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Tuesday, June 5, 2012

AGIDEAS

Trends and Designers



The trends I've discovered during my 3 days at AGIDEAS are challenging hardships ahead and workout strategies and ideas to develop an effective solution to the problem. They all had hardships, trials and tribulations in their careers to get them at where they are at the moment.

Though trials and tribulations you'll discover your weaknesses and strongest points and to work on them but you don't cast away your confidence and need of endurance to achieve it. There are two quotes I made up which relates to visual art but this idea behind this quote can also work with other careers as well. It encourages me to endure and build on what I was given and develop it. I also learnt to continue and develop my creative world and communicate with the real world.

"Never give up on something you want to achieve. There will be trials and tribulation though out the journey of the goal you desire to achieve, and it doesn't mean giving up. It means to overcome trials and tribulation to become stronger and wiser in the decisions you choose and proceed in design, visual art or in life."- Mena Zarif


"Every visual artists starts as an amateur. Though experimenting with media and though trials & errors, the artist finds their own type of techniques & strategies towards their own style of art and the artist push themselves to achieve better results. The outcomes are incredible."- Mena Zarif

The examples of designers who talked about trials, tribulations, hardship, preparation etc are Ross Didier from Australia, Poras Chaudhary from India and Shaun Tan from Australia.


Concept Evaluation



Apex Lin- Taiwan

The Creator of Identities-1

http://taiwanreview.nat.gov.tw/ct.asp?xItem=45082&CtNode=128



Design Elements used: 
Line, shapes and colour


Design Principals used: 
Pattern, alternation and relationship


What I like about his works that he creates a family of his country, Taiwan. He seeks and seeks to find Taiwan in everything and everywhere he goes. He seeks in rocks, buildings, trees, leaves and in nature too. He also experiments with Taiwan illustration using design elements and principals and match them together. This is a great way to find and keep inspirations and build our own creative minds, hearts and worlds. 


He is a great inspirational to me because he helped and gives me direction where I can develop my creative mind, heart and world. He encourages me to seek myself to see what I like and dislike and develop artistic works and designs too. He also encourages me to get out of my comfort zone and take risks in my creative appoach, design and art too.

Thursday, April 19, 2012

Copyright Issues

Stock Images:

In the internet you can use both free and paid images and use them for personal or commercial use. Before doing so you need to read very carefully the terms & conditions and prices.

Gettyimages: http://www.gettyimages.com.au/

The prices are from $5 and can be over $1,000. You can download a free preview JPEG but it is copyright by gettyimages. To remove the copyright you need to pay the amount. You can pay the amount via credit card.

istockphoto: http://www.istockphoto.com/
                  : http://www.istockphoto.com/help/licenses

You need to buy credits to use the photos. There are three options either pay-as-you-go or subscriptions or corporate accounts. The prices are on:  http://www.istockphoto.com/prices.php



Stock Fonts:
In the internet there are free and paid fonts. Some free fonts is only used for personal use only and not for commercial use. It is very important to read the Terms & Conditions of the font website you are using.
You can also buy fonts inside a Small Business starter kit in stores such as Harvey Norman, Officeworks etc. But you need to also check their terms and conditions too.

1) Free stock fonts for personal & commercial use:


Fontsquirrel allows users to use their font for commercial use and without any payment applied.

2) Paid stock fonts:


Payment ranges from $55- over $1,000. You can buy a whole family font kid which costs over $700.

- Linotype: http://www.linotype.com

Payment ranges from 25 euro and higher. Payment options are credit card via visa, mastercard and amex or via paypal.

Stock font for my logo.

Font: I sourced my font via a small business starter kid CD from a local store. The font is called Belmar. Belmar is a free font to download from the internet. 



Photos to apply my logo on.

Gettyimages Photos:



istockphoto Photos:





Bibliography:

Thursday, March 22, 2012

My team Logo

Achilles Based greek hero.



Achilles was identified as human and demi-powers who was a warrior and Prince of Phthia. He was the son of King Peleus of Phthia. Achilles fought in a 10 year Trojan war and came out one of the successful heroes to be remembered. He symbolizes a very brave, courageous, discipline, strong, and stand up for what is right.  He showed strength, stamina and he was stronger and faster than any warrior. He wore a soldier uniform which includes a hat like a mohawk style, has a sparrow, and hand protected metal body shield. He also had a long blonde hair.


About my Cricket Club.


My cricket club is based in Broome or Darwin in Australia. I am currently still choosing which city I can promote and begin a cricket club name and logo.










Thumbnails of logos


Three logo concepts chosen

1- Broome Redhats 
I called my team Broome Redhats. My greek hero character wore a red soldier hat that's why I've chosen the name. 




2- Darwin Redhats 


Darwin redhats also another cricket club logo I've chosen based in Darwin, Australia. 

3- Darwin Shields 


Darwin shields is another cricket club logo I've chosen. My greek hero Achilles used a protective shield. 





Saturday, March 17, 2012

Culture in Design

Indigo Design Network


Talking Stick:
http://www.indigodesignnetwork.org/?cat=48 


Australia India Design Residency:
http://www.indigodesignnetwork.org/?p=5191

My response for this cause:
"Thank you for posting and I really enjoyed reading this article. It is a really great cause to call on unity for Australian designers/artists and Indian designers/artists to work together as a team, develop great teamwork and to get to know each other too. I am really curious to see the outcome of this cause but I am hoping it will work."


I am currently waiting for approval for the website and hopefully they will publish my response.





















Biblography:

http://www.indigodesignnetwork.org/

Aboriginal Motifs

Functions and Philosophies


Principals & Protocols are strict and straight forward guidelines how to use Indigenous Visual Art in a correct, non-offensive and very ethical way which works both ways. The purpose principals and protocols are in place because it uses protection of offensive and threat attacks, and encourages us to respect and use good use of conduct and promote interaction to Indigenous Visual Art in a right way. It practices good faith and mutual respect for each other. The two principals and protocols I'll discuss are Respect & Secrecy and confidentiality.

1- Respect:

We must except and respect all Indigenous people, their heritage, designs, images, stories and other cultural meanings, must be treated with respect. I believe every good work of art has a meaning behind it. Everyone is different but we are all equal.  We must respect all Indigenous Visual Artworks too. A famous quote:

“People talk about country in the same way that they would talk about a person: they speak to country, sing to country, visit country, worry about country, feel sorry for country and long for country….country knows, hears, smells, takes notice, takes care, is sorry or happy…Because of this richness, country is home, and
peace; nourishment for body, mind and spirit; heart’s ease.” - Deborah Bird Rose, Nourishing Terrains

2-Secrecy and confidentiality


Some of the cultures materials and artworks need to be confidentially and cannot be shown to the public. Before we promote Indigenous artists and communities, we need to speak with Indigenous artists and communities how they can promote themselves to the public. Their ways of promoting it makes them feel reasonable, safe and speaking out for the right reasons too. The right reasons of what they comfortable with.


Moral Rights and Issues


Moral Rights must be taken seriously and handle issues in a high ethical way. We should do no harm what so ever to Indigenous Visual Artworks and artists.  Their rights are

1- The artist(s) enquired to display their names and their artwork clearly.
2- The artist(s) can take action of their artwork if their work is shown as someone.
3- The artist(s) can take action of their own artwork if their work as been treated as not respectable and cruel way and to a point that they been accused and messed up their reputation.

I very strongly urge and advice let's respect all artworks and artists and strongly urge do not accuse or do any harm of any sort.

Bibliography


http://www.australiacouncil.gov.au/







Friday, March 16, 2012

Native American Motifs

Cleveland Indians

Who are Cleveland Indians?

Cleveland Indians are a professional baseball team located at Cleveland, Ohio. The club founded in 1889 under the name of Cleveland Spiders. They changed their team name about 2 times till they settled with Cleveland Indians in 1915 after the departure of Nap Lajoie. They decided to revive the name Indians of the honor of Louise Sockalexis who was Indian. He played for the team in 1897.  In the first season they finished 7th place with a record of 57-97. 

Current Logo analysis



Current logo concept/theme behind the design:  

The Indian character is smiling and wearing it's traditional wear clothing to represent their culture. Smiling means they are proud of their culture. It can also mean a symbol of love, unity, happiness and joy.


Personal thoughts: 

My personal thoughts on the current logo. I will look at the situation in both ways and hopefully it will fit in together. Personally I think they should change the Indians because people can abuse the Indians inside and outside the game. Abusive language is very unacceptable behaviour and we must show equality and respect for all people in the world including Indians. 

I believe that we are created in the world to communicate with each other and show peace, forgiveness, love, unity, equality, happiness, joy and build ourselves to represent ourselves as good people. Everyone are different but we are all equal. Yes we make mistakes, yes we can be angry but don't be angry and blame others for it. And don't be racist. Racism is one of the biggest and dangerous acts in the world and it must stop.

The reason there are lots of racism in this world because there are not having no forgiveness in heart and no self-control. Some people needs to stop their conflictual ways and reconsider their own mindset of dealing with earthly issues. Earthly wisdom is full of evil deeds such as judging others, putting others down, accusing and bearing false accusations against each other and other evil deeds which is completely unacceptable. But we must unite together again, become good people and begin to have forgiveness in heart and look into the brighter side. 

Some people usually don't like Indians and I don't want to pass judgement what I heard but It's wrong. But what I can say is we need to practise good deeds. Don't judge a person without getting to know them.

My final decision is they must change the logo into something else where there is no risk of abusive and evil deeds. We can promote Indians in different ways not in a game. 'Act of Service and Human Rights ' are categories that are suitable in. These groups can promote and practice good deeds. Promoting cultures in games are completing unacceptable and racist. The logo there is no problem with it, I like it but it's not suitable in team name. But it's suitable in 'Human Rights' and 'Act of Good Service' groups.



Wednesday, March 7, 2012

Clash of the Titans

1- Titans are evil creatures and men with an evil ruler named Hades. Hades and his evil army wants to destroy Zeus, Perseus and all his good people and rule over the whole world. Zeus suggests love one another and fight against all evil are the only ways so have a successful and become true good people and defeat all evil force. To know what is right and wrong, to know what is good and evil.

Perseus wants to fight as a man and  he don't want to use the sword which was given to him from Zeus. He just wants to fight all evil forces with his own human strength.

Son of Zeus,  Perseus doesn't believe the sword comes from Zeus can defeat Hades and all of his evil army, then he finds out he uses a sword that can defeat one of the evil creatures from Hades and he killed them all.
His lover Lo is ready to go to meet Zeus so she comforted Perseus saying 'Everything will be ok'.

When Lo left him, a horse with flying wings went with him and fight all evil forces in the world. When all evil forces was defeated, he met Lo and Zeus. Zeus explained to Perseus that the horse with flying wings and the sword helped you to overcome and defeat all evil men and force.

2- Yes, there were  protective shields, and swords represents Power, strength, courage and trust. Fight what is right.

3- Yes, the character with the sword and a mohawk style soldier hat.

5- Yes, Perisus is one of the my characters because has a lover and a father. Two characters represents Achilles.

6- Yes and they are Zeus, Lo, Perisus and the soldier with a protective shield and a mohawk style soldier hat.

7- Medusa killed by the sword from Perisus.

8-  Three ideas for logo








Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Melbourne Sports Museum Critiques

Cycling Australia Logo

Reference logo: http://www.nsw.cycling.org.au/site/cycling/image/fullsize/51684.jpg


-Elements used: Point, line, colour,
-Principals used: Stability
-The type of design is a moving action style. I like the way the merged cyclist's head and cyclist bike's wheel in one logo. It shows unity with cyclist and bike. It also shows rhythm as cycling is a moving sport. If I relate the logo design to an ancient greed god, I would refer it to two ancient greek gods; Agamemom possible means 'steadfast' and Aiola means 'quick-moving'.
-The australian colours 'Green and yellow or gold' added on the logo. Only three colours: Yellow or gold, black and green.
-This type of design is really good and suitable for the event.


Carlton Blues logo on Guernsey
 
Reference: http://www.footyjumpers.com/
Club by Club------> Carlton------>Home Jumpers----->2010- 


- Elements used: cool colours, numbers, shape, letterform
- Principals used: Stability, cool colour
-This type of design is really good and consists of bold number which represents strong. The Carlton logo it consists of Carlton Football Club CFC combine into and called Letterform. The greek gods I refer to are Achilles represents symbolizes a very brave, courageous, discipline, strong, and stand up for what is right.  Achilles showed strength, stamina and he was stronger and faster than any warrior. Also football players are very quick so I refer to Aiola represents 'quick-moving'.
-Blue means calmness and often chosen by men.

Bibliography


Cycling Australia Logo:
1. http://www.cycling.org.au/
2. http://www.behindthename.com/names/usage/greek-mythology

Carlton Blues logo on guernsey:
1. http://www.carltonfc.com.au/Default.aspx
2. http://www.footyjumpers.com/
Club by Club-----> Carlton------>Home Jumpers----->2010- 
3. http://psychology.about.com/od/sensationandperception/a/color_blue.htm
4. http://www.behindthename.com/names/usage/greek-mythology


Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Critiquing Tools

Art Vocabulary List


1.Harmony: 
All the elements unites together to form a design.

2. Contrast:
It's the difference between elements applied to design. It's a relationship between light and dark colours.

3. Proportion:
Proportion is when relationships of objects are respectful in sizes, shapes etc..


4. Cross hatch:
Cross hatch is a technique using lines to produce tones and shades.

5. Hierarchy:
Hierarchy is used when size, colour or other elements draws to attention of user's eyes. The focal point composites and draws attention to an information.

Adjective List


1. Line-Calligraphy:
Calligraphy can be thin, thick, smooth, tough, wavy, and bold.


2. Colour-Contrast:
Contrast uses black and white, negative and postive, good and evil, cool and warm colours.


3. Shape and Form- Free Form:
A piece of artwork created not according to a standard style.


4. Texture- Rough:
Texture that has a rough surface. For example; roads, dirt etc..


5. Colour- Warm:
A sense or feel it's friendly, warm, calm, joyful etc..

Principals and Elements of design list


Principals


1. Stability:
All of the elements holds together and becomes stable.

2. Dynamics:
Arrangement of elements that moves up or down.

3. Rhythm:
Arrangement of elements that are repeatable and moves.

4. Scale:
Measurement in size of elements.

Elements


1. Line:
It consists of length and size.

2. Colour:
It consists of different feelings. All sorts of different kind of colours such as  warm, cool, hue etc..


3. Texture:
It consists of elements of point and line that gives a rough look.

4. Shape:
It consists of lines that join up together to create a organic or geometric form.

5. Form:
It consists of two or more shapes join together to form a three-dimensional illustration or object. It uses the elements tone, texture and colour.



Bibliography:

Art Vocabulary List:

1.Harmony:
http://www.bluemoonwebdesign.com/art-glossary-2.asp

2. Contrast:
http://www.bluemoonwebdesign.com/art-glossary.asp

3. Proportion:
http://www.eslincanada.com/english/englishlesson10.php

4. Cross hatch:
http://www.oswego.edu/~metzgar/html/vocab_list.htmc

5. Hierarchy:
- Visual Communication and Design. Victorian Certificate of Education Study Design book.

Adjective list.


1.Line- Calligraphy:
http://www.audioenglish.net/dictionary/calligraphy.htm

2. Colour- Contrast:
http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/contrast

3. Shape and form- Free Form:
-http://dictionary.reverso.net/english-cobuild/free%20form

4. Texture-Rough:
http://www.thefreedictionary.com/rough-textured
http://painting.about.com/od/art-critique/tp/art-words-list.htm

5. Colour- Warm:
http://www.artistrising.com/shop/tags/warm-color.htm


Style Time Line

1. Action Painting


- Action painting is a type of abstract painting uses the techniques dribbling or splashing of paint. The outcome of this is called spontaneous effect.
- This kind of style began in 1940s until early's 1960s.
- Example of Jason Pollock work:
http://www.annrea.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/jackson-pollock1.jpg
- The two artists involve in action painting are Jason Pollock and Franz Kline


2. Abstract Painting

- Abstract painting is a form of art that uses a composition of colour, shape and form. It is more focused on use of imagination or ideas expressed though emotion.
It started in the 19th century.
- Example of Piet Mondrian work:
http://emptyeasel.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/04/trafalgarsquarebypietmondrian.jpg
-The two artists involve in Abstract painting are Piet Mondrian and Theo van Doesburg.


3. Pointillism


- Pointillism is a form of painting that uses small, pure dots and colours which forms an artwork. Paul Signac describes Pointillism as divisionism but expression mixture of tines and tones.
Pointillism style began in 1886.
- Example of Paul Signac work:
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/c/c1/Signac.jpg/250px-Signac.jpg
- Two artists involve Pointillism are Georges Seurat and Paul Signac


4. Pop Art


- Pop Art is a style that involves famous celebrities and create a iconic nature style. It is used in advertising and movies. 
- The British and Americans who created Pop Art and it began 1950's until 1960s. It is still used until this day.
-  Example of Andy Warhol's work:
http://livelearnloveleave.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/13_vv_warhol_marilyn-Monroe.jpg 
- Two artists involved Pop Art are Andy Warhol and Robert Dowd.


5. Digital Art


- Digital Art is a style that uses computer aided techniques, styles and colours to form an computer generated artwork. It's used in magazines, advertising, television etc..
- Digital Art began in the 1970s and until till this day is used.
- Example of Pawel Nolbert's work:
http://www.artrick-playground.com/static/images/3305/Featured-Artist-Pawel-Nolbert_493456_profile.jpg
- Two artists involved in Digital Art are Maciej Mizer and Pawel Nolbert.


6. Naive Art


- Naive Art is a childlike style involves simplicity, it's subject matter and technique. Artists refer as who reject or lack professional training in this field. They seem they have a same passion and style as trained artists. This style of art uses bright strong colours, highly detailed images and doesn't use perspective. The outcome of artwork is usually represents memories, dreams, fantasies and scenes from everyday life. It is related to Folk art but very different.
- Started in 18th century until 20th century.
- Example of Henri Rousseau's work:
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/fa/Surprised-Rousseau.jpg
- Two artists involve in Naive Art are Henri Rousseau and Grandma Moses.


7. Op Art


-Op Art also known as Optical Art is a style of art that uses optical illusions in artworks. It's a form of artwork which interacts between illusion and picture plane, and between understanding and seeing. It plays around with your sight and understanding the optical illusions. When the user looks at optical illusions it given the impression its moving, hidden images, flashing, vibration, and patterns. 
- Began in 1964.
- Example of Bridget Riley's work:
http://www.op-art.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/movement-in-squares.jpg
- Two artists involve in Op Art are Julian Stanczak and Bridget Riley.


8. Pixel Art


- Pixel Art is another form of digital art where images are edited in a pixel level. It is used in computer/ video games, graphical calculator games and mobile games. Another example of a popular show called ' Digimon' used pixel art for their game devices.
- Pixel art began in 1972 but they began using it in 1982.
- Example of Rod Hunt's work:
http://creativeoverflow.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/rod_hunt_2.jpg
- Two artists involve in Pixel Art are Rod Hunt and Paul Robertson.


9. Metaphysical Art


- Metaphysical Art involves and works with sharp contrasts of light and shadow although it seems to have a threatening and mysterious effect to it. 
- Metaphysical Art began in 1917.
- Example of Carlo Carra's work:
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/7/7f/Funeraloftheanarchistgalli.jpg/200px-Funeraloftheanarchistgalli.jpg
- Two artists involve in Metaphysical art are Carlo Carra and Giorgio de Chirico. 


10. Colour Field


- Colour Field is another type of abstract art that involves that uses the whole canvas. The techniques used are brushing, pouring, spraying and colour.
- Colour Field began in 1940s.
- Example of Hans Hofmann's work:
http://www.hanshofmann.org/lib/img/gallery/p1669.jpg
- Two artists involve in Colour Field are Hans Hofmann and Frank Stella.




Bibliography:


1.  Action Painting:


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Action_painting
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jackson_Pollock
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Franz_Kline
http://www.artlex.com/ArtLex/a/actionpainting.html
http://www.annrea.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/jackson-pollock1.jpg

2. Abstract Painting:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abstract_art
http://www.painting-ideas-and-techniques.com/abstract-painting-techniques.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Piet_Mondrian
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Theo_van_Doesburg
http://www.theartstory.org/movement-abstract-expressionism.htm
http://emptyeasel.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/04/trafalgarsquarebypietmondrian.jpg

3. Pointillism:

http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/466425/pointillism
http://www.studyarthistory.com/pointillism-artists-218.php?g=21
http://www.allbuyart.com/art-movement-pointillism.asp
http://www.artcyclopedia.com/history/pointillism.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pointillism
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Georges_Seurat
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_Signac
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/c/c1/Signac.jpg/250px-Signac.jpg

4. Pop Art:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pop_art
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andy_Warhol
http://www.osnatfineart.com/pop-art.jsp
http://www.artchive.com/artchive/pop_art.html
http://www.artlex.com/ArtLex/p/popart.html
http://www.theartstory.org/movement-pop-art.htm
http://livelearnloveleave.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/13_vv_warhol_marilyn-Monroe.jpg


5. Digital Art:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Digital_art
http://psd.tutsplus.com/articles/inspiration/mind-blowing-digital-paintings/
http://www.behance.net/NeilDuerden
http://www.designflavr.com/resources/Photoshop-Masters-10-digital-Artists-you-should-know-i110/
http://www.artrick-playground.com/static/images/3305/Featured-Artist-Pawel-Nolbert_493456_profile.jpg

6. Naive Art:


http://www.arthistoryguide.com/Naive_Art.aspx
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Na%C3%AFve_art
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henri_Rousseau
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grandma_Moses
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/fa/Surprised-Rousseau.jpg

7. Op Art:

http://www.theartstory.org/movement-op-art.htm
http://www.osnatfineart.com/optical-art.jsp
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Op_art
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bridget_Riley
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julian_Stanczak
http://arthistory.about.com/cs/arthistory10one/a/op_art.htm
http://www.op-art.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/movement-in-squares.jpg

8. Pixel Art:

http://rodhunt.com/
http://www.smashingmagazine.com/2008/05/05/pixels-go-mad-the-celebration-of-pixel-art/
http://www.noupe.com/design/40-examples-eye-popping-pixel-art.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pixel_art
http://creativeoverflow.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/rod_hunt_2.jpg

9. Metaphysical Art:

http://www.huntfor.com/arthistory/C20th/metaphyspaint.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metaphysical_art
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Giorgio_de_Chirico
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carlo_Carr%C3%A0
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/7/7f/Funeraloftheanarchistgalli.jpg/200px-Funeraloftheanarchistgalli.jpg

10. Colour Field:

http://www.artlex.com/ArtLex/c/colorfieldpainting.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Color_Field
http://painting.about.com/od/artglossaryc/g/defcolorfield.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hans_Hofmann
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Stella
http://www.hanshofmann.org/lib/img/gallery/p1669.jpg







Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Greek hero- Achilles

History:

Achilles was identified as human and demi-powers who was a warrior and Prince of Phthia. He was the son of King Peleus of Phthia. Achilles fought in a 10 year Trojan war and came out one of the successful heroes to be remembered.

Adventures:

While he fought in the 10 year Trojan war, Achilles became friends with a young prince Patroclus who was a shamed prince and gave him a second chance, helped him and became really good friends. Achilles's mother was a cruel sea goddess her name was Thetis. Patroclus's death was a motivation for Achilles to continue fight in the Trojan war.

His enemies are Cycnus, Hector, Helen of Troy, Mikaboshi, Paris, Penthesileia, Pluto, the Trojans, ( former) Agamemnon.

Relationships:

Achilles and young shamed prince Patroclus remained strong and knew they can develop a strong friendship together. Communication, understanding and action were the keys to succeed in teamwork goals. Patroclus died and Achilles was more motivated to fight in the war.

His relatives are Peleus (father), Thetis (mother), Neoptolemus (son by Deidameia, Alias Pyrrhus), Telamon (uncle), Ajax the Great (cousin), Aeacus, Nereus (both are grandfathers to him), Endeis, Doris ( both are grandmothers to him); Polyxena (his wife), Caistrus (son by Penthesilia), and Zeus (his great-grandfather).

Appearance:

Achilles wore a soldier uniform which includes a hat like a mohawk style, has a sparrow, and hand protected metal body shield. He also had a long blonde hair.

Symbols:

Achilles symbolizes a very brave, courageous, discipline, strong, and stand up for what is right.  He showed strength, stamina and he was stronger and faster than any warrior.

Evolution:

The evolution of the Trojan war into team/individual sports in the modern days and other activities was a amazing transformation. Teamwork and friendship development was the main messages in the Trojan war and how we can learn from it.

Also Achilles games developed and played free via free on-line game sites.

Sports related:

1) AFL- Australian Football Rules is a sports which involves running, bumping, tackling, teamwork, fitness and gym work.
2) Boxing- It involves defence, punching, standing up and keep fighting till the end.
3) Marathon Running-It involves competing against each other to stay in the road and continue the long run. Who is the most successful athlete to win the Marathon.


Bibliography


Internet:


http://www.infoplease.com/cig/mythology/achilles-angry-young-hero.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Achilles_and_Patroclus
http://www.marvunapp.com/Appendix/achilles.htm
http://www.angelfire.com/planet/mythguide/achilles.html
http://www.uh.edu/~cldue/texts/introductiontohomer.html
http://voices.yahoo.com/divinity-humanity-evolution-tragic-582774.html
http://www.achillessport.com/

Books:


- The World of Ancient Greece: Entertainment & Arts by Robert Hull
- The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller
- In the search of the Trojan War by Michael Wood from BBC

Monday, February 6, 2012

My Goals

My creative goals for a hard-working 2012 is to develop, achieve and establish a high, creative and eye catching artistic design works such as photography, digital art, illustrations, typography, mixed media and other styles of artwork. By end of this year I see myself developed my own unique styles of designs and keep growing my creative mind which leads to all sorts of fun and creative artistic works.

What keeps me going to reach & persevere to achieve my progress goals which leads me to achieve my outcome goals is from this famous quote; "Creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes. Design is knowing which ones to keep." -Scott Adams,  and also from this famous quote who is unknown. "If you want to be a well-paid designer, please the client. If you want to be an award-winning designer, please yourself. If you want to be a great designer, please the audience."- Anonymous

I will never give up, never say die and reach my creative prize. I believe consistency is the key to build my creative mind. The only way to achieve my creative prize, all I need to do is give my personal best to all of my creative projects which was given to me. To do this the time that was given to me which contains every second, every minute, every hour, every day, every week and every month must count because time is very precious and running out at the same time.

2012 here I come!