In this Studio, students will design lighting objects based on self-reflection and formative memories. These objects will serve to communicate and express the creator's individuality. The challenge will be to distill a personal narrative concept through the medium of light incorporating electronics and new media to convey the subtle intricacies and complexities of one's identity. 

The design process involves a rigorous cycle of constant feedback and countless iterations. With every new angle and added perspective, your project continuously shifts and expands. While the process of this growth may be informed by external resources, the soul of your project starts with you. Who you are as the active driver and voice of your project greatly impacts the intention and outcome of your piece.

Final projects can take countless forms - from a wall-mounted sculpture that syncopates with your breath, to a projector that displays the landscape of your birthplace, to a wearable lamp that represents a special memory. Modes of self-expression through the medium of light are endless.

Skills

Product design, reflective journaling, sketching, laser cutting, 3D printing, coding, and electronics hardware