the unexpected...

is always upon us ?

"How To...?" sketches

1:: scroll down page layout

   :: the information will be changing accordingly within the paper in the middle

2:: one page layout

:: create a real working/ study table where usually a cork board are place, once you see the interface

 :: the information will be changing accordingly within the paper in the middle

 :: small interactive button might be used to replace the yellow note

"How To...?" moodboard::content::flowchart

page1:loading page::main page

page 2:who::student

introducing what does being a student faces while revising on their daily studies

who are they, their living environment - away from home student, lifestyle

*list of the common unhealthy way of living (to create the awareness)

page3:when::whenever run outs of ideas

*symptoms

the main factor that contribute to running out of ideas

not only study factor but others ex: entertainment, friends, the thought of having fun

page4:1st task:: step away from table ( strain and pain = dead brain)

*sitting at the table for too long will cause not only the computer to hang but so as our brain functionality rate.

so: walk around , get ourself a cup of refreshing drink or even coffee

then: dont go back to the sit straight away, do some simple stretching, this will avoid backaches

remember staring too long at the monitor will strain our eyes, do often look away or at greens as this will help to relax our eyes

page5: 2nd task:: get moving. a healthy body equals to a healthy mind

Take up a sport as it says a healthy body equals a healthy mind

* suggest some simple task like walk the dog or even house chores

*call one or a few friends to come along, bonus as brainstorm while exercising

*as long as there is on-going physical activities, the heart will keep on pumping and the mind rejuvenated

* a few exercising steps

page6:3rd task::day dream. let your subconscious mind take over

*subconcious mind had the ability to conjure anything while our logical part of the brain in pause mode

*peaceout in a serene and quiet place can actually generate great ideas, whether our brain is in clear state or subconscious , we are able to focus

*even better if we can shut all our electronic appliances 

page7:4th task:: let it flow naturally

*read more and more and more books

*ideas will be everywhere

page8:munch on brain-friendly carbs

*easy to prepare breakfast, lunch, dinner

*suggested food for thoughts

**flowchart to be upload soon

Web Design 1: "How to...?" Project

Title 1: How to keep your brain running

1. who: student

2. when: whenever run outs of ideas

3. 1st task: step away from table ( strain and pain = dead brain)

4. 2nd task: get moving. a healthy body equals to a healthy mind

5. 3rd task: day dream. let your subconscious mind take over

6. 4th task: let it flow naturally

7. 5th task: munch on brain-friendly carbs

8. outcome: a better and refreshing mind to continue the brainstorming

Title 2: How to choose a sunglasses that flatters you

1. who: fashion police

2. when: fashion disaster

3. why: sunglasses have become the ultimate fashion accessory, and their look can change with the trends from season to season. Whilst they may be glamorous and stylish on the rack, make sure you choose appropriate ones for your shape. Shades will draw immediate attention to your face, so select wisely.

4. 1st task: finding the shape of your face. oval face round face square face etc...

5. 2nd task: choose a style to suit your face. aviators, vintage, classic etc...

6. 3rd task: deciding on the color frame

7. the outcome: looking great and flattering. having a pair of great sunglasses is just as important as having a pair of comfortable shoes or a great bag.

Title 3: How to travel with pets

1. who: adventurous and pet lover

2. when: on a vacation and you do not want to leave your pet behind because your pet is part of the family too

3. how: i. by plane

      ii. by car

      iii. by sea

4. 1st task: collect every details on the traveling and lodging with rules and regulations

5. 2nd task: check with the vet

6. 3rd task: what to pack for your pet. extra tags, a recent photo, leash and flashlight, medical records etc...

7. outcome: a memorable trip.

Title 4: How to  make your own decoupage soap

decoupage soaps are very easy to make and are great craft for all ages. they can be used to decorate blocks of plain soaps for fetes or for fundraising events.

1st task: prepare material kit

2nd task: cut out picture according to need from mag 

3rd task: mix glue with equal parts of water

4th task: place the cut out onto the soap and cover with the gaze

Outcome: Any soap can be decoupaged, provided it isn’t too oily. The soap can be used although the picture will eventually come off. Decoupage soap makes great gifts.

976 miles away

we are both living in the different ends of the world

you live your own life and i live mine

if we ever run into each other one day

we might nod to one another, smile and say hi

then fall speechless

because we might no longer knew each other

as if it never happened

all i have in mind is that i...

♥ the sky ♥

OOo~laa~laa

faint ~

No way I can resist...

There goes my money to survive till next week ~

Cute ~

This winning video entry was created by Michael Warner.

An animation for The Weepies‘ Hideaway video contest.

During Earth Hour ~

VOTE EARTH

YOUR LIGHT SWITCH IS 

YOUR VOTE

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we from USJ 2/2M voted

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WeeMei voted back home in Seremban.

Snap ~ snap ~ Snap

DCIM 2009

MidValley

...did not manage to snap any proper shot...

they were attacked by huge swamp of photographers with

1/2 : 9 1/2

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Happenings ~

Looking forward for next week's field trip to KLDesign Week 

with TOA's Multimedia gang. Hooray ~

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do visit 

www.kldesignweek.com

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i love the loading page

it's simple and nice yet very Malaysian.

make sure you don't browse away.

a few snapshot of the loading page

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miss me ~ not...haahaa

~Missed Me by The Dresden Dolls~

Flat flat flat ~

~ 2 flat tyres in a row within 2 weeks ~ 

fuh ~

To do ~

Wednesday (18/3)

- submission of Design Method 1 interface design 

- include research folder

- refine interface

- complete part A-G of matrix development and route

- digital research with references

- documentations: mindmap, sketches, visual development, 

research & references

- digital files (PSD, AI, JPEG, PDF)

- revolutionary art: Man & Machine

- select one : Man & Machine is the new human

: Man & Machine is taking over the world

: Man & Machine, who's stronger

- what does it mean ?

- is there any mental image ? what ?

- Logic and rigid

- illogical and non rational ?

* answer the above question, then present with 

research and examples

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Friday (20/3)

- 3 simplified figures

- can show flash project "Save The Planet" for final 

critique before submission

- flash interface thumb

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Monday (23/3)

- flash final submission

- flash interface thumb, ideas and concept

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Tuesday (24/3)

- CGPP Spongebob submission

- Typography : 1. Paperbag submission

- 12 steps layout on A3 mounting board

- selected thumbs printed on texture paper, 

each A3 on mounting board

- paper bag final, size of surface within A4 to A5

- softcopy: jpeg of 12 layouts and approved 

thumbs in CD

2. Postcard submission

- 150 dpi

- print front and back of postcard on glossy paper

- copy and paste front design typeface text and 

apply on back of postcard

- make sure to apply real stamp of any value

- include postcard's jpeg file in compilation CD

3. Show computer work of redesign CD cover

- do whatever we can of CD redesign

- show at least three option

- with photo

- with illustration

- or just typeface

4. Poster

- concept, title, info to fill in, own exhibition, 

to promote any product

- try different media; bring: color pencil, charcoal, 

soft pastel, watercolor etc.

- must relate to title

...that thing...

everybody is looking for something

but ~

what exactly is that thing ?

won't get to sleep ~

~ from today till next week ~

" House of Joy "

Visited House of  Joy with WeeMei, Nicholas and LinEr's moral group yesterday. The house's condition is not what i have in mind before the visit. The place is filthy and the hygiene is bad. With water containers at the entrance, it's such a good mosquito breeding ground. We were greeted by a bunch of kids of all ages, we were all known as "gor gor" and "jie jie" to them. Heartache is felt, the kids condition is not that good...with traces of scratch scars here and there which is left untreated. The biggest problem that I personally think the house is lack of is proper education. From what we heard from a grown up residence of the house, they are not provided with proper education. They barely read and write, some even their own name. What can i do to help ?

A boy asked me..." This gor gor ( Nic ) cannot understand Chinese ? "...i said " yup "...then he replied..." I can't understand nor speak English and Bahasa "...in a sad tone. 

What can one promised ? Who knows what is behind all those laughters ? Who can tell what is there the future can offer them ? 

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Although, there will always be a situation where there is a shortage of requirement from orphanages to provide care for the children. But among the orphanages i've been, House of Joy's condition is bad. I suppose we all leave the place with heavy heart...i do...