This is a simple map I created by using layers placed over a google maps screenshot. I chose a scene that included a variety of items to be recreated. I then traced the different elements and created a separate layer for each type (roads, water, parks, etc.) Finally, I then added map symbols to give a more official map feeling.

I have created an additional map and uploaded it to the dropbox because it has
personally identifiable information.

Expanded Image

For this assignment we were to splice together pictures from the same scene to imply the passing of time. For this assignment I decided to use the spinning cube and wanted to allude to the idea of it spinning in time. I tried many different variations of this idea with the images I had and yet did not end up satisfied with my outcome. I have included my top two below but I am going to work to create another image for this project that I am more excited by.

The first image I created by splicing together many slices of images attempting to make the entire view spin. When I was not happy with this I instead only rotated the cube itself keeping the background stationary. 

UPDATE: Here is an additional idea that I created with Photoshop as an expanded image. These images were taken of C.S. Mott Children's Hospital at night. The front lobby has lights that slowly graduate between colors. I have an internship position with the Ronald McDonald Houses of Ann Arbor so I am familiar with this building. I used a background image of the entire building and then layered on images of smaller parts to make them brighter and emphasize the parts I wanted to stand out. I then added noise to the background image so the lights I wanted to stand out (rainbow on the left and the beautiful towers on the right) would stand out sharp and crisp. 

Caricatures

For this in class assignment we were to create at least 4 caricatures of our family tree. I created my mom, sister, and I, and then added additional images of our two cats.

Continued work with Illustrator

For this exercise we created vector art in the form of a clock. I created mine with the use of ellipse and line segment drawing tools and then made use of the rotate function and various fill colors.

UPDATE: Here is an updated version I created of a more detailed clock.

Introduction to Illustrator

For this exercise we created an organizational chart in Adobe Illustrator. By using tools such as square, line, text, and drop shadow I was able to create a standard org chart - with my own bit of flair.