(B8) Social Media: Summative Evaluation

 B8 Social Media:

Peggy and I worked really well together throughout the project, we incorporated frequent video calls (around 1 a day), initially these were to discuss the research we had done, as well as emerging ideas. As the project progressed these were used as a way to check in with each other, share work and delegate roles/jobs to be completed. We worked side by side for the initial ideas and starting developments and as the project progressed we would work on our own spreads for the publication but would check in regularly with each other to provide feedback. Since we were able to communicate openly with each other we could play off one another's strengths throughout the project. 

Our time management was good, we designated a week for initial ideas, a week for development and a final week for refinement. We stuck to this schedule which prevented us from spending too much time on ideas and experiments that weren’t working. As the submission for the module is digital we didn’t dedicate time to making the publication, however, we decided to print the book allowing us to gauge the success of the project. This meant we spent longer on the project that originally anticipated, but it was for a valid purpose.

By printing the book physically we could see that the production considerations such as french folds helped emphasise the idea of rabbit holes, they concealed the information well and incorporated a level of engagement from the audience. There were some pages that could’ve been explored further and present more of a digital tone, however, the experience as a whole was really successful, it made you think and question the purpose of the object and I believe the final outcome is successful in answering the brief. 

During this brief I was drawing on contemporary research and I’ve found there’s a wealth of creative people who work in experimental publications exploring a vast range of themes, this was really inspiring throughout the project and encouraged me to think more openly about my designs. 

I really enjoyed working on this project with Peggy. It was great having someone to bounce ideas, as we have a similar approach to working both creatively and practically we complimented each other well. I hadn’t enjoyed many collaboration projects pre-level 6, and I learnt this is because the collaborations didn’t run as smoothly. From collaborating with Peggy I learnt that being honest is better than trying to please the other parties, it encourages open conversation and allows for a project to develop as best it can.