Calligramme

 GIVE YOURSELF TIME

    Calligramme is something really captivating. But it got really interesting when we were asked to write a letter to ourselves 20 years from now, and then represent it as a picture using calligramme. Making of it started from a sketch and later got transformed into a calligramme. My ideas ran from clouds-stars to a butterfly going through metamorphosis. I sketched clouds-star but went further with the butterfly.

Initial sketch

Tried recreating this picture

Butterfly representing it's life cycle can truly relate me or any other person going through different stages of life. I believe that everything takes time. We need to go through the pain and sorrow to bloom completely. Also no matter what we will get a positive outcome at the end.

  

First outcome

I used various types of tools to give an appealing effect to my butterfly. Tools like Paintbrush and Pen tool were used to make the outline of the butterfly so that later Type on path tool can be used to add the letter(20 years from now) to the outlines. Shapes and Polygons were used to fit and inscribe text in different shapes and curves. The distortion tool was really helpful in merging the shapes and the texts, to fit them in wings of the butterfly. Each played a unique role in crafting the image and giving a compelling visual outcome.

      My calligramme designs also went through different stages of shades and presentation, but finally I got what I wanted.

Final outcome

Letter to myself 20 years from now-

Hello Dhwani, Are you happy these days? Did you see the northern lights yet? Did you start going on dates? Are you still shy when you talk to boys? Did you find someone with whom you can share your deepest secrets? You always wanted to meet the love of your life; did you meet him? Did you get married to him? Does he look like one your Korean guys? Are you independent and successful just the way you wanted? What job are you doing? Are they paying you a lot? Do you still have beautiful handwriting or you are always on your computer? Your younger self was introvert and shy, but I hope that you are courageous and can speak for yourself now. You always wanted to do Animation but couldn’t speak to parents as they were excited about you being a programmer. I hope that you still have hands on animation and art. Are you still worst at taking decisions and later regret that. I hope not because it’s important to make right choices, but I hope that the choices you make is making you happy. You hated alcohol, do you like it now? Do you put on Make-up now or still go out without it? Do you still have short hair? Are you still interested in watching dramas/series/movies in eight languages. Did you get lots of tattoos all over your body just the way you wanted? Are you travelling whenever you have time? Did you visit all the states? Did you explore all the adventure sports? How’s your travel diary going? Does your Instagram look like an influencer? I hope that now you don’t get anxiety attacks and you are always confident on what you do. I hope that you and your family are doing good. Did your brother grow taller than you?  Did you start going to gym and get in shape or you’re still lazy? Did you buy your own house and the jeep that you wanted?

Let others think whatever they want to think because in this world some people are music and some are just noise, I hope you find happiness in whatever you are doing and I am extremely proud of you. I hope finally you would have stopped thinking about other’s happiness and focused on yourself. Keep going until you feel satisfied, later retire yourself and stay at a beach house.

 

 

 

 

Illustrator tools

I never expected Adobe Illustrator to be amazingly this creative. The versatility of all types of tools is brilliant. The text tools can be the easiest to use whereas, Perspective grid tool can be a little difficult. Navigating through the tools , Flare tool seemed to be the most mysterious tool. I just worry about memorizing all the tool names, their properties and the shortcuts. But, rightly said practice makes a man perfect. This can be a maestro behind creating smooth paths and shapes, whether you're sketching lines or a curvy masterpiece. 

The pen tool, looks easy to use but is complex when studied deeply. It's ability to draw both straight line and curves makes it indispensable for crafting designs. Alongside the Pen tool, it's companions- the Anchor Point Tool, Convert Anchor Point Tool, and Delete Anchor Point Tool- add depth to the creative toolkit. The interesting thing is together if all these tools are used effectively, they can sculpt detailed and seamless illustrations with precision. It's versatility can be seen when you can create smooth and organic shapes, but can also create sharp corners.

 

This tutorial shows multiple methods to draw a line in the illustrator. A line can be created using rectangle tool, the pen tool, or the line segment tool. You have to put special points(anchor points) in the right places and make the lines bend just how you want them. It's easy to define anchor points in this and control the direction of lines. Pen tool is like mastering a cool trick - challenging but totally worth once you get the hang of it!

IWWB

         Internet/World Wide Web/Bluetooth/Wi-Fi

     What is Internet? Who founded/created it, when and why? How was it originally used and how it is used today? 

            The internet is a global network of interconnected computer networks that use standardized communication protocols to link devices worldwide. It is a vast and decentralized system that enables the exchange of information, data and communication.

Sir Tim Berners-Lee

            The development of the internet was a gradual process, and it doesn't have a single inventor or a specific invention date. It developed through contributions of numerous individuals and advancements in technology. However, it all began in 1960s. J.C. Licklider proposed the idea of a universal network while working at Bolt Beranek & Newman and, later, leading the Information processing Techniques Office(IPTO) at the Advanced Research Projects Agency(ARPA) of the United States Department of Defense(DoD). He's also recognized as the 'father of the internet'. 

        ARPANET was the first network to use packet-switching technique and laid the groundwork for the modern internet. Initially in late 1960s the ARPANET was interconnected between only two network nodes i.e. the University of California, Los Angeles(UCLA) and SRI International(SRI).Today, the internet has continued to evolve with the development of broadband technologies, mobile internet, social media platforms, and various online services. The internet has undergone tremendous changes, moving from a relatively simple information-sharing platform to a complex and multifaceted ecosystem.

      What is World Wide Web? Who founded/created it, when and why? How was it used originally and how it is used today?

            The World Wide Web is a system of interlinked hypertext documents and multimedia content that is accessed via the internet using web browsers. It is a major component of the internet, allowing users to access and share information through websites and web pages. 

         It was invented by Sir Tim Berners Lee, a British computer scientist and it became the world's first web browser/server while at CERN in 1989 and was opened to public in 1991. World Wide Web was conceived as a 'universal linked information system'. The World Wide web was created with the primary goal of facilitating information sharing and collaboration among scientists and researchers at CERN.

        Originally it was created at CERN to facilitate collaboration among scientists. Researchers could share documents, data, and information more efficiently using interconnected hypertext documents. Currently, WWW has become a dynamic platform that permeates various platforms of modern life, including communication, commerce, education, entertainment, and collaboration. It's transformation has shaped the digital landscape over the years. 

      Are they same, different, do they work together, separate, side by side?

               Internet and WWW are related but not the same. The internet could exist without Web, but the Web can't exist without the Internet. In simple terms, the Internet is the physical infrastructure on which services like Web, Email, mobile apps, and FTP runs. For example, if internet id a book-store then Web can be viewed as collection of books on that store. At some advanced level, to understand we can think Internet as hardware and WWW as the software. Internet uses Ip address whereas, WWW uses HTTP.

       When was the first website created, who created it, is it still up? 

        The world's first website, which contained information about World Wide Web itself, was created by Tim Berners-Lee and published 30years ago in 1990. It's worth mentioning that the first website was lost. Excited by the progress and unable to fathom the true scope of the web's abilities, computer scientists didn't archive many of the very first websites. 

        But it's back now, the original URL of the World's First Website was restored for us to explore.

      What is the connection of Hedy Lamarr to Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, who was she, is there a song about her, if so-why? 

Hedy Lamarr

            The head inventor of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth wasn't a scientist or engineer, but a famous Hollywood actress Hedy Lamarr. She was not only known for her acting but also for her contributions to technology. While Lammar's frequency-hopping invention was not immediately implemented, it laid the groundwork for later developments in wireless communication. Today, her work is recognized as an essential contribution to the development of technologies like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and other spread spectrum communications systems.

            "This song for Miss Hedy Lamarr" is a song released as a single lead single from the collaborative studio album 18(2022). This song was by English rock guitarist Jeff Back and American actor, producer and musician Johnny Depp. 

Who and when developed Bluetooth, who named it, why the logo looks like it does? 

            The Bluetooth has a historical and Norse mythology roots. It was named after Harald 'Bluetooth' Gormsson, a 10-th century Danish King who united Denmark and parts of Norway. The Bluetooth technology was developed by a Ericsson, a Swedish communications company, in the 1990s. The initial development of Bluetooth was done by a team of engineers at Ericsson, primarily led by Dr. Jaap Haartsen and Dr. Sven Mattison.

            The Bluetooth logo, which resembles the initials 'H' and 'B' overlaid in Nordic bind rune style, is another nod to the historical inspiration behind the name. It merges the initials of King Herald's 'Bluetooth' Gormsson in a unique design. The choice of this logo is symbolic, representing the idea of unification and connection between diverse devices, much like King Bluetooth's role in uniting people.

       Who and When Developed Wi-Fi, original name of Wi-Fi, when and how was it named?

                                The term 'Wi-Fi' was not an original name but rather a branding initiative by the Wi-Fi Alliance, a non-profit organization that promotes and certifies Wi-Fi Technology. The original name of the technology referred to the IEEE 802.11 standard. The name Wi-Fi does not stand for anything Specific. Initially, it was thought to be an abbreviation for 'Wireless Fidelity', but Wi-Fi Alliance representatives have clarifies that it is not an acronym. The term was coined to evoke associations with 'Hi-Fi'(High Fidelity), suggesting a high-quality wireless connection. The goal was to create a recognizable and marketable name that would help consumers identify products adhering to the IEEE 802.11b standard, which was one of the early wireless networking standards.

    The original version of the standard IEEE 802.11 was released in 1997 and clarified in 1999, but is now obsolete. The branding effort successfully turned a technical specification into a household term that has become synonymous with wireless networking.

                                                            Citation

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Internet

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_Wide_Web

https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/difference-between-internet-and-www/

https://www.wunc.org/2021-08-06/a-look-back-at-the-very-first-website-ever-launched-30-years-later

https://www.forbes.com/sites/shivaunefield/2018/02/28/hedy-lamarr-the-incredible-mind-behind-secure-wi-fi-gps-bluetooth/?sh=5f08793941b7

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/This_Is_a_Song_for_Miss_Hedy_Lamarr

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wi-Fi

https://www.bluetooth.com/about-us/bluetooth-origin/

https://www.cablefree.net/wireless-technology/history-of-wifi-technology/

 

    

   

Day1 in Digital Media

    Hello there, I'm Dhwani Patel, but let's keep things easy- you can call me 'D'. It's a bit of tongue twister, I know, but hey, simplicity is the name of the game. Looking forward to sharing stories, experiences and laughs with you throughout the semester, just as long as you remember the letter 'D'.  I am an undergrad majoring in Computer Science with a minor in Animation. I'm from India, land rich in culture, music and traditions. 

    When I'm not dealing with the complex algorithms, you will find   me sketching away in my book, stitching something new, watching   movies/series or travelling somewhere unknown. As a programmer,   I find unexpected inspiration in the world of animation. I always   wanted to work which creates a fusion of art and technology, and I   think Animation is the best choice I can make.

    In this blog, I aim to share my journey of day1 of the class. Life   has a way of throwing unexpected curveballs, and mine came when   I had to rush to India on a very short notice due to my dad's medical   emergency; just a day before the semester starts. He's admitted to       ICU in a very critical state, seeing him like that breaks my heart so I    decided to spend some time with my family. I was very excited for the first class, but the unpredictable circumstance brought me to India. Balancing hospital hours, long-distance learning, and the anticipation of my first class became a juggling act. It's challenging, but life has a funny way of teaching resilience. I admit that I've missed out on quite a few things during this. But, I'll be catching up with the missed bites. From classes to creative pursuits, I'll trace back everything I've temporarily left behind.

    The biggest accomplishment I embarked was a Computer Science project in last semester called 'Defuse the Bomb'. The aim was to create a real bomb algorithm that worked using Raspberry Pi. Me and my Teammates worked as a team on this project for four months which resulted in a powerful presentation. However, my team members did not contact me on the day of presentation and presented themselves due to misconception of dates. I admit my mistake and will make sure that I never repeat again. Grateful to my continuous good grades which gave me an A as my final grade. This experience made me confident to be more responsible from then and for the rest of the year.

        I'm a mix of fear and fancies, fun facts about me have different types .I'm scared of dogs and lizards. Choosing an outfit is time-consuming saga, a journey that often takes hours. Makeup? Not my cup of tea; I had rather apply sunblock. The gym calls me, but my lazy side usually wins. As a cinematic geek, my screentime unfolds in eight languages, from English to Thai, through movies/series/dramas.