Maker (both, which I am familiar with), the project would come to life. Ultimately, it would take on the idea of a slide show but with speed and purpose. Similar to the boat ride in Willie Wonka but without the bugs and snakes!
I want the second project to mirror the intriguing visual elements of the Dream Life of Letters. However, I intend to put my own twist on it. I would choose a thematic such as, seasons, birthdays, love, or summer and provide visuals as well as literature that describes that theme. From there to enhance the flash aspect of the piece, I would incorporate music that would also contain elements of the theme. Using either Power Point or Windows Movie Maker (both, which I am familiar with), the project would come to life. Ultimately, it would take on the idea of a slide show but with speed and purpose. Similar to the boat ride in Willie Wonka but without the bugs and snakes!
Monday, March 1, 2010
Blog #7: The Scavenger Hunt!
Abstract:
The Scavenger Hunt can be classified as a hypertext. It is an interactive literary piece that explores the possibilities of the Internet and literature. The game is played just as it would be played in a real life environment. The text, links and "The List" provide subtle clues to aid the reader throughout his/her journey, but could also set them astray if not careful. It is imperative to pay close attention to the text because links are hidden and paths do diverge. In essence, the game is created to help the reader win,as long as they engage in the hypertext.
To Play:
https://sites.google.com/site/thescavengerhunt234/
The Scavenger Hunt can be classified as a hypertext. It is an interactive literary piece that explores the possibilities of the Internet and literature. The game is played just as it would be played in a real life environment. The text, links and "The List" provide subtle clues to aid the reader throughout his/her journey, but could also set them astray if not careful. It is imperative to pay close attention to the text because links are hidden and paths do diverge. In essence, the game is created to help the reader win,as long as they engage in the hypertext.
To Play:
https://sites.google.com/site/thescavengerhunt234/
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