Good design!!

http://www.toxel.com/inspiration/2009/11/02/14-examples-of-literal-product-design/

http://poppypetunia.blogspot.com/2008/11/cool-product-pour-it-on.html

http://www.dezinehq.com/2009/03/18/unique-furniture-designs/

http://poppypetunia.blogspot.com/2008/08/cool-product-maze-door-lock.html

Jan.17th Assignments

1) Finish "Design" in whole new mind.
2) Watch one Tedtalk on Design (20 min)
3) Blog on all of these, submit this setion in paper form (min 300 words)

High concept, High touch

A year ago, my dad brought me this book that was written by a famous Chinese person. In the book, he stated that the MFA is going to replace the MBA and he talked about the idea of creativity and so on. At that time, I didn't really believe what he was saying, because I thought that that was only his thoughts. However, right now, reading the book "The whole new mind", I kind of believe it a little bit more. Both authors have great evidence to support what they're saying and they've got a plenty of examples to show us what they mean, it was fascinating to see and hear about their ideas. If I didn't read their books, I don't think I would ever think or look at the world in that sort of way. It's amazing!

Chapter Two- Abundance, Asia, and Automation

In the book, the author stated that back in the 1970s, the middle class parents tell their children the same piece of advise, that is, to get good grades, go to a good college and get a decent job with a decent salary. It surprised me how parents in my home country, Taiwan, are still doing that. In fact, I heard it since I was little and so I started thinking the same way as those parents. For the passed years, I kept telling myself that I have to work and get good grades, so I can go to a good university and then get a decent job. However, after I started reading this book, it kept me wondering and thinking so much that I am not sure what to do now. I know that I am a more left brain directed thinking person, my thinking are pretty linear, sequential and analytical. I felt fine with all that before, and I was going to stay like that for my life. But now, when I do things, I tried to think what a right brain person would do and I would try to balance my left way of thinking and that right way of thinking.

I totally agree with author on his opinion on abundance. Right now, in today's society, people really stopped looking for a normal function object with a reasonable price. We actually start looking for cool designed function things and we would rather pay more money for that!! It's all about creativity now!!

It shocked me when I read the part " The United States spend more on trash bags than ninety other countries spend on EVERYTHING!!!". How is that possible!!?? How can we possibly spend so much money on our waste!!?? This just blew my mind!!:O

A Whole New Mind- Chapter 1

1. What surpriced me?

I didn't think that the right brainers will rule the next era before, but when I think about it now, I think it actually makes sense. I understand now that the left brainers would soon be replaced by the computer, and only the right brain would not, because the computer will never come up wiht new ideas by itself. It is the humans who had invented the computer!!

2. What did you already know?

I knew the difference between the left brain and the right brain back when I was in Grade Ten's Personal Planning class. For example, I knew that the left brainer only sees a part of things and the right sees the big picture.

3. Any new words? Provide definition.

Saboteur- someone who deliberately damages ir destroys the property of an enemy or opponent.

Cascade-a series of things that come quickly one after another.

Grudge-to give someting without wanting to.

4. What changes will you make as a reault of reading this?

I understand that I 'm a more left brain directed person; therefore, I try to make my two brains more balance by practicing writing with my left hand. According to the book, your left side of the body is controlled by your right brain. But I really want to know more about how to balance them

5. What connections have you make to real life?

When I meet with my friends or when I'm talking to a person, I will try and guess which side of brain they are more directed to. Sometimes, I would share what I've learned in Mind the Gap class with them.

6. What questions has this left you with?

If you are a more left brain directed person, what can you do to develop you right brain?

I really want to know about this.

7. What is the word of the day?

Great! I love learning new things!!:)

8. Additional comments.

I love this class, we're always learning new things! It's awesome!

Intersting questions...:)

• Define the word Identity...
Identity is who and what we are. It's the qualities that make a person what he/she is and different from others.


• Who am I?
I am Rose Lee, I am sixteen and yes, I can drive now!!:P I am an art major at LFAS and I enjoy mostly every day in my life!


• What is important to me?

My family and friendships are important to me. They mean a lot to me.





• When do I lie?

I lie when I don't feel comfortable of telling the truth, when i know people will get really mad at me.





• Am I a hero?

No, I don't think I'm a hero. A hero contributes a lot to his/hers community, family and others.





• What is my goal in life?

My goal in life is to get a well-paid job
(A teacher or a psychologist), marry a good husband and have six children. Most importantly, "live happily ever after"! :D





• What is the purpose of life?

The purpose of life is to set a goal for yourself, and spent all your life try to live up to that goal.
• What is my purpose in life?

My purpose in life is to live happily ever after!! hahahhaha :))




• What would I die for?

I would die for my family or for the ones I love!





• What do I want people to remember about me when I die?

I'm not sure, I haven't think this far yet. But still, I 'll think of something---------my smiles?





• Who is my hero?

My parents are my heroes.





• What kind of mother do I want to be?

I want to be a loving mother. I will not scold or yell at my children and I would make meals for them and I'll drive them to school everyday.





• Am I a honest person? How do I know that?

I am quite honest and I don't usually lie. I don't lie because I know if I lied, I would feel terrible about it. Therefore, I would rather tell the truth and admit what I did wrong. (most of the time...:))

3 Studio Lighting Pictures found online~

http://www.google.ca/images?um=1&hl=zh-TW&rlz=1W1DACA_en-GB&tbs=isch%3A1&sa=1&q=glamour-+butterfly+nose&btnG=%E6%90%9C%E5%B0%8B&aq=f&aqi=&aql=&oq=&gs_rfai=

Hatchet/ Side

http://www.esthergibbons.com/photos/portrait/HatchetSideLightingDramaticMale.jpg

Rembrandt

http://retrovision.tv/wp-content/uploads/504px-rembrandt_van_rijn-self_portrait.jpg