Blog
A space to showcase my academic learnings from various school projects within my Interaction Design program.
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![Diagram depicting Prototyping Theory and development.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/64f9124b0c0e93050eb4cf2c/668336cbc52c7bae638b7c1c_Prototyping_Theory_Blog_Post_Cover.jpg)
nov 9th 2023
Prototyping TheoryExplores the role of prototypes in design processes, emphasizing their varied functions and the parallel development of different types of prototypes to address specific design questions.
![Illustration depicting a social network for psychopaths.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/64f9124b0c0e93050eb4cf2c/668382c0ba61260e2e08e621_Hero-Image-Psychopath-Social-Network-V3.jpg)
Nov 2nd 2023
Designing a Social Network for PsychopathsAn interactive storytelling class assignment where students create a social network for a psychopathic character of their choice.
![Illustration featuring the title 'Story-Based Design Methods.'](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/64f9124b0c0e93050eb4cf2c/66848edc0f2cc2c8d009da00_Hero-Image-Story-Based-Design-Methods-V3.jpg)
oct 26th 2023
Story-Based Design MethodsDiscusses the importance of designing for extreme characters in interactive storytelling, focusing on emotional depth and diversity to create more engaging user experiences.
![Story board illustration depicting a teenage girl running in a forest.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/64f9124b0c0e93050eb4cf2c/6684a243bb4782fe8e5de874_Cover-Midterm-Tell-Your-Story-V4.jpg)
oct 20th 2024
Midterm Part 3: Tell Your StoryPresents a coherent, well-developed story structure, well-rounded main character, prominently featured designs, and supportive visuals.
![Phrase 'Express your Vision' over trees within a forest.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/64f9124b0c0e93050eb4cf2c/6685e3fc44f1ba43a71ab98b_Hero-Image-Midterm-2-Express-Your-Vision-V6.jpg)
oct 12th 2024
Midterm Part 2: Express Your VisionDescribes the story of a teenage girl, Olivia, who lives in a dystopian world where she challenges her tight-knit community's beliefs.
![](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/64f9124b0c0e93050eb4cf2c/6685ece2ed309d222f5574cf_Collecting%20Story%20Elements.png)
oct 5th 2023
Midterm Part 1: Collect Story ElementsOutlines essential story elements like setting, context, key objects, a structured three-act progression, and introduces the main character clearly.
![Illustration of mountains with phrase 'Vogler's Writer's Journey'.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/64f9124b0c0e93050eb4cf2c/6685f75d87366aedd6114140_Hero-Image-Vogler%27s-Writer%27s-Journey-V5.jpg)
sept 28th 2023
An analysis of three quotes from Vogler's "The Writer's Journey" underscores the transformative power of storytelling through emotional connection with heroes.
![Chihiro and Haku, two main characters from the movie, Spirited Away.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/64f9124b0c0e93050eb4cf2c/6685bbb60a90b32d2b79132c_Spirited_Away_Stars_Image_V5.jpeg)
sept 21st 2023
Working with Story ArcsDelves into emotional arcs in beloved stories, explores a three-act narrative structure, and underscores the significance of character evolution and user personas in storytelling.
![Shadow of a man's face with the text 'What if...' on top of the image.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/64f9124b0c0e93050eb4cf2c/6685f00badd662916a11657f_What%20if...png)
sept 13th 2023
What if...?Explores the "what if" scenario of an actor discovering he can shape shift, delving into his struggles with identity, fame, and forming genuine connections.
![Illustration of two people floating over colorful gradient.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/64f9124b0c0e93050eb4cf2c/66859e70ce74b45e3c6529f2_Hero-Image-Vogler%27s-Writer%27s-Journey-V2.jpg)
SEPt 6th 2023
Storytelling in UX DesignDiscusses the importance of storytelling in UX design, emphasizing the role of perspective, character development, and user experience narratives.
![Outlook email logo and branding colors.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/64f9124b0c0e93050eb4cf2c/66ab0502cfc97e536f5b4b0e_Outlook%20Email.png)
march 14th 2024
Redesigning Outlook EmailRedesigning email clients like Outlook to improve user interactions and customization through micro-interactions.
![Three redesigned Apple Watch Voice Memos screens.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/64f9124b0c0e93050eb4cf2c/66aaede363f36a025165ab02_Apple%20Watch%20Microinteractions%20(1).png)
March 7th 2024
Voice Memos: Apple WatchOS 10Designed a microinteraction for the Voice Memos feature on Apple WatchOS 10, focusing on enabling users to easily pause their recordings.
![](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/64f9124b0c0e93050eb4cf2c/6758c9d99014ed0f7f659a48_IoT-Device-Hero-Image.jpg)
DECEMBER 10th 2024
Data Collection With an IoT DeviceCreate an Internet-connected device using at least 2 sensors. Consider how you will saving data.
![](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/64f9124b0c0e93050eb4cf2c/673e867a58e89b10000746e5_Music_Machine_Drum.jpg)
NOVEMBER 20th 2024
Creating a Music MachineCreate a sketch that would simulate an existing natural system by looking at physics and biology for examples.
![Mice ecosystem and interactive simulation.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/64f9124b0c0e93050eb4cf2c/672bbf474a73aacc19fcaf3f_Interactive_Simulation_Hero_Image_V2.jpg)
october 30th 2024
Creating an Interactive SimulationCreate a sketch that would simulate an existing natural system by looking at physics and biology for examples.
![Sketch illustrating the gradual transition of hues through a color cycle, highlighting the seamless blending of shades.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/64f9124b0c0e93050eb4cf2c/672bc45fd9f887e763870ae4_Alien_Clock_Hero_Image.jpg)
september 24th 2024
Generative Animation: Alien ClockExplore an alien clock animation: a unique time system using arrays, loops, and transformations.