#7-in-7

[elenaleegold]

7-in-7 (part 3)

7-in-7 cont’d:

"How might a click express a change in perspective?" 

I created 5 google chrome variations on this. In the first, a click sends the text dripping down the screen. Text is no longer stable but, moves at its own pace downwards, increasing the window size infinitely. The second produces this dark, shadowy cast over the screen, creating a sort of horror filter. The third blurs the screen into oblivion, and creates these pretty cool effects once the image information can no longer blur the images anymore. The fourth rearranges the text on a page. Text is read into my script, and then reassigned around the page randomly. This one is particularly interesting because it really changes the layout on the page. In the video, I'm on StackOverflow, and its amusing to see people's questions become answers and answers becomes questions. Lastly, I created an extension that just replaces all images with an angry face. It's maybe a little less meaningful and just silly? It makes me laugh every time :') The videos are in order in the way they're described.

I think my 7-in-7 was successful to some extent, but I also really want to hear feedback from folks. Should I continue down this route? Are these compelling? Is there a way to shape these within some kind of overarching container?

[elenaleegold]

7-in-7 (part 2)

7-in-7 cont’d: 

"How might a cursors express mediumship?" 

This one was probably one of my favorites. The question is meant to see if I could replicate the relationship with spirits that a medium might have, to one that a cursor might have to "dead" bits of code, text, hyperlinks, etc.  It functions like this: the cursors grabs all of the text elements from links featured in the browser's history and they appear circling the cursor, moving in and out or disappearing suddenly. Every so often, a "spirit" will leave and a new one will appear.

One more post so I can upload all 5 of my day 7 videos!

[elenaleegold]

7-in-7 (part 1)

My 7-in-7 unfortunately took quite a while and ended up becoming 7 projects that I kept tweaking over the course of 2 weeks. Though I'm not entirely sure how I feel about them, I did enjoy making some of them. I'm still unsure if this is the right path to take, and whether this communicates my original concept.

"How might scrolling express loneliness?" 

I could think of a bunch of conceptual web "art" pieces that I could create, but I decided I wanted to anthropomorphize "scrolling" and create this creature that reacted to it. I originally create a few variations on this idea, one being a creature that needed endless scrolling in order to stay "happy", another that needed slow scrolling, and the final iteration, a creature that dreaded the end of a page. As you reach the bottom of a page via scrolling, the creature's mood goes from bliss to deep dread.

"How might input/buttons/levers express curiosity?"

I think that this project didn't quite achieve what it set out to, but it had me thinking about whether I wanted these questions to create these personified interface elements, or inspire this expression in their user. I had originally thought it was the former, but I decided to try to create something that achieved the latter for this particular day. In the following video, the property box that one calls up almost feels dadaist. The buttons don't make sense, the levers are meaningless, but the user is compelled to click them anyway (I think) to see what happens.

"How might a clock express stillness?" 

While I think this project answers the question, it's probably my least favorite/ the least interesting. A clock appears, and as the second, minute, and hour hand move, the remnants of the hands stay in place and eventually, after 12 hours create one solid circle with spokes, unmoving.

"How might hyperlinks express shyness?" 

This project ended up being a bit buggy. I wanted to create hyperlinks that shied away when a mouse approached them too quickly. In order to click on a link, you must approach the link very slowly as to not scare it away. While the link was increasing in size after being scared, it's rendered unclickable.

“How might screens express warmth?" A

Admittedly, I lifted this from my MS2 project because I really liked it and it addressed the question in a succinct way. I'm not sure exactly where this would appear, or what interface it riffs on exactly. It encourages users to touch their screen and feel for the warmest spots. The longer they linger, the brighter that part of the screen glows.

The rest of my 7-in-7s are on another post because I can’t add more than 5 videos on one post!

[aidingandabetting]

7-in-7 :: Fall Fashion Finds for the Equestrian

#6 :: Fall Fashion Finds

Silk Hermes Inspired Scarves

Now, there is no doubt that Hermes has become synonymous with French Equestrian Chic. Consider these flirty, colorful scarves when you need to add a splash of color to any outfit. You can even dress up a white V-neck and sneakers with one of these for a young, trendy look. These are also great for wearing with Pea coats. Love, love, love this fall fashion! Oh, and you'll look like the fabulous Betty Draper. C'mon, who doesn't want to look like Betty?

  Also, did you know that these scarves have become such an international fashion trend that Hermes has even dedicated a book to them? Check it out here!

Where to buy?: Various retailers

How much moolah?: ... You're looking at a pretty penny. However, this trend isn't limited to brand. Often times "Hermes-esque" scarves can be found on Etsy or other online consignors.