Filed under: School Life, Triumphs & Heartbreaks | Tags: dreamweaver, flash, hope
GDMA 2.5 is officially over. It’s hard to believe that I am half way through my bachelors degree and the next time I set foot in the campus, I’ll be a 3rd year. This school year has really gone by in a blur. There were no pauses, just full force forward.
Thinking back, there were several projects that I’ve really enjoyed doing. And although I am quite happy with some of the work I’ve produced, there are a few projects that I really felt I could’ve done better. The introduction to the flash and dreamweaver program was a humbling experience. Just when I thought I was a somewhat well-rounded graphic designer, just when I felt like I was superior to the general population of earth, flash and dreamweaver slaps me in the face and brings me back to reality.
There were moments when I just felt like giving up because giving up is something I do/used to do quite often. I’m pleased with myself that I pushed through, because I feel like I’ve grown from the person I used to be just a few years ago. I also think I toughed it out because I feel like graphic design is something I want to actively pursue. And that makes me feel good because I remember the feeling of being adrift and unmotivated like it was yesterday.
Filed under: Graphic Design, Resolutions, School Life, Triumphs & Heartbreaks | Tags: flash, letters
Hello Me,
I have been less than impressed with you lately. School work has not been up to par or even close to it. Your flash website might be your worst work yet. Not knowing the program is no excuse for an utter abomination of a layout. It is not my intention to be harsh on you, but I would like you to do better next time. That is why I’ve decided to give you a list of summer resolutions:
- Buy a credible Flash how-to book. Read it and follow exercises provided.
- Go to gym at least 3 times per week. Yes, 3, to make up for the complete absence during the school year.
That’s about all I can think of for now. More might be added on later.
Love,
Me
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Dear Me,
I know I have disappointed you greatly. Plese know that I am deeply sorry for letting you down. There is no one else in this world whose opinion I value more.
I know that the unsatisfactory work that I have been producing lately is of my own doing, but I do feel that there are some circumstances that have led me to those outcomes. One of which is the untimely change of residence that happened in late March. However, I must admit that there were times when I just was not motivated to do anything productive.
I will do better next time and I hope to regain your respect one day.
Yours,
Me
PS. You’re a hottie.
