Recent Works 10.4

COLLAGE WORK

Where is Real Flattery?

Catcalling isn’t anything new, and almost all women at some point have had to face the uncomfortable and unwanted attention the degrading comments bring when walking down the street. What some may think is innocent like; “Hey sexy” (followed by that awful whistle associated with a desirable appearance) may be flattering, but in reality these remarks make people, like myself, feel uneasy and anything but complimented. In reality, a simple holler could potentially turn into something more dangerous, and for this reason that aggressive assertion of dominance, often thought of as harmless, is actually quite threatening.

      Real flattery is a humanizing behavior that requires a conversation between two people, not just sexual remarks spit at a person from a complete stranger. What’s worse than face-to-face experiences revolving around sexual comments from strangers are the sneaky statements coming out of buildings, car windows or anywhere the harasser can go unidentified. Because they position themselves to be unrecognizable, this makes one think they know their behavior is unacceptable and they probably wouldn’t have the nerve to say it in person

      If you want to genuinely flatter a person, first start by initiating a conversation about the weather, current news, or a book that person happens to be holding......anything BUT physical appearance. April is Sexual Assault Awareness month and although street harassment has become somewhat normalized in our society, it shouldn’t be looked upon as anything less than sexual harassment. Whistling, honking or shouting sexual comments is not innocent and shouldn’t be something people have to just put up with when they leave their homes.  Bringing awareness to this issue will improve our dignity as humans and our society as a whole. 

Some Recent Works In Computer Graphics

                BITMAP POSTER

Objective: Begin to learn how organizations communicate to user groups and audiences and how this can be applied in relation to visual communication and graphic design. I produced a poster for the Brookings Area Transit Authority to promote free rides offered through Safe Ride Home.

MAGAZINE LAYOUT

Objective: This next project involved designing a front cover and a two double-page spreads for a fictional magazine called Arkitekt. The Target market is both male and female readers with an interest in architecture and architectural design. Arkitekt is a high-end magazine aimed at students, professionals, and amateurs who value an informed awareness and knowledge of international contemporary design. 

VECTOR ICON POSTER

Objective: I selected a favorite book from my youth and sketched icons that evoked the themes from the story. After I sketched various objects, I scanned them in and arranged my favorites to form a bigger symbol. The hand drawn look of the symbols and lettering unify the poster along with selective use of color. 

HELLO BABY

Oh Baby

My oldest sister, Grace is having a baby girl... and her due date is a week from today! I had so much fun taking some photos of her baby bump last week. Little baby Lehner is already so loved and has a closet full of clothes and more shoes than I do. Before Grace knew the sex, everybody thought it was going to be a boy and I still have to remind myself that the baby is in fact a girl. There is a chance baby L might be a tomboy like her mama was back in the day... rocking a bowl cut and only wearing boy clothes. Haha! I can't wait to be an aunt and do all the fun things with her without being the mom... best of both worlds, ya know? Thinking back to me and my sisters' childhood, I have so many fond and random memories and I can't wait to share them all that with the baby. Counting down the days until my little niece arrives, can you tell I'm excited?! Can't wait to meet you baby Lehner. 

hanna