This semester instead of taking an internship, each of us in the IA will be planning our own independent project about something that interests us or are passionate about.
So... What a better time to do something about PHOTOGRAPHY?
At first, I had decided to make my project about creating a way in which I could put my pictures "out there" for others to see. It was either creating a website or a book.
After pitching my initial idea to the class I realized that it was a good idea but there was a lot more than I could do. If I was going to have this time to do something I really liked I had to TAKE ACTION.
A few months ago my aunt told me she was buying a new apartment. I was really excited and asked her if she needed any help with the decoration. She then asked me if I could help her with the decoration, especifically with the walls and that she wanted photos as paintings hung on the walls of her living room. Of course, I was really excited because this was not just a great opportunity to help her with the photos but also with the interior design plan for her living room and dining room.
I told her a few days ago about the ideas of my independent project and she asked why I didn't take advantage of this time and "work" for her about what we had discussed earlier this year.
I really don't see a reason why!
After pitching my initial idea to the class I realized that it was a good idea but there was a lot more than I could do. If I was going to have this time to do something I really liked I had to TAKE ACTION.
A few months ago my aunt told me she was buying a new apartment. I was really excited and asked her if she needed any help with the decoration. She then asked me if I could help her with the decoration, especifically with the walls and that she wanted photos as paintings hung on the walls of her living room. Of course, I was really excited because this was not just a great opportunity to help her with the photos but also with the interior design plan for her living room and dining room.
I told her a few days ago about the ideas of my independent project and she asked why I didn't take advantage of this time and "work" for her about what we had discussed earlier this year.
I really don't see a reason why!
- WHAT -
Especifically, my aunt told me the type of pictures she wants are of flowers, which is exactly what I want. I bought a macro lens a few years ago and I never used it as much. I'm definitely ready now to use it and experiment a lot more with it.
- WHY -
Doing this for my project allows me to experience working for someone else and following instructions, which I believe is very important for the future. As I said before, I want to use this time to get in touch with photography again and now I even have the opportunity to mix it with some interior designing as well. It's like the best of both worlds, kind of. :)