What Does Language Look Like?

Using illustrator we have picked one word to represent graphically. These are some of my top compositions. This is the start of our newest project!

Pitcher Poster

The Domestic Pitcher

           - The domestic pitcher is a household classic. It’s a simple object- it stores and pours. To remove some of the bulk and to even out the distribution of weight, a handle is built into the pitcher itself. An angular body provides a better fit in the refrigerator, and the curved lip helps direct the pour. It’s a simpler version of a classic. -

final product

Michelle, Carissa, Shelby, Weston

It pours!

After multiple hours working with butyrate, acrylic, wood, and a whole bunch of tools we had no idea how to use (yay freshman) we created a usable, non-leaking, AMAZING, domestic pitcher. Good work team.

The Writer's Toolbox Review

            Tools come in all shapes and sizes. You have things that are sharp, curve, cut, attach, measure, and refine. But what is the tool that is the power behind all these things? Your mind. The mind is essentially a box full of tools; its different techniques can be used for different types of thinking, brainstorming, and in our case, designing,

“Learning never exhausts the mind.” Leonardo Da Vinci

            Reading The Writer’s Toolbox gave me some insight into new ways of thinking. As a designer we need to create the uncreated- but how do we come up with ideas? Where do we start? The Writer’s Toolbox told of ways such as mind mapping, concept maps, word lists, free writing, and brain writing.

            Mind mapping and concept mapping are a type of chart that grows from central or general ideas. The text describes that concept mapping, however, has a tendency to show more of a hierarchy of importance. This is a method easily used to get ideas across with teachers and students. Mind mapping was a tool that my group, in the make it better project, utilized.

            Free writing, brain writing, and lists all seem to go hand in hand. The Writer’s Toolbox described free writing as closely liked with journal writing, just with a defined topic. Brain writing is a little more organized than free writing, but uses descriptions about certain topics and subtopics. Word lists help get ideas flowing and are a quick and easy way to jot down any idea that comes to mind.

            Using these tools are beneficial to our creative thinking. Writing out our thoughts and jotting down any brainstorming we have is great for documentation and it helps us think of new ideas along the way. This is an important step in the designing process.

Interviews of our Final Prototype

Katie:
What is good about this pitcher?
     I like that it is clear, and keeps a simple look. The shape reminds me of a gallon of milk which seems very logical for the storage in the fridge.
Would you use it?
     Yeah I would definitely use it. The fact that it is designed to not be leaky is great, and would make me want to buy it.
What would you change about it?
     You're the designer, not me. I think maybe the handle could be small in diameter but I like everything else!

Mary:
What is good about this pitcher?
     Well, it seems very efficient. I like that the transparency of it makes the pitcher less distracting in look. It is less bulky. Leaky pitchers suck, so I agree that is an important factor. I'm impressed you made one you could see through haha.
Would you use it?
     Are you going to buy me drinks to put in it? Of course I would use it! It seems very useful, and yet not obnoxious.
What would you change about it?
     I like it, and that's that.

Katie(left) and Mary(right)

Concept

The domestic pitcher is a household classic. It’s a simple object- it stores and pours. To remove some of the bulk and to even out the distribution of weight, a handle is built into the pitcher itself. An angular body provides a better fit in the refrigerator, and the curved lip helps direct the pour. It’s a simpler version of a classic.