This article discusses Don Norman’s work in emotion design. Very interesting read. Combine this with the work of Matthew May and you may have the beginning of an interesting paper.
True social cost of cheap goods
Watch the story of stuff. Materials economist Annie Leonard will show what the problem with our current consumer paradigm is. This is a wonderful little reality slap that I recommend everyone watch! It’s easy going… 20 minutes or so and very entertaining.
I have yet to watch the other films she’s helped produce, but I see they are available to watch on her site as well.
Heavens to betsy, Only 28 days left!!
What a great project!! Not sure if I can afford to give right now :^( But may have to anyway.
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Storytelling 102
Notice the filmmaker mentions the new narrative? This is the narrative of our current time and the narrative I am seeking to explore with my project and thesis. No longer are the stories of the hero’s journey: man v. nature, man v. himself, man v. anything resonating with us so strongly. Of course, we will have personal struggles and these stories are still important. However, in historical context, no longer will our collective consciousness be held by these terms. No longer is acceptable to believe that we will be saved by anyone but ourselves. Instead the new narrative explores how we are coming together to overcome challenge.
Sound familiar? It should. As designers we are currently discussing the changes taking place in our industry. Specifically, how teams are created of specialists (individuals) whom are coming together to overcome challenges of an ever changing demand to create something agile and flexible in a world of unpredictability.
I also think it’s funny when he asks Desmond Tutu if he’s ever heard of “Ace Ventura”
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I highly suggest giving these a good thorough listening :^P HAHAHA
The-Essays-of-Ralph-Waldo-Emerson-Podcast
Pay close attention to:
The American Scholar Address
Circles
Art