Project 2

CAN YOU FIGURE THIS OUT?

The final image is a game. I leave the the audience with clues (words) to figure out how these images describe me. At first, I tried doing a montage, but that did not work too well because it looked way too cluttered and confusing. In the end, I came up with the most visually appealing way to describe my identity. I made each images somewhat the same proportion to each other. I also used both quick selection tool and brush tool to isolate each object from the main picture. I used Text to incorporate words that describes each images. 

The overall image makes me feel somewhat materialistic. My mother gave me hand me downs from my brothers when I was younger, so I think that is why I spoil myself with these things once I was able to afford them. It is so difficult to juggle both full time work and school; therefore, most of the items I captured are things that make my life less stressful like the ipod, tart warmer, and the xbox. I know from experience what it's like to be homeless and freeze in the cold so the feral shelter puts my mind at ease. Life in America is different. Time seems to go by much faster. People are always working and doing something. Majority of the items describe my past and how I see myself in the future. I will always strive for the best in my life. I wish that I had more of sentimental items like pictures or family momentos, but we lost them when a big storm hit our house in the Philippines. If I were to describe the final image in two words I would say it's about cleanliness and relaxation. 

ANSWER:

1.    Xbox: I love owning people on Call of Duty. Not only you can play with other gamers across the world, it’s fun and it relieves stress; i also use it to watch Netflix. My gamer tag is (BluePanda)

2.    Carmex: I’ve tried almost every single type and brand of lip balm. From Burt’s Bee’s, Blistex, ChapStick to Coconut oil and Vaseline you name it. Carmex is the only one that works. (Experimental)

3.    Wristlet: My wristlet carries most my essential items like keys, driver’s license, credit cards, phone. It doesn't restrict my movement. I gave up on purses because they are too bulky and annoying. (Minimalist)

4.    Vacuum: I have pets and need to vacuum my floors everyday. I can’t stand walking on dirty floors. Cleaning helps me relieve stress. (Obsessive Compulsive)

5.    IPod: Music is my best friend. I find it interesting how music can instantly change my mood. My IPod helps me get in the zone. (Pumped up)

6.    Laptop: I love my Mac and will never go back to using windows. It’s durable, portable, and stylish; I even use it more than my phone. What more can I say? (Geek)

7.    Uggs: These are my favorite shoes. I wear them almost everyday in the winter because I will probably never get used to the cold weather. (Cozy)

8.    Baby wipes: Wipes are a necessity. I carry them everywhere I go, and specifically use them when I go to the bathroom. I can’t live without it. (Clean Freak)

9.     Tart warmer: I love my crock-pot. I use it every time I can to make my apartment smell good. I pop different scents depending on my mood and voila! I instantly feel relaxed. (Addicted)

10.  Feral Shelter: I made this insulated feral shelter for a small family of cats (3) that I'm taking care of. My local shelter won't take them and I could not stand watching them freeze outside in the snow. Even though this won't change the world at least to those cats the world has changed. (Animal lover)