AAD II, Assignment 3- Conclusions

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Final touches.  I decided to stick with the seed paper from a Canadian company, imported from India.  Apparently it can sprout, so there is a risk that I will cause an ecological disaster in Alberta, but given what else is going on, and the differing climatic zones I'm willing to take that chance.

 I thought about ripping the edges to give them an even more deckled feel using Kennedy's rules, see below for profiles, but nope, it's nice as is, and the paper is too thick to tear nicely.

 


Having seen all the other student's work I feel mine follows the trend that most took of making something other than the basic, saddle stitched booklet.  Mine is not necessarily than the others, although it is pretty good, but it is a bit unique that makes it stand out.  It is portable, I could easily add a QR code or instagram handle to it and hand out individual items at an event.  The packaging is nice, with a the envelope personalizing it to living:room and the sting tying it up is a nice touch.  Here's a picture of it ready to be picked up, with the prototype underneath.


It has the feeling I was going for.  Simple, well made, and easily identified as mine.  The contents can easily be added to or changed.  More or less personal background or contact information can be provided.  Best of all, it is easy to mail with letter post, I just have to print on regular weight of paper and ten sheets fit into the maximum letter thickness.

Thanks for everything Ian, all the best and have a great summer!  Hopefully see you when the show comes down.

Take care, and hang out in the



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