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Hello everyone I’m back again to update you on my projects for this week. First off, I am very close to completing my portfolio campaign, and we are voting on the winner for that next week looking forward to it. Then I am starting to build my personal website for my portfolio and how to contact me and for future employers to get to know me. It is safe to say I am very busy as the semester is close to being almost halfway done and we are that much closer to graduating

Next, we have how interplay makes a message in a design. There are many different ways that interplay is used within messages. For example, size changes of shapes affect the relationship of the design, then reordering, which can create disorder, then differential shapes, which creates simplicity within a design. Using these will create a different perception of the message in the design. Then, there are complex and abstract messages. These are simple shapes and lines that, when combined, create an emotional or life experience out of the shapes. An example is when curved lines all 

combine. It is a way to represent unity. Another example is if you have a black space with lines created out of dots, it 

represents effervescence. There are many other examples, and every design for what they mean is different and unique.

Models that have pictorial significance all depend on what a designer might choose to use for a design that can be 

anything from photography to painting or illustrations for the design. The images must have informational clarity, which means that the images used help share the message the images represent. Then, there is also the medium of the message. The medium is what the image is made of, whether the image is made with photographer ink or charcoal. Now, depending on what is used to create the image, it can also affect other things than just the meaning of the image. For example, say you wanted to develop a piece of art from a specific period; then, if you wanted to get the right message with the image, then the design would have to be made with the same medium as the piece being used for reference. Then, if you choose to utilize a different medium, it can also create a different message, but it all depends on what is used.

The last topic to go over is stylization, which means altering an image to change the meaning of the visual 

message. Then, certain parts of a subject can be easily recognized, no matter what changes are made to the images or shapes. An example of this is the features of a cat. However, if an image has enough design changes, it can make the 

identity different from the ones that were once considered similar in one way or another. This last part has deficiently been one of the most exciting topics to learn in this chapter. I would deficiently like to use them to see if it can give some 

improvement in my designs. I have learned a lot of information in this chapter about how the simplest things can make the biggest changes in a design and can make the message within very different.

As I have said before, images are essential to any design because of what they are used for. Images are used for all kinds of things other than just being a picture or using colors and shapes. They also draw attention to people, create messages without using words, and create emotions and feelings based on the images and the colors used. First off, I’m going to explain what an image is, which is a use of shapes and colors that, in the hands of a designer, can be used to create pictures of anything from people to landscapes, which create emotions for the people who see the images as well as developing a message within the image without the use of words or text which is a visual counterpoint. 

Then, there is the spectrum or representation, which works in stages. It starts with it being a literal image for a picture of an eye, and then, on the other end, a different image or shape is used to represent an eye. This is where the image is

considered symbolic. An example is using circles or letters like an o or e to represent an eye. Another way of 

explaining this is the image being either pictorial or non-pictorial now; if it’s pictorial, the image is very realistic. Then, if the image is non-pictorial, it is less detailed and more symbolic and simplistic in its design using shapes or letters.

How images communicate creates how our brain revives images. This is referred to as semiology. This was developed in the 1800s. This was broken up into two parts: how people see an image, the first part being what the image looks like and what it means. An example is using text instead of an image for a flag. This manipulates the text, making it look like a flag blowing in the wind. Another term for this is syntax, which means that all forms carry the meaning of what they represent, creating visual stimuli in the brain when seeing the image, no matter how simple or complex it is in the design.

Freelancing is doing specific work for clients without committing to full-time employment. Freelancers often take on multiple projects with different clients simultaneously.Freelancers handle contract work on a part-time or full-time basis and often sign agreements before starting projects.With freelancing, the client pays per project, per task, or per hour, depending on the agreement. Freelance projects typically involve short-term assignments, although satisfied clients often request follow-on work. 

pros

Flexibility. As a freelancer, you are able to chose your hours and decide when and where to work. For example, you can work from home or when you’re at the beach. Freelancing flexibility helps promote a better work-life balance.

Choice of clients and projects. Working as a freelancer allows you to select the projects that match your skills and interests. You can also pick clients who fit particular criteria.

Setting your own rates. You may enjoy greater control of your earnings potential since you generally set your own rates as a freelancer. The amount of work you’re able to handle daily or weekly is another factor that is likely to determine your earnings.

Improved skill set. As a freelancer, you may have the opportunity to work on more specialized projects, giving you greater experience with niche subject areas.

Exposure to global brands. Because you can choose your clients and projects, you have the opportunity to develop meaningful relationships with businesses from around the world.

cons

Isolation. Unlike a part-time or full-time job, having a freelance business may get lonely, especially if you’re working remotely. If you thrive on day-to-day interactions with colleagues in a work environment, you may find freelancing isolating.

Uncertain job security. Freelance work is likely to be erratic—you might have more work than you know what to do with at some points but struggle to land projects at other times. You may need to continue working in your regular job to maintain a steady income in the early stages of your freelancing career.

Administrative responsibilities. As your own boss, you’ll need to handle legal paperwork, invoicing, marketing, and other relevant administrative duties. These responsibilities may require considerable knowledge of bookkeeping, tax regulations, and office technology and take time from your area of focus.

No employer-funded benefits. As a self-employed person, you don’t have an employer who contributes to health insurance, 401(k) retirement offerings, and other benefits associated with a full-time job .

Hey guys im back with an update on my current projects for the year I have been working on my 2024 portfolio campaign and am getting closer to getting do i only need to finish the website mock up and maybe touch up a few thing but otherwise its going good.

Then as for my 10 pcs campaign for bricks and minifigs i have got a few designs started for the t-shirt and gathered the information for the other pieces that I will be making

Then Lastly I will be printing a few copies of my insight magazine and I am working on designs put my contact info on pens to hand out at the portfolio show. That all I got for now until next time thank you guys

Hello good news I have finally completed the magazine that I had created last year I will finally be making it in a real magazine this week and I can say it really does feel good to see your completed work after you put so much time into it.

Good morning everyone I back with a new update on my current projects. this week I have completed my logo design and flyer for the upcoming portfolio show and in finishing the invite for the event and starting the design for the guest book.

Then I have also started a ten piece campaign for a company of my choice I chose the Brick and Minifigs lego store. I am getting started on my first pieces and an close to finishing my first piece a box for the minifigures people purchase.

Finally I am starting to create a two minute promotional video for the portfolio show I have completed the script and will start recording by the end of the week on friday when I am more available to record. That’s all for now guys there is more to come with every week thank you and i’ll see you next week

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Hello today I thought I show you some of the post that I helped create for the Toy Lending Library of Sioux Falls. They are a non profit who provides books and toys for kids ages zero to five the toys and books are free to take and they help children learn and grow.

The toy Lending Library of Sioux Falls has new toy boxes available. Theses boxes are filled with toys that focus on the senses of touch and sound. These are made for children who have limited or impaired vision because we believe that every child should be able to learn and grow through what we like to call the power of play. We believe that children do there best learning through playing with toys and reading books, so we provide them for families in need.  For more information or to see what toy boxes we have available please visit our website at www.toylendinglibrarysd.org Thank you and have a good day.

Hello, The Toy Lending Library of Sioux Falls is looking for donations for there toy boxes. We accept any new children’s toys or books. We also accept gently used items they must be in good condition and not damaged or missing parts. If you wish to donate to The Toy Lending Library, please visit our website to donate online or visit our wish list to see what books or toys that we need for our toy boxes. We believe that children learn and grow through the power of play and with your donation you are helping a child grow and experience the world. For more information or to see what toy boxes we have available please visit our website at www.toylendinglibrarysd.org Thank you and have a good day.

Hello, The Toy Lending Library of Sioux Falls is creating new toy boxes that help teach the lesson of inclusion to other. Being inclusive of others is an importin lesson for all children to learn so we have created new toy boxes with bocks and toys to help teach kids to include others no matter who they are. This is all part of our mission for children to learn and grow through the power of play. For more information or to see what toy boxes we have available please visit our website at www.toylendinglibrarysd.org Thank you and have a good day.

Hello, The Toy Lending Library of Sioux Falls Is excited to inform you that we are offering new toy boxes. Each toy box comes with five toys and or books for children of 5 years or younger. This is all part of our mission for children to learn and grow through the power of play We believe that children do their best learning through playing with toys and reading books, so we provide them for families in need. For more information or to see what toy boxes we have available please visit our website at www.toylendinglibrarysd.org Thank you and have a good day.

The Toy Lending Library of Sioux Falls Is looking for volunteers to help clean and sanitize the toys for our toy boxes. If you are interested in volunteering for more information or to sign up visit our website at www.toylendinglibrarysd.org Thank you, we hope you will come volunteer with us.

The Toy Lending Library of Sioux Falls Is proud to announce that we are getting new toy boxes that focus on kindergarten readiness. Kindergarten is one of the first big steps in a child’s life we want to help make sure that your child is prepared by providing educational toys and books to help them. To see what toy boxes, we have available please visit our website at www.toylendinglibrarysd.org Thank you and have a good day.

Hello today I thought today I would tell you about what things are like for me and my family in my home life. The most important thing for my family at the moment is that on thursday my sister addie had her second acl surgery. She unfortunately got hurt during her high school basketball practice which sucks because that was the same way she hurt her first acl. Even though it was her second surgery it still does not make it any easier for her. but we are here to support her I have had lots of surgeries in my life so i know its not easy having to get back to where you were before an injury but its easier when you have people to help you through it.