#i need more work with drawing environments and especially indoor ones + work with perspective

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mmmmmmmmm this is looking alright so far 👍

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Editorial/Environmental Planning

For this next brief I have decided to capture my auntie in her home in Pollok in Glasgow. She is a nurse and has been working on the front lines throughout the pandemic so I would like to capture her in her home to illustrate that there is more to her than her occupation. I have not yet been able to visit and do a recce because she has been working a lot but when I thought about this shoot her artist block and fireplace were the two things I thought of first. 

Sitting on their wall in the hallway, it is filled with various significant objects and memories of different colour, texture and details. Some are newer and some have been in her life since she was married so the block is like a family time capsule and of great significance. Therefore I know this will be one of the things I will be focusing on in my shoot. I know this will create a good contrast in the overall tonality of the image as my sitter’s style is quite dark and minimalistic and so I plan to keep her clothing simple to maintain the overall concept of the brief. This will allow me to hone in on the detail within the artist block especially which will tell a story about her identity and her home. Additionally I know this object will grant the the opportunity to create a good portrait with this in the background. 

This is my sketched idea:

I have also considered her fireplace and although it is blocked up, a functioning stove has recently been installed so I know this is something I could potentially work with. This is something I will be able to talk about and plan more in depth after doing a proper recce session. 

Furthermore, my sitter is a passionate knitter, needle felter and crotchier and has sold a number of her creations in her spare time so this is potentially something else I will be able to capture. I know this is something important to her, allowing her to wind down and taking time for herself so I’d like to capture in one of these moments with her materials adding different details and textures and a pop of colour. I can envision focusing on her hands whilst she is crafting as one of my more object focused images. 

I wasn’t able to find the photographer of this image but this was the kind of idea I had when considering my sitter in her crafting environment. The sharpness on the craft with the blurred hands framing it creates a really strong focal point. 

For this photoshoot I will be using my Nikon D3300 and alternate between an 18-55mm and 55-300mm lens in order to give myself the best chance at getting the desired images and desired depth of field. I also will be using my 5 in 1 reflector to introduce catchlights and bring in the most light I can as I will be primarily shooting indoors for this brief. I don’t however feel that my tripod will be necessary in this scenario. Additionally I will be able to recruit one of my other family members to help me with the reflector. 

For the risk assessment I know the main thing I need to consider is the fact that my sitter is currently redecorating her house so the risk created involves tripping over things or falling tools. This will put myself and sitter at risk as well as my assistant who will be holding my light modifiers but can be overcome by clearing enough space to work in prior to each photograph and sub location within her home. 

As I haven't been able to do a recce yet to draw up or sketch many ideas, I decided to research some different images that inspire me and resonate with my visions and ideas. 

Taken by Aaron Lee Fineman, this photo inspired me when planning my environmental editorial photoshoot because the location has an untouched atmosphere, it looks as though the photographer simply captured what they saw. They were able to position themselves so that enough of the location was in frame that was able to provide context about the person. It also looks as though the sitter is positioned how they would be with or without the photographer present, reiterating that this is an Environmental Portrait. 

This is another image that inspired me. Taken by Irina Rozovksy, I found this on the mycity resources and found it inspiring because you can see the photographer was sat directly behind the person’s hand they're photographing allowing to capture the person’s carefree attitude and take on a more candid approach. I feel the composition and framing are strong with a slightly jaunted angle and part of the car seat out of focus drawing the eye to the sitter’s hand. This also allows you to take in the architecture that features in the background while the car is responsible for the foreground. I also like the idea of using the car as a location because I know that they can tell us a lot about a person and are often one of the places most people who drive feel comfortable, it is another place they can make their own. 

My second concept/idea for this photoshoot brief is to photograph my uncle. He has been working from home since the beginning of the pandemic, both for his job and homeschooling his children (until they went back to school) and so I might have the option to capture him in his home office. He has a desk set up in the kitchen with various devices so I know this can be one of the main places I can focus on. I also know him to be very camera shy so this will allow me to opt for a more candid approach, framing the computers around him while he is working. Additionally he is an avid shoe/trainer collector and with around 50 pairs, this is part of who he is. His collection is one of the things that tells a story about him, with different colours and styles, each pair has a different design and detailing, each has a different significance to him. 

My third idea is to capture my other uncle in his art studio. He is a well established Glasgow artist with a studio he is able to frequent almost every day. For this route I know I would follow the more candid approach, not focusing on any particular pieces of clothing and rather paying attention to photographing him in his element to reinforce the authenticity I want to capture. In this shoot I know I would circle back to my idea about capturing my auntie crafting, my focusing on the artist’s hands in this concept while they are sketching or painting. Below is an example of his street work, one of the pieces he has been commissioned for around Glasgow. Another one of my ideas for this concept would be to photograph my sitter in the outside world out with his studio at some of the different locations where his work are to add another dimension to my images as I know these places will be important to him but this will also allow me to build on the narrative aspect.  

Taken by Alex Scheele, I found this photograph of an example of environmental portraiture capturing an artist in their studio. I like the relaxed feel, it looks as though the sitter was left to her own devices and go about her work as she would on a normal basis. It looks authentic with the placement/composition of materials and overall tonality of the image to reiterate the theme of environmental portraiture. The lower down perspective illustrates the magnitude  of the sitter’s surroundings and adds an element of distortion to the foreground. This is a good example of the kind of image I would like to create with this concept.  

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1030

1. What did you do on the last nice weather day? I’m guessing ‘nice’ here universally means sunny and fair, even though that isn’t my weather of choice. But that said, yesterday I just stayed indoors and caught up on rest by binge-watching Friends, which I haven’t done in a while. I also ordered another embroidery kit online since my first kit, which I had mostly used as a trial since I’ve never done one before, has since run out of the given floss.

2. What do you love the most about your work? I work in an agency, so I’m not forced to do PR under just one company which I think would get boring for me pretty quickly. With the nature of my work, it’s fun working with many different brands/companies at one time because I get to be exposed to and learn about different industries, and I’m also challenged to come up with campaigns that would best fit the different groups that we work with which is always fun. Also, PR is a great way to keep up with the trends and always remain hip because I always know about upcoming campaigns or promos before they’re even unveiled to the public, lol.

3. What do you think about what is going on in the world today? I think wealthy people and big corporations are a crucial, if not the main, root of the world’s problems and it’s frustrating that the task of mitigating those issues is always delegated to everyone below them.

4. What is your favorite way to work out? By not doing so, hahaha.

5. What motivates you? I don’t know if anything has been lately. I’ve been taking life slowly and easily these days and I’m allowing myself to just go through the motions as I digest all these big adjustments currently going on in my life. For now I’m not putting any pressure on myself to be motivated to do anything big. I’m still a little overwhelmed with everything as it is.

...where’s #6?

7. What is something people do that drives you crazy? When people need something from you so they message you, but do unnecessary small talk before asking for a favor. The fact that they need my help does not bother me; the fact that they are only talking to me because they need something from me does not bother me. It’s the small talk that irks me. I’ll be ready to help anybody at any time and it doesn’t matter how long it’s been since we’ve spoken – but just go ahead and ask for the damn thing and don’t waste my time trying to sound like you care about what’s going on in my life.

8. What are some things on your bucket list? Go to Wrestlemania, travel with my own funds, have my own place, have kids.

9. What are some of your deal breakers in a relationship? Do I even have any? Gab dropped so many red flags in our relationship that should have been dealbreakers and my dumb, ever-forgiving ass always saw past them. I think the thing with me is that I think I have a list of dealbreakers, but when actually confronted with them I’m too afraid to speak out about it, so I just forgive and forget and eventually they just stop being dealbreakers. I have to work on that.

10. What do you never leave your house without? My top three are phone, keys, wallet. And of course, as a given – a face mask and face shield.

11. What was your most memorable vacation? Sagada and Singapore/Malaysia, since that was my first trip abroad.

12. Do you have any phobias? Needles and fire.

13. What is your favorite ethnic food? Indian, Thai, Indonesian, and Korean. 14. I love Italian/Thai etc. Would you like to go to my favorite place sometime? I love both, though I like Thai a tad bit more. And yessss, I’m always open to anyone’s recommendations so long as it’s got something to do with food.

15. What TV shows have you binged lately? I’ve been rewatching Friends again and I’m in between seasons 5–7, which I believe to be the show’s peak. Currently, I’m several episodes away from the Ross/Elizabeth storyline and Chandler’s proposal.

16. Send me a funny meme that you shared recently. I haven’t been active on social media, so I haven’t seen any new memes lately. I hate missing out.

17. What do you hate about technology? This is more nitpickiness on my end than anything else, but battery power. I hate being constantly cautious over my gadget running out of power or dying on me especially when I’m out. I often find myself wishing for technology to evolve to the point that we won’t need batteries or to charge stuff anymore, which idek if it’s even possible haha.

18. What sites do you find yourself visiting the most? YouTube, by a mile.

19. Do you have any favorite apps? Again, YouTube. I also like going through Reddit at the end of the day.

20. What is the best part of your day? Any point I don’t find myself feeling miserable.

21. What time period would you like to visit the most, if you could time travel? 70′s punk/rock scene, maybe? < Ooh, this is a good one. Also, late 90s Attitude Era-era WWF/E. And whenever Pompeii was around.

22. What scents do you really enjoy? (a certain flower, cut grass, fireplace, perfume) Bakeries, a newly-cleaned hotel room, coffee shops.

23. What is something that you are terrible at? Giving and following directions, drawing, and cooking.

24. What are some favorites on your playlist right now? Because I mentioned The Japanese House on a survey last night, I am ALL over Saw You In A Dream again. Seriously, god-tier. One of my favorites ever. Outside of that, haven’t been listening to music lately because I’m still sad; but I might find myself back on Spotify soon. As much as I haven’t been tuning into music, I do miss it.

25. What comedy movie is your favorite? Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. Also, a bit of a garbage choice but White Chicks.

26. Have you ever meditated? No. I don’t think I have the patience/required attention span for it.

27. What is your dream job? I wanted to be in PR. I currently work at an agency which is my dream for now so yay for me achieving that, but like I’ve said before it would be such a dream come true if I can come work for WWE, my dream company, in any capacity. Getting to work for their in-house PR team would be the perfect icing on the cake.

28. What comes to mind when you think of a great moment in your life? Being in a relationship, and how much I miss that feeling. Now that I’ve experienced both singlehood and having an SO, I can definitely decide that I don’t particularly enjoy being by myself.

29. What do you miss the most about college? The independence I learned to gain. My campus was such a freeing environment and it allowed me to grow so much, to wear whatever I want, to join whatever protest or rally was going on, to meet new people, to hear different perspectives from my classmates. I miss being there.

30. Whenever you text it makes me smile! ???

31. What are you planning this weekend? My weekend is nearly over, actually...for the remaining 10 hours and 20 minutes of it, I willllll probably just watch a bunch of wrestling and maybe find something to watch on Netflix just so that I have something interesting to share for the weekly check-in tomorrow with the team.

32. Who is your favorite band? Paramore, but you knew that already.

33. How do you like to spend your free time? If I manage to find a few free minutes while at work, I gobble that shit up by lying in bed and finding a video to watch. On weekends I like doing embroidery, taking surveys, maybe even find a black hole of articles to read on Wikipedia. I’m also looking forward to playing video games once I’ve finally bought the ones I’ve been eyeing to get.

34. What do you like about springtime? I don’t know. I can’t relate, we don’t have that season.

35. Is your personality similar to anyone in your family? I’m most similar with my mom, but I share traits with my dad as well.

36. How have you handled having to stay in? It was sucky at first, but after eight months you kinda get used to it and just make the most out of things you can do only at home.

37. Are you able to work at home? Yeah, we’re all on a WFH set-up right now.

38. How would your friends describe you? The most popular opinion would probably be ‘shy.’

39. Did you ever take a really big risk? Sure.

40. What do you want to be known or remembered for? Anything but negatively.

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A Career In Color: Seven Things To Know Before You Paint Your Next Room

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A Career In Color: Seven Things To Know Before You Paint Your Next Room

                                        Dee Schlotter, PPG Colorist

Have you every browsed Lowe’s or Benjamin Moore’s paint stores and been overwhelmed by the choices of color?

Little did I know that a simple color choice mixes the science of visual and psychological effects that even influence the human body. 

I learned a lot about the science and subtleties of color when I interviewed veteran colorist, Dee Schlotter. For  almost three decades Dee has managed the development of color platforms, systems and tools for brands such as PPG PAINTS™ and GLIDDEN® paints. She conducts national presentations to architects, designers, and consumers in the hotel, retail, new home construction and residential markets. As a founding member of the PPG Global Color Styling Team, Dee researches and forecasts colors with the global stylists for the architectural, automotive, aerospace, industrial and consumer products markets 

Here are some of the things I learned in our interview:

1. Color Tells a Story.

Dee Schlotter: When people hear about my role as part of PPG’s global color styling and marketing team, working closely with customers and designers to develop color palettes and forecasting color trends for the coatings industry each year, they are surprised that I don’t have a background in interior design. I studied English and Psychology as an undergrad and earned a Master of Science in environmental science management, all of which helped to shape my interest in the psychology and science of color. As a color enthusiast, I am fascinated by people’s reactions to colors, how preferences arise and why, and identifying what’s happening around us and how that translates into color trends and storytelling.

 2. Color Choices Changes Our Lives  

Schlotter: A speaker early in my color marketing career talked about a great book, The Substance of Style by Virginia Postrel, and it was about how we respond to aesthetics. It convinced me that there is so much opportunity to change people’s lives with color and their environment. This has inspired me to always find a deeper meaning to color choice depending on the project and user, and produce recommendations that make customers respond in positive ways – whether it’s for a senior living facility, a school, a millennial multi-family living space, an Airbnb or even a correctional facility.

 3. Science Drives Color 

  Schlotter: There is more science behind the colors of laptops, cars and airplanes than many people realize, and that has held my curiosity – especially later in my career. As one of the global leaders in innovative paints and coatings, PPG is not only helping our customers in automotive, aerospace, consumer electronics, marine coatings and more specify the right colors that will attract their customers, but we are also making sure that the color will work with the coating that is needed for each specific surface and project. I’m humbled to have been at the forefront of these innovations with PPG and to be able to help our customers bring color to their own innovative solutions.

4. Always Be Learning

Schlotter: The people that I’ve had the chance to work with have been the highlight of my career.

I’ve learned so much from working with international interior designer, Vicente Wolf, who is talented, humble and so keen on design and feelings in a space, and the team at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater – talk about a space that you “feel” when you’re in it.

I continue to be amazed at the unity of our PPG global color stylist team. Through opportunities at PPG, I initiated a global color forecasting team with my colleague, Jane Harrington on the PPG automotive team, as well as Vanessa Peterson with our industrial coatings group, to provide forecasting for customers. Starting with three team members in the U.S. 15 years ago, we now have a diverse team of 50 people with many different backgrounds from different regions and industries, yet we all work together to help forecast the color trends for the years ahead. Everyone’s unique perspectives inspire us to step out of our comfort zones and reflect on our personal color preferences and the roles they play in our individual work and personal lives.

5. Naming a Color is Systematic and Serendipitous 

Schlotter: People always say that they didn’t know jobs like mine existed, and everyone wants to know what it’s like naming paint colors as a PPG color stylist. It’s such a fun, creative process, but there’s so much more that goes into it than people realize. We have a huge database of all paint colors and names going back 50 years that we reference, and names have to be approved by our legal department to make sure we are clear from a copyright or trademark perspective. Sometimes, we realize that colors names alone can cause people to hesitate on selecting a color, so we really need to get it just right. We even ask our children to name colors – their answers are often unfiltered but spot on! A fun example of this is PPG’s Zombie, named by my son Jack.

6. You Can Forecast Color Trends 

Schlotter: Naming paint colors is only about 10% of my job. I also focus on developing color marketing programs, color collection launches and anticipating color trends for the years ahead. Our team also designs the color collateral that you see in paint and home improvement stores – from selecting room images, to testing what the colors on the swatches look like in different lighting, and determining how many colors should go on each swatch, in what order they should be displayed, and so much more.

7. Color is a Force of Nature

 Schlotter: My career has been focused on helping people understand the power of color, so I hope that everyone – especially professionals – take advantage of it! The smallest things, like the right paint color, can aid in focus and make you feel differently in a space – color can spark creativity, make you more productive, or even trigger increased appetite!

Nature-inspired design and color have always been my biggest recommendation for anyone working indoors a lot, and these influences have become even more powerful with the challenges we’ve all faced over the past months of working, learning and exercising from our homes. Studies show that when people spend a lot of time in an indoor space, they crave a connection to nature. I always recommend paint colors or accents that reflect natural elements for workspaces, such as Transcend, a mid-tone oatmeal-colored hue that draws on earthy influences and is part of PPG’s 2021 Color Palette of the Year. It’s also great to add indoor plants, wood materials and to let in as much natural light as possible.

So, next time you are pondering what color to paint your family room, or your home’s exterior, revisit these principles and Dee’s insights.

From Careers in Perfectirishgifts

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Critcal Reflection

In this critical reflection of my work I will be focusing on Heterotopias as a concept, and where my research into them lead me with my final illustration. Throughout the second semester of this year-long topic, I have explored places, artists, storyboarding and my own ideas using a vague and interesting stimulus.

Heterotopias are locations which are embedded in aspects and stages of our lives and which in some way mirror and at the same time distort or unsettle or invert other spaces. Put simply a normal location rooted in reality which can be seen as a distortion of reality. This usually involves typical and atypical characteristics clashing within a single space. For example, my first heterotopia used for this module was a space station. Despite being surrounded by human technologies, the unknown environment of space changes the context of everything and shows a distortion of the indoor setting. Heterotopias can be sorted into different types, summarised into six different principles by the philosophical researcher Michel Foucault. The concept my heterotopia of this semester encapsulates most however, is that it ‘Encapsulates spatio-temporal discontinuities or intensities’. This is due to the structure of the overall city and how it functioned. Many things which should have been separate such as businesses, homes and advertisements where forced into the same location due to lack of space. That or aspects such as streets, signs and homes where packed beyond the normal limit within the typical amount of space. A normal seeming city was distorted to accommodate its huge population, giving it heterotopic features.

The heterotopia I chose to research and re-create was the now demolished but well documented walled city in Kowloon Hong Kong. The city stood for around 50 years before being demolished in 1994 by the Chinese government. Before then it stood as a safe haven for dangerous gangs and hosted many unlicensed medical practices, especially dentistry. The city despite having a police force was dangerous and fairly lawless, as the poor squatters which continuously moved in made makeshift homes on the roofs of other homes, which continuously stacked up creating dangerously high buildings. Most citizens however enjoyed living within the walled city, as those who could not normally practice medically with their licences in Hong Kong due to certain restrictions, were able to work. I believe the walled city of Kowloon is a heterotopia as it’s a city disconnected from everything around it operating using its rules and regulations, which distorted a highly urbanised city into an almost dystopian context.

The mood board I created for the city is a collection of images mainly demonstrating the dense population and structure of the building in the city. I used mainly real photographs with few drawings to illustrate the aesthetic and tone of the city. The mood board is oversaturated with images closing the text in-between to help conveys the hectic, overwhelming and oppressive feeling of the city. Collecting the images I needed made me realise how well documented the city was. Various photographers kept extensive portfolios depicting the city, and even multiple accounts of  video footage showing locations and citizens exist.

The main idea for using the city as a heterotopia was to depict the city in a mostly negative light, highlighting the problems of an inconsistently modernised city which retains slum like aspects. My original storyboard ideas showed various shots a people, from various places in the city. I wanted to show how the city was perceived by different types of people from regular citizens to children, business owners and more. After I received feedback from presenting my ideas, I realised I needed to keep my focus on the location and focus less on the people and use them as more like accessories to the city environments which can help tell the story. I decide that instead of creating one image in aftereffects going horizontally across the city, I should change the image so that it pans vertically. By doing this I could emphasise the height of the city buildings, and still conveying the feeling of being small I wanted to get across with the characters with other shots. Working vertically at for example, street level for the whole animation would limit the scope in which the city would be perceived by the audience. I chose to pan downward starting at a clear sky before showing how the screen eventually becomes more and more filled and hectic. Starting with a few wires coming across the shot from the roofs until eventually its filled with advertisements and crowds.

I planned on making my final illustration of what the finished scene would look like, on paper with pencil instead of any other format. I have software that I’d likely be able to create this image in however I feel this was the more suitable choice. As I’ve had less experience drawing digitally overall, as well as more experience drawing characters over background art, I feel I’d be able to make an overall higher quality image using pencil and paper. Using paper however provides it own difficulties. Using colour is a lot more difficulty and complicated. Erasing mistakes with colour also may not be possible, so instead I used greyscale shading. I’d also have to use high quality drawing paper in a format where I could create a lengthy image. The final image turned out well as I started discovering how to use shading and outlines more effectively as I worked. I had the idea in retrospect to draw the initial image on paper, and transfer it over to a digital software to use a base, where I could then use colour and the other advantages or digital art.

One thing I struggled with was the perspective and angle of the shot. I wanted to be able warp the image and give a perspective of looking upwards, as that was one of my original ideas. I used references to try and create this and inadvertently found the two games in development which used the city as either inspiration or as a setting. I thought having a 3D representation of the city could help with this. I had to settle for a normal angle in the end however, as the overall composition and look of the image felt distorted and out of place in my trials. I also first envisioned creating character sheets for the people in the animation, but after feedback and realising that I’d have to make a crowd shot, I settled with making featureless silhouettes. Using silhouettes is simpler and also adds to the mysterious atmosphere of the city I’m trying to depict.

The sound design of the animation would also be fairly simple. I would start at the top of the image with quiet diegetic background noises such as wind. As the screen travels downwards, the noise would slowly get louder as voices of muffled crowds and domestic arguments will be heard as the screen travels down from the apartment windows, into the streets below. I likely would have found royalty free noises online instead of making these myself as it would be quite difficult to emulate this myself. Collecting these noises in the streets could also pose problems, as recording individuals without consent violates some ethics.

During this module I did some research into some ethical issues when it comes to animation. These being IP (Intellectual property) and Image Content. Once my work starts being used in a professional context, I need to be aware of not infringing upon any copyright with my animations and artwork. Along with the basic need to respect others work and IP rights, I need to make sure I never directly use other materials in my work. In this context, not using and publishing any photographers’ images and calling it my own. This is in exception to works in the public domain, in which I feel I should still provide credit. Another more difficult issue is that of Image Content. There are times where if work is too similar to other people’s there could be problems. It can be up to interpretation where materials are to similar, but I still have to be careful to avoid this kind of conflict.

Overall, I am content with the ideas I came up with for this module as the research into Kowloon City was extremely engaging and interesting. The abundance of materials available about my chosen topic area was incredibly useful in my research of the design and aesthetic of the city.  Despite struggling to accurately depict the scene how I wanted, I found solutions and am happy with the overall product. In the near future I plan on improve my illustration skills both traditionally and digitally so I can properly express my ideas and concepts in the most appropriate format, as I feel a strong visual style and identity will greatly benefit my work.

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Adventure Therapy for Addiction: Everything You Need to Know About AT & WT

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Adventure therapy is a powerful treatment for breaking restrictive beliefs during addiction recovery.

However, adventure therapy is a more structured experience than just exploring the great wide outdoors.  This non-traditional therapy comes in many forms.

We’ll walk you through all the core elements of adventure therapy for addiction recovery.

In this article, we’ll explore questions such as:

What is adventure therapy?

Are adventure therapy and wilderness therapy different?

How does adventure therapy help people in addiction recovery?

What skills do individuals in recovery learn from adventure therapy?

How does adventure therapy relate to the continuum of addiction care?

What should I know before starting adventure therapy for addiction recovery?

What is Adventure Therapy?

Adventure Therapy (AT) blends hands-on physical and mental activities to overcome obstacles.  It is a talk therapy based on experiential therapy and cognitive-behavioral therapy.  Most AT programs, like wilderness therapy, use outdoor tasks as a metaphor for personal hurdles in an individual’s lifestyle.

Adventure therapy puts clients in challenging situations to discover ways to heal.

In addiction, adventure therapy is used to guide clients towards healthier sobriety.

For this dialogue, we’ll focus on adventure therapy for recovery from addictions.

Individuals with addictions might work through adventure-based therapy during or alongside traditional therapy.  These therapies may include the CBT or DBT model.

Adventure therapy can help individuals in recovery if they:

Have struggled to finish out daily activities due to their addictions.

Feel unable to talk through their thoughts and feelings in traditional therapy.

Behave uncontrollably as a result of triggers to their addictions.

Experience social difficulties due to thoughts and emotions.

Before diving in, we should clear any confusion between AT and related therapies.

Difference Between Adventure Therapy and Wilderness Therapy

Adventure therapy and wilderness therapy differ a bit despite using similar methods.

Adventure therapy is an umbrella term that can include wilderness therapy.  AT uses obstacles in outdoor and indoor settings to tackle a client’s physical and mental roadblocks.  AT may use varied combinations of man-made and natural challenges.

Wilderness therapy (WT) is a subtype within the scope of adventure therapy.  WT is based around all-natural outdoor activities. These experiences task clients to adapt and endure hardships of weather and terrain.

Adventure therapy works fairly well for many individuals without some risks of WT.   Wilderness therapy tends to be more immersive in specific skills and treatments.

Adventure therapy programs are a common complementary treatment to traditional therapies.  Clients that make little progress in traditional therapy may benefit from AT.

Adventure Therapy for Addiction Recovery Explained

Adventure therapy for addictions gives real-world context to rehabilitation.

Components of AT methods are varied, but are mostly focused on:

Hands-on experience via experiential therapy.

Talking through challenges via cognitive-behavioral therapy.

Each form of adventure therapy program carries a similar layout for treatment.

Format of AT is psychotherapy, also known as talk therapy.  The therapist works through observations and discussions of the client’s behaviors and thoughts.

Structure is driven by goals set by the client.  As a client moves through activities, they unpack solutions.  These parallel potential fixes for their addiction-related issues.

Length can vary between specific programs.  Duration runs from one to three weeks for adventure therapy.  However, it can be six to ten weeks for wilderness therapy.

AT programs tend to be a group-based connection, but some variations do exist.

Types of Adventure Therapy

Adventure therapy can be modified to serve individuals with unique needs.

These variants of adventure-based therapy can include:

Group adventure therapy gathers peers seeking addiction sobriety.  Clients gain social support from sharing experiences and learning from each other’s struggles.

Family adventure therapy treats a recovering individual’s immediate family unit.  This AT type confronts triggers and underlying issues in their home environment.

Individual adventure therapy offers intimate one-on-one sessions.  These are less common, but have risen in availability as time has passed.

Despite differences, each type is focused on a similar skill set for coping with addictions and upholding sobriety.

Skills Learned in Adventure Therapy

Life skills are essential for those with addictions to enter a healthier life.

AT clients learn to embrace social support and healthy decision-making.  Clients mindfully face roadblocks to a sober life through connecting activities to their life.

Adventure therapy programs teach clients these skills for long-term sobriety:

Confidence to be honest and trust one’s self.

Self-awareness to be capable of reflecting on one’s self and others

Communication to cooperate and resolve conflict with others in healthy ways.

Relationship-forming to redefine beliefs on the traits of positive relationships.

Consistency to push forward with action even if clients don’t feel their best.

Leadership to assist and guide others in their own journey

Open-mindedness to new experiences and changing unhealthy beliefs.

Perspective shifting to be more aware of others’ thoughts and feelings.

Emotional intelligence to manage how clients interact with their own feelings and those of others.  This reframing occurs internally and externally.

Adventure activities support these skills with a number of therapeutic roles:

Physical activity has been evaluated by the NCBI as a valid treatment for depression.  This benefit also helps other symptoms of many addictions.

Nature exposure has also been found to be useful for lowering stress levels.  By treating symptoms, clients can bypass emotional walls to self-reflection.

Therapy in a real-world context draws parallels from addiction struggles to the adventure tasks.

Collaborative social connections teach clients to embrace help in AT activities and in their recovery.  Peer support shows clients that they are not alone.

Each AT session is designed to build and reinforce these recovery skills.

Adventure Therapy Sessions Explained

AT sessions concentrate on the client’s relationship to obstacles, the therapist, and the adventure group.

The client gets guidance by facing challenges related to struggles in addictions.  The therapist observes clients and guides reflections of both the client and the group.

Sessions can range from tame to rigorous, both in activity types and environments.  Some programs are in city parks while others take place in rugged wilderness.

AT activities can be simplified to experiential therapy’s four-stage cycle:

Concrete experience involves “doing” something new.

Reflective observation “talks about” things noticed before, during, and after.

Abstract conceptualization “synthesizes” new experiences into old beliefs.

Active experimentation “applies” the reformed beliefs into the client’s life.

Activities used to put this cycle in action include:

Cooperative games support teamwork like mohawk walk and group juggle.

Problem-solving objectives like stream crossing and triangle traverse.

Trust-building tasks like “leap of faith,” trust falls, and flying squirrel.

Elevated constructions embrace physical heights like pamper pole climbs.

High adventure has more risk like rock climbing and white water rafting.

Low adventure lowers risk like hiking, kayaking, archery, and skiing.

Wilderness expeditions such as backpacking, camping, and canoeing.

Addictions are the main focus of AT for recovery.  However, the activities can apply to a diverse set of challenges that may extend beyond addictions.

Other Conditions Treated by Adventure Therapy

Adventure therapy can benefit many conditions that surround addictions.

Other conditions may have similar root issues, especially in dual diagnosis.  When clients treat the origin of their disorders, other challenges may be helped as well.

Some AT-treatable conditions are:

Anxiety

Depression

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

Eating disorders

Schizophrenia

Some clients discover hidden issues leading to dual diagnosis and further treatment.  As such, AT entry and engagement can fall all throughout the continuum of care.

How Adventure Therapy Relates to the Continuum of Addictions Care

Recovery begins at detox but maintenance will run the course of a client’s entire life.

The continuum of addictions care (CoC) equips clients with the tools of sobriety.  Its series of interwoven, gapless treatments allow clients a clear path out of addiction.

Detox onboarding begins a progressive step-down from addiction into independence.

NCBI states that the continuum of addiction care stages are:

Level 0.5: early intervention services

Level 1: outpatient services

Level 2: intensive outpatient or partial hospitalization services

Level 3: residential or inpatient treatment services

Level 4: medically managed intensive inpatient treatment services

Adventure therapy serves a role of lightweight intervention.  So, severe conditions will need to get treated before enrollment.

Detox is always advised before any therapy begins.  Once sober, IOP or other intensive treatments may be advised before attempting adventure therapy.

Consider AT if the client has already embraced the journey to sobriety and are involved in outpatient services.

What to Know Before Starting Adventure Therapy

Adventure therapy may not be for everyone, so clients should consider it carefully.

Here are some key things to think about:

Extent of current addictions should be stable within reason.  Usually, this would mean the client has detoxed and is in outpatient status.  Adventure therapy tends to be offered alongside IOP and other outpatient programs like sober living.

Physical limitations may hold some clients back from full AT participation.  Most clients should be capable of the physical demands in AT activities.  However, any points of concern should be discussed with a qualified professional before enrolling.

Existing phobias and mental traumas may make AT difficult for clients.  Some may fear heights or have abuse trauma that will be aggravated by hands-on approaches.  In these cases, it may be wise to have traditional therapy before or during AT.

In addition, some clients may have to look beyond local areas to find an AT program.

When Might I Consider an Out-of-State AT Program?

Out-of-state AT programs bring more opportunities and options to clients.

OoS adventure therapy benefits can include:

Distance from at-home triggers helps clients be free of distraction.  Remote AT clients can “detox” from overindulgence and negative influences.

Treatment commitment increases the chance that clients will finish the program.  Intentionally joining OoS treatment.

Higher quality programs can be found when searching outside of local options.  Some programs have more resources to better meet clients’ needs.

Location-specific atmosphere can help clients connect with their treatment.  Destinations like the mountains may help city residents feel closer to peace.

For clients who have commitments to family or friends, OoS may not be ideal.  Caretaking for children is offered in some programs but is not always available.

For most clients, it can be a hurdle to leave life’s obligations for a few weeks.  Any out-of-state client is always advised to weigh options carefully.

Note that clients can vet any program with the right questions during their search.

Questions to Ask Before Choosing an Adventure Therapist

Prospective AT clients should always check that their therapist will meet their needs.

To help with this process, here are a few helpful questions:

Are you professionally licensed by the state you serve in?  State licensing acts as proof of being educated and qualified.  AT does not require credentials, but it’s wise to choose a therapist trained in helping clients navigate thoughts and behaviors.

Will my insurance cover my AT sessions?  Non-traditional therapy like AT and equine therapy is less likely to be covered versus more intensive programs.  Clients should prepare for any out-of-pocket costs their treatment may cause.

How does this program handle deep trauma or fears?  Social trust and head-on fear confrontation are important in AT programs.  While clients engage in activities to face these issues, some may have more resistance to treatment.

Are you trained to endure and take precautions in this program’s activities?  Especially in wilderness therapy, adventure therapists must tend to the safety of all clients.  Therapists should know the risks and guide clients accordingly.

Takeaways on Adventure Therapy

In summary, adventure therapy can be a great rehab tool in addiction recovery.

By now, there are a few key takeaways you’ve learned:

Adventure therapy is an activity-based treatment that mirrors life’s challenges.

Adventure therapy acts as an umbrella term that includes wilderness therapy.

Individuals recovering from addictions learn healthy life skills in AT.

AT clients become more confident, self-aware, and emotionally intelligent.

Adventure therapy is usually an outpatient treatment program in the CoC.

Adventure therapists should be licensed and trained in program activities.

Ultimately, adventure therapy helps clients see their addictions more clearly as they build a skill set for sobriety.

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Kuchi

Information about Kuchi:

Effects

Fragrance

Flavors

Adverse reactions

Medical

Growing

Flowering time

Both California and the UK are famous for producing spectacular strains, among which OG Kush and Cheese are the most notable. Almost all West Coast varieties trace its origins to the former while the latter achieved worldwide fame for its interesting flavors.

In time, combining these legends became the goal of Devil’s Harvest Seeds Company. Their effort was definitely not for naught as their novel endeavors resulted in the creation of the Kuchi.

A true delight to the senses, the Indica-dominant herb deliciously blends the flavors of cheese and Kush. At up to 22% THC, it also matches the potency and psychedelic effects of its predecessors. In fact, it even won 1st place during the 2013 Mallorcannabis Cup.

But, what truly makes Kuchi shine is its versatility. Though its use is presumably recreational, many medical users turn to the strain for its pharmacological benefits.

Information about Kuchi:

ORIGIN OG Kush and Cheese EFFECTS Happy - 10 Focused - 7 Relaxed - 7 Hungry - 6 Sleepy - 3 ADVERSE REACTIONS (NEGATIVE) Paranoid - 10 Dry mouth - 1 Anxious - 1 FRAGRANCE Fruity, cheese, tropical, milky, earthy FLAVORS Tangy, lemon, citrus, sweet, cheese, pine MEDICAL Depression - 10 Headaches - 10 Pain - 10 Stress - 10 Fatigue - 5 FLOWERING TIME INDOORS 9 to 10 weeks FLOWERING TIME OUTDOORS Early to mid-October THC CONTENT % 20% to 22% INDICA / SATIVA % 60%/40% INDOOR YIELD 12 to 14 ounces per square meter OUTDOOR YIELD 14 ounces or more per plant CLIMATE Warm climate GROWTH LEVEL Some experience needed

* 10 is the highest * 1 is the lowest

Effects

In a minute or two following the first puff, Kuchi delivers a clearheaded high that eradicates all negatives thoughts. The unclouded mind not only brightens the mood, it brings out one’s innate sense of happiness and contentment.

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For the everyday user, the upbeat disposition is a huge advantage - especially at work, where much-needed creative juices can easily dry out. A clearer head helps profound thoughts and innovative solutions flow better from the mind to the drawing board.

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With a renewed perspective, locking on tasks for long periods of time is easier. Food will have to be prepared ahead of time, though. Doing so will keep one from getting distracted as well as replenish all the spent energy during brainstorming sessions.

Intensifying in the background is a creeping Indica high. From the temples, it sends a barely noticeable buzz that continuously builds up after each wave. By the time users notice the soothing sensation, the heaviness will have spread throughout the limbs and the muscles, catching them off-guard.

Once the sedative effects kick in, the likelihood of falling into a deep unencumbered slumber is higher. For this reason, it is best to toke Kuchi in the late afternoon or at least three hours before bedtime.

Fragrance

Kuchi’s fragrance definitely grabs attention. For one, it has the enticing fruity profile of OG Kush albeit a little more exotic due to the addition of Cheese. Combusting the bud brings out its tropical vibe with rich milky and earthy undertones.

Flavors

An acquired taste, Kuchi perfectly blends together the tangy flavors of lemon and citrus with hints of sweet, delectable cheese. On the exhale, it leaves a surprising but refreshing aftertaste of pine.

Adverse Reaction

Marijuana’s chemical compounds usually interfere with the production of moisture in the tear ducts and salivary glands. As such, it is not surprising for users to feel their eyes redden and their mouths constrict with dryness. A glass of water before and after the session should do the trick though.

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A rare but possible reaction to smoking Kuchi is anxiousness. It can also cause some to feel a little paranoid. The former is often the result of being uneasy even before the first hit. Meanwhile, the latter is caused by toking too much in a short amount of time. What truly helps with such symptoms is pacing and moderation.

Medical

Because of its happily relaxing buzz, Kuchi is great at mitigating problems that center on the mind and body. For example, the strain is widely used as a mood-enhancer to keep depression at bay. In a similar manner, it can also provide comfort to patients with PTSD such as veterans and victims of abuse.

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Kuch is also used as a stress reliever. And, with its analgesic properties, the hybrid induces a soothing body buzz that pairs well with the initial mental onset. Together, they relax the user by removing any unwanted tension. More importantly, the reinvigorating effects get rid of chronic pain, headaches, and fatigue.

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Growing

Not only has Devil’s Harvest Seeds Company made Kuchi publicly available, it has also released its seeds in its feminized form. By and large, female seeds are easier to grow than regular ones. Besides not having to throw away 50% of the batch, it assures users of resin-filled calyxes so one will only have to focus on caring for their plant.

A short and sturdy plant, Kuchi performs well regardless of its growing area. In fact, although the plant prefers warm environments, it has no problem being exposed to dipping temperatures. However, this does not guarantee an easy grow. Commercial in nature, the herb requires the expertise of a seasoned grower. For those that are looking to get the most out of the strain, using the SOG (Sea of Green) method the way to go. This method saves time and maximizes yields.

For fuller flavors, breeders may choose to harvest their buds earlier. But prolonging the flowering period is just as fine since it raises THC levels.

Flowering Time

Indoors In well-maintained indoor environments, each square meter yields up to 12 ounces of buds once the flowering period of 9 to 10 weeks has passed.

Outdoors In the northern hemisphere, Kuchi flowers by the second or third week of October. Countries with ample sunlight, one that mimics the 12/12 light cycle of a greenhouse, can expect buds the first week of the same month. Regardless, each healthy plant produces more than 10 ounces of trichome frosted goodness.

Have you ever smoked or grown your own Kuchi? Please let me know what you think about this marijuana strain in the comments below.

Robert

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Paper代写：Artistic emotion and creativity

本篇paper代写- Artistic emotion and creativity讨论了艺术情感与创造力。任何一种艺术形式都是艺术家艺术情感的表达，艺术情感的培养则是培养设计师综合素质的核心内容。通过不同的艺术形式的探索和学习，全方位的提高各种感官的认知能力。并将艺术情感结合所学专业技能，表现为丰富创造力。本篇paper代写由51due代写平台整理，供大家参考阅读。

​Any art form is the expression of the artist's artistic emotion, and the cultivation of artistic emotion is the core content of cultivating the designer's comprehensive quality. Through the exploration and learning of different art forms, we can improve the cognitive ability of all kinds of senses. In addition, the artistic emotion is combined with the professional skills learned, which shows rich creativity.

Interior design, it is to create the artificial environment that has visual limitation, safeguard life, production activity, in order to satisfy the requirement of physiology and spirit. It is a comprehensive art subject combining function, space form, engineering technology and art.

The concept of art, no matter how defined by scholars, is, in essence, the material reproduction of the artist's emotion, which is to convey the inner voice of the soul in their specific language ways. Artists show their emotions to the world with the canvas as the carrier, musicians express their emotions as beautiful musical phrases, poets integrate their feelings into beautiful lines. And interior design is bound to carry the designer's emotion in his works. A design without artistic emotion is like a poem without complaint. No matter how gorgeous the words are and how perfect the form is, it will not be touching and inspiring.

In my several years of learning and teaching practice, I deeply feel that strengthening the cultivation of designers' artistic emotion is the central problem of cultivating designers and improving their creative ability.

As for how to cultivate artistic emotion, and how to combine artistic emotion with the professional skills I have learned, and express it as a question of rich creativity, I would like to talk about the black-box thinking mode of feeling artistic emotion from different art forms.

The thinking of interior design can be understood as a kind of thinking mode of black box type, same design assignment book, the plan that different stylist makes is by no means the same, and stylist also cannot make clear oneself thinking process, the reader is more difficult to consider the train of thought of stylist. The works of the master are beautiful and beautiful, giving people a high level of artistic enjoyment, and can stand scrutiny from many aspects such as function, color and form. And make indoor space environment, light environment, hearing environment, air environment, visual environment, sound environment, hot wind environment, psychological environment achieve harmony and unity, almost perfect. And the plan that general stylist makes, in all respects very difficult compare with master. The reason is that the contents in the master's black box are rich and colorful, which can process and handle the assignment book from various angles and in all directions, and enable many design elements to fully serve the design theme. And the general designer, the content in black box is relatively deficient, accordingly, can undertake processing only from the surface element such as form, the work lacks the deepening theme, cannot make exciting people.

How to enrich the contents of the black box? First of all, the origin of artists' creation is artistic emotion, which can be obtained from various art categories. Speaking from a large scope, interior design and architectural design belong to the category of visual art, so it is far from enough for us to train our thinking only from the perspective of vision. But should take the visual training as the center, other kinds of art comprehensive union method, will enrich our black box, raises our artistic emotion.

Abstract painting kandinsky in "the spirit of art" said: "music in centuries, is an artist in the form of sound mind, rather than copy the art of natural phenomenon, a painter if not satisfied with representation, and eager to express the inner life, also won't don't envy the least material in today's art music, he naturally will music method used in his art. The result is a modern wish for the melody of painting, the abstract structure of mathematics, the polyphonic tone of color. Music became the pinnacle of the triangle pyramid, a synonym for the spiritual world, and art returned to Schopenhauer's proposition that music was the jewel in the art crown. Thus it can be seen that music influences other art categories. Music's influence on art is not only reflected in abstract painting, abstract sculpture, but even the tone mentioned in the sketch comes from music. The influence of music on literature not only produces the rhythm of poetry, but also combines with poetry to produce songs. "Buildings are frozen music, and music is mobile." It can be seen that music is closely related to the mixing of architectural water and milk.

In the teaching process, the important influence of music on artistic creation was repeatedly emphasized, and the students were gradually guided to accept the elegant music. Some famous works were selectively played during the break and during the discussion of the scheme. Not only make the atmosphere of the classroom active, but also make students unknowingly get edification. And for students to open music appreciation menu, instructing students to enjoy music in their spare time. In the process of analyzing famous designers' design works and modifying schemes, students are guided to discover and experience the reflection of music elements such as rhythm and rhythm in design works.

Wright, the architect, once said, "every great architect is, and must be, a great poet, and he must be the greatest, creative interpreter of his time." Literature can be said to be the most direct expression of artistic emotion, which is the expression form of artistic emotion grafted on the language we are most familiar with. From the Chinese painting can best reflect the beautiful artistic conception of poetry. In the song dynasty, zhao mengjian said, "painting is called silent poetry." su dongpo praised wang wei's poems and paintings. To see a painting by questioning, there is poetry in it." As a visual art, the painting takes the shape as the main feature, and as a language art, the poetry takes the lyric as the main feature, the two are different and the same, mainly because the poetry and painting have to create the artistic conception of blending scenes. In addition, the literary plot can make the painting more narrative and rich in content. The images of literary works are full of modeling, which can be more specific, clearer and more appealing. Literature has the most extensive connection with various other arts, all of which contain literary elements, and literary works are the basis of various arts, such as dance dramas, plays, movies and so on. Meanwhile, literary works also provide creative themes for opera, dance and art.

In the teaching process, on the one hand, students are encouraged to read more literary classics, especially poems and poems, and students are required to give a comprehensive description of their design plans and learn to explain their works in professional terms. For students to understand, good design works need not only good performance drawings, but also good language interpretation. In the book art communication -- the riddle of the soul, Chen Ming said, "art critics arrange and express the results of individual artistic creation and art appreciation in a logical way, guide the creation of artists and the interpretation of works of art appreciators, and bring art creation and art appreciation activities into an orderly track. Meanwhile, by providing a series of principles and standards for artistic criticism, art critics have issued some authoritative discourse for artistic communication. Therefore, it is very important for students to read some architectural and artistic comments. In the process of revising the program, students can communicate with the students in the form of a round-table meeting, using the 4W2H method and Osborn questioning method mentioned below, so that students can not only hear the teachers' opinions on their own program, but also hear the modification Suggestions proposed to other students. In the process of persuading students, teachers will use a large number of terms, which will enable students to constantly revise their design plans and correct their own expression language.

In an introduction to art published by culture and art publishing house, art is divided into painting, sculpture, arts and crafts and architecture. Art in this article refers to three other aspects besides architecture. Since architecture is included in the category of art, we can see the close relationship between architecture and painting, sculpture and arts and crafts. Da Vinci once said: "sketch is the basis of plastic arts, is also the highest realm of plastic arts." Therefore, art is the most direct basis for interior design and architectural design. In addition to making students do a lot of art appreciation, students pay attention to advertising, sculpture, garden sketch, product packaging, fashion and other art forms. Students are also required to draw two architectural sketches each week throughout the teaching process. At the same time, students are required to draw hand-drawn perspective draft during the completion of the program, so as to complete hand-drawn training.

"Science, by contrast, is the objective, measurable knowledge of our world, while art is the knowledge of human nature and the realm of life," wrote menuhin, a musician and violinist, in his book music. Compared with urban planning and architectural design, interior design is more closely related to people's life. "To truly understand architecture, we must first understand life," said architect Louis kahn. "architecture should be a place where life exists, and it should never be just an abstract and beautiful thing." Therefore, the cultivation of life interest is the key factor of interior design.

In the process of teaching, the indoor environment should be emphasized as the carrier of life and the space of life. Read life first, then design the environment. For example, in the course design of home decoration, students are free to set family members, and the occupation, age and hobbies of each family member, so as to determine the design theme, and the design elements of the space, such as six-wall modeling and color, should serve to achieve the theme goal. In the course design of fashion stores, students should first understand the classification of fashion, and then determine fashion types according to their own preferences. And the fashion type that sells, can decide the theme style of the shop, and the design of all circles of the space, all should strengthen and perfect the theme style. At the same time, students are required to observe the surrounding environment, pay attention to the environmental design and lifestyle in movies and TV dramas. Understand the tea ceremony, wine culture, food culture and other things related to life.

"Because of dreams, we can continue to create," jiang said in his book dreams and creation. "Picasso and Dali in the 20th century were dreamers who, in the trend of more and more precise division of disciplines, tried hard to bring art back to its original dream. Dream can produce strong creative motivation, and strong creative motivation is an important sign of creative talents. Motivation is a force that motivates and drives people to act, and it is the internal motivation of innovation.

Only when you have a dream can you have a creative passion, which is hard for beginners to have. The reason is that beginners are still at an early stage in terms of knowledge and experience, intelligence and non-intelligence, which requires constant encouragement and praise, encouraging innovation, seeking for differences and encouraging alternatives. Even if some ideas are not practical, don't follow the rules and regulations. Even if the student has a little breakthrough, don't let go of the opportunity to praise. "Motivation has a soft brain, it stimulates passion, it brings people into a creative state, it triggers empathy and inspiration." Therefore, praise and motivation are the best teaching methods.

Emotional communication with students is the key to inspiring dreams. Without a good emotional foundation, the sincere content of praise will be greatly reduced. And sincerity is the soul that praises so produces good results, "sincere praise, can pull an elephant with a hair."

Technology is the thing that school education gives the student most, design principle, graph, material, equipment and so on, it is the key that establishes professional thought, it is the effective carrier of artistic emotion. The larger and more solid the carrier, the more conducive to the development and sublimation of artistic emotion. However, only relying on technology can cultivate advanced craftsman, not be a designer with innovative consciousness, not be a design master, because technology is only a tool of artistic emotion.

In the course of teaching, it advocates the process of sublimation from mastering principle to forgetting principle. Lao zi said, "the elephant looks beautiful, and the voice is loud." Only by unconsciously integrating the technology learned into the habit of creation can we make full use of it and create design works with high artistic content.

The above is a brief overview of the six contents of black-box thinking and a brief description of their relationship. In teaching practice, due to the limitation of learning time and other factors, it is impossible to popularize some contents vigorously, and it is impossible to see the effect immediately. However, this kind of teaching guidance, which goes beyond the surface and goes deeper than the surface, can give students a broader vision and clearer learning goals. What is more important is to let students know that excellent design works are the reproduction of designers' artistic feelings. How to improve their artistic accomplishment and cultivate elegant and rich artistic emotions is the artistic motive force of future creative career.

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More about me

Please read this whole post and look over the links as I have lots to say in order to get a much better idea of who I am, as I am a very deep/soulful person who has been through a lot (Both bad and good) and I have so much to say/express that it is difficult to even know where to begin, so I have links towards the end of everything I am about to say here.

At the end of this message, I have links that lead to videos 1-15 (Life, hopes, nightmares, dreams/etc), I have been misunderstood before when trying to express myself to others (Maybe it’s ‘cause I’m a man, who knows), so please, whenever watching a video if you could watch it from start to finish that would be great, and please don’t be afraid of me, I really am a great person, and if you have any questions please feel free to ask, thanks so much.

Please check all the vids for descriptions, especially for vids 3 & 5 either before or after watching them. They are quite powerful and deep, and I’ve also got other links that can all be found towards the end of this post/message. Together, they will give you a much better idea of what I have been through, my likes/etc and show that even though I am quiet, often have a rather blank look/expression/etc that I really/truly am a deep/passionate/connected/soulful individual who strives to avoid conflict even with anyone who may be putting me through an awful lot of grief, and would have to exhaust all other peaceful options that are known to me before I would even consider something like shouting as I wouldn’t hurt a fly.

Vices, likes/etc: -I never smoke/hate cigarettes (Can’t stand em). -Emotions, understandings and connections that we share are also very important to me. -Been through a lot in my life and I am an excellent listener. -Want to hear both sides of a story to get both perspectives and if any conflict should arise to talk and come to resolutions. -I am a very deep person “I don’t do drugs. I am drugs.” - Salvador Dali. -I do occasionally drink alcoholic beverages (Mainly Palm bays - My favs for both alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages are ones with super rich creamy flavours of pineapple, orange creamsicle, strawberry & cherry - My fav non alcoholic ones are Stewart’s (Orange ‘n Cream, Black Cherry, Strawberries 'n Cream), Tahiti/Tahitian treat, Crush pineapple & other sweat & creamy drinks. -Since we’re on the topic of consumables, I also love Chapman's orange pineapple, Bryers Vanilla/Orange sorbet Creamsicle ice cream and Chapman's orange sorbet tigerpaw ice cream bars, many types of candies, meats and dairy products and shakes/smoothies. My fav fruits are Pineapples, Peaches, Strawberries, Cherries, Clementines/Tangerines & Bananas. Trust me I could go on and on and on about the healthy and not to healthy foods and drinks that I looooooove, lolz :) -Emotions are wonderful and I have plenty to share, with healthy levels of common sense/level headedness/etc. -A reasonable balance of head in the clouds and feet on the ground. -I am willing to make a fair number of compromises. -Equally split work loads/responsibilities, being fair, being reasonable, talking with/listening to each other. -Not keeping secrets (Do I have secrets, yes - who doesn’t, but the ones I’ve got are nothing worth telling anyways). -I understand, feel and experience a lot more then many people may think I do, a diamond in the rough. -As far as I am concerned, honesty, sincerity and loyalty are very important to me and when two people really get to know each other, are at that point in their lives, the physical is just as important as the emotional and I feel that both should be given regularly. -I am a mature individual with a rich mind, a heart of gold/the heart of a child, the best of both worlds.

As for me, I am doing well here in Grimsby/Ontario and am so glad that I made the move. The rent is pretty reasonable for an old building/studio apartment (As far as reasonable goes for a fair number of us Canadians, lolz), and there’s plenty of trees/trails/nature here with more then enough modern conveniences/everything I need within walking distance.

Being a redhead I am sensitive to the sun, and I also have a condition known as "Polymorphic Light Eruption", so, in other words, not only am I a redhead, but I am also mildly allergic to the sun, but thankfully I have to be out in it for around an hour or more before it takes effect. I am just glad that I don't have one of the sun allergies that are worse then this, cause some of them can actually leave permanent marks and be fatal.

I love the darkness of night as it does not leave me feeling drained like the sunlight (Even through the window) does, so and do what I can to keep the sun out of my place as I am fairly sensitive to it but am okay to spend the day outdoors with some really good sunscreen so long as I can have access to shade and ot stay still in the sun as that is really bad for the redhead in me and quickens the PLE.

Overall I feel a great eerie peace come over me when I am away from the sun, and even though I am an overall laid back person, if I am with someone, I do enjoy travel as well and love to explore new places/areas as well. Things like hiking, stargazing, exploring caves/nature, some swimming, hot air balloons and a fair number of other activities (Many I haven’t tried, but I know that I would like them), and even though with sunscreen I am fine outdoors, I do still prefer indoor lighting.

I have had my fair share of abuse, mostly back in elementary school and in the workplace (Most from by second last job/boss & some from my last job/manager) and even though for the most part I really have to watch my money now so that I can remain free from the shackles of society by leaving the working world for good, I am much better off for it.

I am very grateful/thankful to have a few people as well as 3 younger brothers and a younger sister, along with my parents/etc who are very supportive overall. At some point I intend to continue what I started a while back, to type my life/experiences into a book to really help to draw people into my world through the senses/mind and the works, and should fate allow, perhaps someday, even a movie.

Even in my earlier years, I have alway had stuff like second hand smoke or other factors that have stopped me from writing at my very best, but I am hoping that someday, everything in the environment will be just right and stay that way so that hopefully at lease enough of the damage that has already been done can heal itself and I can write/express better then I ever have before. Otherwise, I don’t know if I will ever be able to get to it.

I have all the time in the world now to regain the true holy darkness/purity that I have lost over the years do to having more then my fair share of emotionally abusive events in my life before I was able to break free from what was holding me back, and I need to figure a way to get the second hand smoke from other units to stop entering mine, for good cause me cigarette allergies really put me back.

I do prefer to stay at home but even so I do have an adventurous side which I would not mind exploring more either. I do love other things too, and wouldn’t mind going camping again from time to time, haven’t done that in years (Although this time around, I would probably prefer a cabin to a tent, unless the bottom of the tent can be made really comfy) :)

But, for that stuff, I would probably have to spend a few months or so getting into the proper shape, and maybe I could even learn how to scuba diving/dive or even go on a hot air balloon someday, but as for learning something more extreme like bungee cord jumping and skydiving (Well…maybe), and I would be willing to experience many other things too. Overall, I do like being indoors, surfing the internet, playing video games, creating my own videos and typing as well :)

Even though I have not cooked any fancy meals/etc I do enjoy cooking. My dad plays for an old timers hockey game/team and baseball team, so I go out to see some of his games and enjoy watching him and his team :)

I do like going out too see movies and have not really been to any dances and only saw one live play which was interesting, and I think I would enjoy learning how to dance, nothing fancy per say though. I enjoy walks in the park, and I also love strawberry picking which I haven’t done in years, maybe I can get myself a sombrero or something to further help with the sun :)

I live within walking distance of grocery stores and everything else I need as well, but wouldn’t mind from time to time visit some resorts, cottages, getaways as well and I have often wanted to also try out a spa, and see places like Thailand, The Amazon Rain forest, Ireland, The Congo Basin, Tahiti, Papua New Guinea, Jamaica, Tibet, Transylvania and other places along those lines also :)

I am on ODSP (The amount I get increases a bit each year to keep up with the costs of living) now and so long as I keep living in Ontario I will keep receiving it for life regardless as to not or whether I end up being with someone at some point (I do have high functioning Autism and sound/speak well, but even though understandings are improving, there’s still unfair/negative stigma behind the word.

It can also make it a lot more difficult for people to take my word over others without proof of something, and mistakes in life sure do seem to be noticed more by others and manipulators can get away with so much and I am trying to help in changing all that, trust me, I know from experience.

Anyways, please, don’t let the A word scare you away or anything. Even though I often have a blank expression & distant look, again, I really am a very deep individual and have more then enough knowledge & wisdom for what I need to know, and for plenty of other stuff as well.

Even though I am not normally one for social gatherings, I can engage in conversations well enough, and as for talking, I can talk up a storm, most especially about things I find interesting, so no worries about that being an issue (People do notice differences about me, I guess it can just be sensed, but I am a great person to know once people get to know me as first introductions are usually not the easy for me).

I consider myself as one of the lucky/fortunate ones, and even though (Please look at the 1-14 vimeo vids to see why) I have debt (About 10K) that I racked up as a way of coping with all the abuse and for a short time after I left till I was healed enough, I am able to manage my money well and am back on track with everything.

I am away from all the abuse and am very good with my money now, and am able to take a bit off my debt each month with still being able to eat/etc well and take care of all my other bills and especially once I am out of debt (I’m guessing around the early 2020s) tings will really be freed up, so its all good now as I have been able to leave the abuse, so no worries there, I am really good with my money.

As for the possibility of being with someone, I wish to be with someone of whom I can share my soul/being with, the melding of mind/body and soul, someone who can really connect with me, someone who can support me, love me and cherish me and naturally I would do the same in return.

Don’t worry if you are making and/or have little to no money. If you have none and are making none, in at least 3-4 years time I will be able to have enough for the both of us to still eat/live well enough in a studio apartment, so long as you don’t mind things being tight financially.

If together we both have enough money coming in, I wouldn’t mind trying to have one or more kids, if not, I can always have a vasectomy. I want us to truly connect, eventually, body, mind and soul, it just being the two of us to start, giving us more then enough time to truly connect/etc.

Again, I want for us to truly connect, and also, I have never been intimate with anyone before, so this will be new to me. If we decide not to have any kids, then as for the physical end of things, again, I can just get a Vasectomy (All of the pleasures/etc would still be there, the only difference being that kids will not be possible).

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May your souls of ghostly liquid light spread their cleansing chills 2 hauntingly beautiful tones in the never ending melodies of mysterious holy darkness in life’s eerily eternal song of infinitely awe inspiring complexities, turning fear into enhanced awareness & illuminate the way for others… I am hyper aware, each sense acting as if the others died... Experiences of D Angels through us T_T

More and more, fear becomes realized as what it is, enhanced awareness, and the "fears" (Along with the other emotions bought on) from/of darkness meld together with the light in healing which is a truly hauntingly beautiful thing. It allows for more growth in understandings, sympathies and empathy. It helps to further raise the vibration to not necessarily get rid of the darkness but to make it a part of who you are, but for the better/with it being healed more and more, becoming greater awareness/wisdom & knowledge :)

I find that Transcendental meditation is fantastic, but I can see how it can easily seem too powerful for many as they have either not been through enough in life or have not been through enough training. Transcendental meditation can seem like evil/darkness when in actual fact it is a further transformation into the light :)

Over time it feels as if you are becoming like that of a ghost made of liquid light (Light, that is warm, hot and cool all at the same time), vibrations and tones (An angel), like you are no longer physically aware of weight, substance or material happenings. You/the light has cleansing chills throughout your entire being and feel many ripples and vibrations (Like that from water and really good quality sound systems from all around and within yourself). You become aware that the night and the understandings that come with it are a holy treasure trove when combined with the light/existence :)

My interests: https://worldwarlove1.tumblr.com/post/166593292324/my-interests/embed

My vegan list: https://worldwarlove1.tumblr.com/post/166599411149/my-vegan-list/embed

How cigarettes effect me: https://worldwarlove1.tumblr.com/post/170183135424/smoking-tenants/embed

Questions, just for fun: https://worldwarlove1.tumblr.com/post/171217915114/just-for-fun/embed

My email: jpperris@mail.com

[connorrenwick]

Where I Work: Catherine Bailey of Heath Ceramics

A lot has changed since Heath Ceramics co-founder Catherine Bailey appeared on the Clever podcast earlier this year. A complete shift in how and where she works was necessary, as it has been for many people around the world. Instead of staying put at home, she moved to her property in West Marin, California in March to set up a simpler life and work existence in two vintage trailers. Despite its picturesque waterside location, Bailey finds herself more productive than ever having less distractions popping up throughout the day. For this month’s Where I Work, Heath creative director Catherine Bailey fills us all in on the business in the time of a pandemic, where she’s working, and how she’s getting it all done.

What’s your studio/work environment like?

So much is shifting, and just like everything else changing, and so has my work environment. My work requires me to meet with many different people at Heath. I look at physical objects, glazes, and products that must be seen and held to understand. A small but favorite part of my work is exploring my own ideas through painting and drawing, but most of my work is communicating with co-workers, through physical and digital conversations. Before Covid-19, I spent much of my work day in different meeting rooms and offices. My office, complete with our dog Ponch, was where I started and ended the day, and sometimes got some emails done. All creative work happened at home, in my office, or at the dining table, depending on the light and my mood.

Since March, when any of us who could work at home did so, I changed homes. I have been spending most of my time working out of a trailer in West Marin. I find this environment gives me perspective, helps me focus, and I can free my head to be creative here. It’s a simpler place, on the water, and in-between doing my work, I’m able to be outside. In this surrounding, we have several different spaces that work for us. We’ve got two trailers, a 1948 and a 1951 Spartanette, and we built a large deck to connect them. I work in one and sleep in the other. There’s also a cottage that’s in need of renovation (not just to make it prettier, but most would consider it a tear down shack) and can function as another space that I can work in. There’s also a picnic table where I can work outside. I’m happiest outside, and in this set up, I’m constantly outdoors, going between one space and the other. My family is often here as well, and the trailers allow us to be in separate contained spaces when we need to focus on our work independently.

How is your space organized/arranged?

I have my digital workspace set up in our 1948 Spartanette trailer. As makeshift as it is, it’s one of the most successful spaces I’ve worked in. The trailer has a built-in table, and I work on an old Aalto stool. I never work straight for more than 45 minutes. I need to get up, stretch, leave the trailer, and step outside. Getting outside so often gives me perspective, the small windows in the trailer create the perfect light for screen work, and since the space is independent, no one is passing through or distracting me. I’m so efficient in getting things done! I’ll also move locations a lot. I take video calls in the work trailer or sometimes in the cottage. Work in the evening can extend into the sleeping trailer. The trailers don’t have lots of storage space built in, so I don’t have years of accumulated stuff in this current work space, which feels freeing.

How long have you been in this space? Where did you work before that?

I’ve been working this way as much as I can since late March. I go into our Sausalito Factory to see and discuss samples, but other than that, I am doing all my work at the trailers.

If you could change something about your workspace, what would it be?

I really miss large work tables that foster collaboration and discussion!

Is there an office pet?

Ponch – as is Jon and Ponch… think 1980’s TV, Eric Estrada… he’s the best trailer office dog. In the regular office, he has a “jumping on people” problem.

Do you require music in the background? If so, who are some favorites?

I listen to a lot of audio books if I’m doing work that doesn’t require writing, most recently Utopia for Realists and The Nordic Theory of Everything. For music Rosanne Cash and Wilson Pickett have been on my playlist this month.

How do you record ideas?

Notebook with specific organization. A 6×6 notebook with heavy paper and a .005 felt tip.

Do you have an inspiration board? What’s on it right now?

I do inspiration documents in Google slides, that are specific to projects.

What is your typical work style?

It’s more haphazard than I’d like it to be. So much of my job is to support others and help them move forward. I’m constantly getting distracted by new fires to help put out, and it doesn’t allow me to often get into the flow of work that I find satisfying. Working out of the trailer is helping me be more focused when I dig into a project. Every day is different. Especially working an hour away from Heath, I have to plan trips into Sausalito or San Francisco in advance. What I love about working here is the weight and rhythm of nature – it is hitting me in the face all day and giving me a sense of rhythm that I never have had in my work life before. Two tides go out every day. Certain birds seem to have rhythm’s that I’m beginning to notice. I have a greater awareness of the connection of where the sun and shadows are to the time of day. It sounds strange, but it helps me organize my day and have more perspective as I wade through some of the most difficult conversations and decisions that are coming up at this time when so much certainty has disappeared.

What is your creative process and/or creative workflow like? Does it change every project or do you keep it the same?

There is consistency in my approach. I always try to look outside for what I know well for inspiration.

What kind of art/design/objects might you have scattered about the space?

The trailers themself are wonderful self-contained design objects, so being able to live in and around them is thought provoking and fulfilling. The exteriors are sheet aluminum and the interiors are made of wood. Walls, floors, ceilings. Lots of ⅛” ply. It’s a lightweight object for what it is, with materials that feel solid on the outside and warm on the inside. The lighting in the 1951 trailer is original and perfect, better than in my house. It’s sort of nice to be in this little bubble of nice design without having to add much, there’s not much space for art or additional objects, other than a few vintage paint-by-numbers paintings that I found at a garage sale years ago, and some ceramics from our studio.

What tool(s) do you most enjoy using in the design process?

Watercolors, they force you to be loose and I find that helpful at the beginning part of the process.

Let’s talk about how you’re wired. Tell us about your tech arsenal/devices.

Nothing terribly unique, I have a MacBook Pro, but working on presentations and photo editing on my huge iMac monitor is a dream.

What design software do you use, if any, and for what?

Not much! I do a lot of photo editing in Lightroom, and some drawing in Illustrator, but other than that, it’s all in Google – lots of Google slides to share inspiration, ideas, plans, and schedules. Especially now when we’re not meeting in person, finding ways of sharing and organizing is important. By taking photos of sketches, or mocking up super rough photos or ideas and collecting them in these documents, the work can be shared and others can contribute.

Personally, I love working on ideas for environments using Sketch Up, I build sloppy models, but they can serve as immersive napkin sketches.

What’s on your desk right now?

Some color explorations for the winter seasonal collection and my little notebook.

Is there a favorite project/piece you’ve worked on?

The Chez Panisse dinnerware we did with Alice Waters is one of my favorite projects. We recently re-released it with new glazes, and I am really happy with the end result and the collaboration. The dinnerware shapes pull from tradition, but are modern, relevant, and functional and the glazes are uniquely Heath. With this project, we are able to support the Edible School Yard. This organization was started by Alice Waters to create and sustain organic gardens in public school’s curriculum, culture, and food programs. The project felt successful on many levels.

Tell us about a current project you’re working on. What was the inspiration behind it?

This is a tough question to answer honestly at this moment. This year has been so hard, so many of the projects we’ve worked on and dreamed about have been delayed or cancelled. We were doing some beautiful work with Alabama Chain, which was going to come out this summer. That was postponed, our team and our factory is smaller due to Covid-19, and this all has an impact on the creative work that is the heart of Heath, and everyone at Heath. Our lead designer, and most of our product development team, was on temporary leave when it was time to decide if we would be able to do a new collection for Winter. Our studio director, Tung Chang, and I decided we would tackle it. We were also in the unfortunate position to have to lay off part of our team, so there were mountains of unknowns. We plowed forward, and are excited about the collection’s inspiration: Hope and Love. The feelings that those words evoke are the season, and override the normal inspirations and filters of winter. We just photographed it, so I cannot show the final result, but these are some of our tests and samples – look for it in October.

Do you have anything in your home that you’ve designed/created?

I designed the interior of my home, as well as this whole trailer indoor-outdoor work life situation that I’m now living in. The space has a bigger vision than these two trailers and the platform connecting them, but being forced to live in an uncompleted vision has made me ask questions about what is necessary and what is enough. There is a certain amount of perfection and detail in design that can sometimes make things better, but not always, and it should be questioned.

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