Research

We began this assignment by reading chapters from the book Slow Looking: The Art and Practice of Learning Through Observation by Shari Tishman.

We practiced the different types that we read about by observing spots throughout Hayes Hall.

We observed different styled maps and their differences.

I chose my final destination as the overlook of Mirror Lake.

I used the slow looking techniques as I walked to my destination.

I began to research the area to get a better understanding of it as a whole.

I used the information that I gathered to create a brochure for others to interpret.

Using magazines and other materials, I explored different ways to communicate the exploration.

>Exercises/Activities

Exercise 1: Written Directions

Specific Directions: Start at the entrance of Hayes Hall and walk directly straight on the path that leads to the first red circle. From there, turn right and stop at the center of the oval to look around at all of the buildings. Next you are going to want to continue forward and observe the William Oxley Thompson Statue that is in front of the Thompson Library. When facing the library, turn around so you are looking at the path that you just came from and walk straight until you reach the third path on your right. Now you will want to keep walking on that path until you see the path split on the right that goes between the Mendenhall Laboratory (on the left) and the Orton Geological Museum Building (on the right). Take that path and it will lead you to South Oval Dr. and you will want to walk on the left of the building which will lead you to Hagerty Drive. Across that road should be two sidewalks that you can take, choose the one on the right side and that will lead you to the center of the south oval that has a tree in the center. With the Museum behind you, take the path on the right and walk directly straight and you will now approach the Browning Amphitheater that has many features to admire. After you get a good like, continue to your right down the few steps and in front of you will be Mirror Lake. Take a right and go around the lake which will finally lead you to the destination, lake stone grotto. From here you can see the Amphitheater on the right, Pomerene Hall right ahead, Campbell Hall on your right, and so many amazing features of the lake.

Creative Description: I wander across the paved path in front of Hayes hall, with the crisp morning air surrounding me. Ahead is a web that connects the different thoughts of each student. To my right is the path left empty, escaping the chaos. I make my way towards the center of the oval that is filled with life and happiness. The sun begins to shine brighter reflecting off of the William Oxley Thompson Statue that I will soon begin approaching. I begin feeling lifted by the leaves falling and the smell of fall around the corner. I turn back towards the center of the oval as the cool wind blows my hair. Each building provides its own purpose, as I focus on one, the Orton Geological Museum Building. Behind it is a tree which leaves me with curiosity. Around this tree is darkened by the shade and seems left untouched. I see a glowing entrance to my right which is provided with life. I approach the Browning Amphitheater where students are working and it feels like more of a reality. Down the stairs is a path that leads me to my destination that allows me to take in all of my thoughts without the worries of others. Lake stone grotto overlooks views that allow you to use your imagination.

Exercise 2: Pictures

Final Destination – Overlook of Mirror Lake

My overall idea for my journey was to point out parts that I visited when I decided to commit to OSU.

Starting Point: Hayes Hall was the first academic building that I wanted to see because of the Foundations Program.

Point 1: The Oval is where I got to see a lot of the student life as everyone crossed my path.

Point 2: On my way to see the library I stopped at The William Oxley Thompson Statue.

Point 3: Students had a stand by this tree in the south oval about Buckeyethon which was something I was really involved with in high school.

Point 4: I found the Browning Amphitheater very peaceful and unique.

Final Destination: The overlook of Mirror Lake is the spot that my mom made me take a photo in front of and is when I decided to commit to OSU.

Iterations

I began experimenting digitally and inserted the general area of my map from google into procreate using the guided grid.

To create the outline, I traced over the lines and buildings as I began incorporating my ideas.

Using the grid, I translated my digital version onto tracing paper.

Once on tracing paper I used the light table to put the final outline on bristol.

Production

By referencing the images that I took, I began to draw the magnified points in the bubbles.

I chose the color red to show my path because of ohio state and it symbolizes celebration.

I continued the color red within each bubble to communicate that journey.

The bubbles are where I utilized line weight, value, and texture (non-visual sense) to make them stand out.

I added the last few details and filled in the circles to make it bold.

Final Map

Throughout this project I was able to gain a better understanding of what it means to communicate through design. Learning different techniques through slow looking allowed me to interpret those senses within my map. I had to get out of my comfort zone and dig deeper when asked the meaning behind certain points. But by doing this, I have become more confident with communicating designs and expressing a variety of ideas.

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