Author: Eli Wesley Barker

On the day of our showcase, we had every file prepared and just needed to map our visuals to our signs. It proved difficult to map exactly to our signs, as we had to tilt the projector at an angle with a cardboard slip so it would cover every sign. With a little teamwork between…

Having an organised itinerary really helped us all stay on task and feel reassured that we were on track. As such, I created a group chat and posted an in-depth schedule for each week, including timing, where everyone would be, and their tasks. This was filled in by asking people about their schedules and what…

Through workshops with Mario, I considered different ways to approach the installation and the materials and setup I’d like to explore individually before grouping up and collaborating on ideas. My initial idea was to create a wall of clocks with different textures, varying sizes, and appearances, and to find a way to place them on…

I started this project with so much freedom it frightened me, but once I began to consider the possibilities of experimentation, I realised it could be quite fun. I learnt a variety of new skills and ways to solve problems I may encounter.

I began searching for natural sounds of birds, rivers, and waterfalls, and for calming, almost meditative music. My research was conducted by listening to free sounds and recording my own audio at Brighton beach and in parks, where I could hear the birds. It was fun paying attention to what natural sounds could elevate my…

I worked in After Effects for about a week, learning new tools and shortcuts to streamline the editing process. Once I had a good grasp of the software, I added my assets to the program and began pinning the timing in various areas to ensure a smooth movement of my background. However, I had to…

I tested a lot with various materials when creating my backgrounds. I understood the environment I wanted to mould, and I had three words that redirected me if I was drifting: cold, icy, and snowy. This technique really helped transform the sea into something with depth.I began in the real world, grabbing random pieces in…

I chose early on in the project to work in stop-motion, as I love the aesthetic and handmade feel of the pieces I create. Additionally, during the professional practices unit, I realised how important it is for me to create works that align with my prospects. I favour working with stop-motion equipment as I am…

My first experiment was unexpected and was meant to be a personal project that drifted into the Tower of Babel assignment. On a random night, I was looking at photographs of my late father and noticed that, because of how old the photos were when they were taken, they have a fun sort of film/noise…

Completing the workshops helped with both initial idea generation and with feeling more confident with software such as TouchDesigner, allowing me to experiment and push my own ideas further. Working with charcoal, magazines, and music, Jane and Dan helped us reimagine various barriers in everyday spaces as abstract visuals. Whilst we were sorting through magazines…