During mid-2018, we started to hear a lot about Space Force. Space Force is a proposed extension of our Armed Forces for military space operations and control over space.
Project Diagnosis
For my third project, I didn't have any ideas for a project. I hit a creative rut at this point in the semester, if you will, due to many personal issues going on. I consulted with Mr.Ward about this. He suggested that I broaden my horizons by reaching out into the media for an idea, since I was completely dried out. After our meeting, I searched, and I found a topic that interested me: Space Force.
Planetary astronomy is a small interest of mine, so exploring something space related in some ways was a good move for me. Like any other project as well, it began with research.
The research for this project was a bit different from my others. I had to understand what Space Force is and why it was proposed to begin with, but furthermore, I needed to look into opinions pulling in both directions: why a Space Force should and shouldn't be implemented into our country.
Also of note, during this research period, Mr.Grandi requested of me that I sketch any visuals that come to my mind. This was the beginning of the art process he suggested, as I had no real direction yet.
Of course, there are many differing opinions on Space Force. I mind-mapped these all out, which can be seen below.
With a lot of information to work with, I needed an end product idea. It was around this time where I came up with the base idea to write a report stating why I think the president should decide one way or another on this matter.
For the remainder of the duration of this project, I adapted my sketches into a digital format. I made an effort to make it look presentable, as well. This involved some Photoshop and implementation of an image background. The resulting product is below.
Conclusion
In summary, I am satisfied with this project for what I tried to accomplish with it. I took what was essentially a random subject and turned into a full-fledged project. I could see myself struggling with such a task in the past. It gave me high hopes for my next project, as I felt like I could make the final, solid project that I've been wanting to make.
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