Hello and thank you all for waiting! You've been very patient as I ramble on about inspirational quotes and fonts you've never heard of. So before you loose interest in this blog completely, I'll cut to the chase:
The most pressing issue about the show has been the location. As of right now I'm finding it difficult to nail down dates and continue planning. My professor has suggested looking into other venues, which is unfortunate since March is only 5 months away (HOLY COW, IT'S FIVE MONTHS AWAY! It wasn't that long ago when I had a whole year ahead of me!) and I've already invested so much time in each of these locations. But time is running out. I expect to be talking a lot more with my two most likely venues this week.
I've been gathering the names of different printing companies in the area and will soon look into pricing differences. Before I can design any material to be printed, however, I have to settle on a captivating, intelligent-sounding theme for the show; something I have successfully avoided doing for the last month. If you have any suggestions, PLEEEEEEASE help me! Panic is beginning to set in.
However, the last month has not been a complete waste of time; I have been busy categorizing my artwork, taking more photographs, cutting Michael's coupons for my ridiculous framing order, putting together a (rather large) invitation mailing list, and compiling a list of tasteful and appropriate music to play. Special thank you to Walmart, who just sent me a coupon for a free 16x20" poster, saving me $14! In addition to all of this, I have been considering the addition of an entirely new branch of this project.
I can hear it now: "What? Add more to your project? You can barely manage your work already!"
Let me explain: I have decided that it would be an advantage to use this project and the materials created for it as a launching point for my career search after graduation. Since I am already planning to make business cards for myself, and I run this blog like my own personal website, why not buy a domain and set up a real website with a more professional e-mail address? I could post my resume, design and professional accomplishments there, and include the design of the website in my portfolio. This, my friends, is a prime example of the phenomenon called "scope creep" which has been covered in several of my classes. According to Wikipedia (which college students know is always right), scope creep occurs "when a project is not properly defined, documented, or controlled. It is generally considered a negative occurrence, and thus, should be avoided." HOWEVER, my project is very organic, and I am open to change; therefore I do not consider it a negative occurrence, but a great opportunity! Needless to say, this project will keep me busy throughout winter break.
Photo Update: Pictures are up! A small (very small) collection of my art can be seen under the newly created "Artwork" tab (most of them are from my high school days).
On a side note, Happy Fall! Take an hour or so to enjoy the beautiful leaves outside! They are absolutely stunning this week and won't last for long. We are approaching peak colors, people! Grab your cameras and get out there!
