OUGD402
Why am I here - What do I want to learn?

Identify and explain 5 reasons why you chose to study on the course

The course has an excellent employment rate, this was a big factor in my decision to study at LCA.
The number of successful applicants was another reason for choosing to study at LCA, by being in a smaller class compared to various other courses who exceed over 200 students, enables me to get the most out of my degree. 
The colleges reputation not only nationally but internationally is why I chose to come here, it is the highest ranked Arts and Design institution in a number of academic tables, so it speaks for itself really.
Being in a specialised art college was always the aim, at other universities I wouldn't be in a close knit community with other creatives, but by studying at LCA it provides the means to easily. 
The course has a creative skillset tick, which is awarded to institutions who best prepare students for the world of work. This links with the employment rate point because the ultimate outcome of the degree is get a job once graduating and this course is the best chance of that in my opinion. 


Identify and explain 5 things that you want to learn during your time on the course

To learn the rules behind Graphic Design, as I didn't study this subject beforehand everything is all a rather new concept to me.
Learn and understand print methods and processes, not only the latest print techniques but traditional methods too.
Where the industry will be at once I graduate, I want to be prepared for any change in the industry before I've graduated and then apply what I've learned. 
Maybe single out a potential research path, I could choose a certain subject matter and develop during my time on the course.
I want to possibly pinpoint a specific area of design I want to practice in, at this current moment in time I'm heavily interested in Editorial design so this could possibly be an option. 


Identify and explain 5 things that you think are your strengths 

I can operate softwares such as After Effects and Cinema 4D, which personally I think is a good skill to have as a graphic designer. 
Balancing my work and managing time is another strength I believe I have, I prefer to spread work out than just focusing on one piece at a time, by doing this I have a more open mind when doing work. 
When generating ideas I think I can work with very little and still find a solution.
Spotting 'nice' things, whether this be in design or just walking along the street, I often point out anything I find eye catching which somehow I class as a strength, maybe its just being observant. 
Being positive, I always try to be positive to help myself but also others around me.

Identify and explain 5 things that you would like to improve 

Im not familiar with the software Indesign, so I'd like to learn the ins and outs of this software. 
I need to start making the most out of the resources around me, whether that be the library or the print rooms at college.
I'm capable of describing others work but when describing my own work, sometimes I don't have the backing / confidence in it. This may be down to being picky with my own work.
I'm currently improving on this but as I'm new to Graphic design, I need to learn the correct terminology.
When researching,dig deeper than what is being presented to me. 

Identify and explain 5 things that inspire you

Living in a city inspires me, before I moved to Leeds I lived in a city as well but I find the pace of a city motivates / inspires me. 
Looking to the future and always having something planned inspires me to achieve, If I have something planned whether it be a holiday or just a small event, it is always something to look forward to. 
Design itself inspires me, looking at inspirational pieces of design knowing that i'm currently studying this subject inspires me.
Always being unto date with current affairs /  culture can help inspire me. 


Identify 5 examples of design that demonstrate your fields of creative interest

Editorial Design

Album Artwork

Minimal Graphic Design

Modern architecture 

Electronic Music