What I’ve learnt to do better/ What I have done well.

I am more aware of the relations of things and the agencies it holds – Throughout the semester I’ve watched documentaries such as- Cowsipracy, The True Cost, Minimalism. These are all environmental documentaries, besides learning about environmental issues, I’ve noticed and learned the chains of effects in these documentaries.

I’ve also learnt and applied new approach towards my readings and writings. I used to read through once and highlight the whole page. This semester, I’ve read through my readings least thrice and I’ve used the Cornell notes method to write down my notes. I’ve also applied the pomodoro writing technique (25 mins method).  I’ve explored different ways of noticing and even wrote a letter to a tree, all these lead to research and  tense blogging session. “Everything seems to be normal” but what exactly is normal?I tried by best to make it a habit to blog – For my final assignment, I’ve started blogging my WIP 2 weeks ago, thought process and drafts.

First video( Noticing 01) compare to Final video, Exquisite Corpse progression

First video- visuals and audio too literate. (very traditional way of media making)

Final video- More dense,

What I could have done better:

more practices,I struggled with new methods and concepts of noticing. Like what Bogost said in the readings “The risk of falling into anthropocentrism is strong. Indeed, I’ll take things farther” anthropocentrism is unavoidable, at least for humans.”

Sometimes I find it hard to get back into this zone- of noticing. More practices would help.

Even though this studio can be tough, it changes my mindset and the way I look at things.By understanding the relation and complexity of things, I’ve begin to understand insights and foresight of my surroundings and in general.

Grade: M/D