CREATIVE EXERCISE #2 : Juxtaposition

So in this exercise, random words were given by the lecturer, and I have to pick 3 pairs of words (based on the numerical order). I picked 13, 09 and 87. And this is what i got.

STEP 1 : GET RANDOM PAIRS OF WORDS

• Flower & Wind
• Fly & Rain
• Oil & Tree

Hmm. Okayy. Next :

EXERCISE 1
"Create a sentence using the two random words

1. ………………… flower…………………..spider

e.g; My red flower got eaten by a huge spider "

So that means i have to make 3 sentences? Right. Here goes.

1. The flower in the garden dances beautifully with the wind.
2. The fly hid in under the leaf when the rain is pouring.
3. We can get oil from palm tree.

Eh wait. oil from palm, not from the tree kan? Okay. confused.

Okay next exercise is :

EXERCISE 2

Well. They gave me an image of a spider eating the flower. I assume that I need to illustrate the sentences that I made earlier.

Here goes :

 

That's...uhh... a flower dancing with a tornado. represents the wind.... k next.

 

Now that's a cute fly, hiding under a leaf. from the rain.  

 .......that...is a palm tree. that can produce oil...kot.

Ouch. My head hurts. I shall continue later after a good nap.

Juxtopas...Jusxtapo.....ehem. JUXTAPOSITION

Not sure if u ever read the creative art magazine Juxtapoz?

 

I saw one in one on the shelves in MPH the other day, and always made we wonder what does "Juxtapoz" means and how does it relate to Creativity?

Juxtaposition by definition: A placing or being placed in nearness or contiguity, or side by side; as a juxtaposition of words


       The act of juxtaposing is to place two objects or word next to each other. When 2 things put side by side, your brain try to figure what is the relationship between these two. What automatically happens is that there is transference of meaning. Usually from something familiar to something less familiar.

We're talking about ANALOGY. 
Metaphors and Similes.  


Here are some examples of Juxtaposition artworks. At the same time, try to figure out what might have been their random words association:

could it be Fruit+Head?

 GasBaby? Maybe?

Something to do with ice-cream? who knows?

U get it? Not sure if I'm doing it right. Let's try the exercises. Next POST! 

Creative Exercise #1

So for the first creative exercise, i had to create my own version of logical mindmap.

I really don't know what to map from my mind. So I'm just gonna keep on staring at my feet.....

Oh hey.

gaaaah im still suck at this. But i realize as i went on, branching out one by one, i started to come out with something thats not related to the main topic. for example, from White Nike Air --> butterfly. Is that part of this mind map process? Am i doin it right? Hmmm. I guess I'll find out on the next classes.

As for now, I need to clean my shoes.

Logical Mind Map

Mind mapping, introduced by Tony Buzan is a great tool for idea generation and brainstorming. It enhance both sides of the human brain and widely used in taking notes, research or generating new ideas. A creative Mind Map is able to stimulate and create interest to the individual and also to the viewer.

here is an example of a creative mind-map :

That is an example of a creative mind map, on a topic "Time Management".

Logical Mind Map

The Logical Mind Map is directly connected to stereotypes. The Logical mind map comprises of solely stereotype words. Which means that every word or image that is put within the mind map is directly related to the central subject through its links.

Associated Mind Map

Using an associated mind map we are able to generate random words and also show the links between words that seemingly have no connection.

Logical Mind Maps & Stereotypes

Before beginning a Logical mind map we have to understand what a Stereotype is; below is the definition of the word.

DEFINITIONS OF STEREOTYPE

ster·e·o·type

A conventional, formulaic, and oversimplified conception, opinion, or image.
One that is regarded as embodying or conforming to a set image or type.

ster·e·o·typed, ster·e·o·typ·ing, ster·e·o·types

To make a stereotype of.
To characterize by a stereotype: “Elderly Americans are the neglected sector of the fashion industry, stereotyped by blue hair and polyester pantsuits” (American Demographics).
To give a fixed, unvarying form to.

The Rules Of Logical Mindmapping

• Always have your SUBJECT in the center of the page.
• Try to make the subject more dominant than the rest of the words and images in the mind map.
• Decide on the main categories of the subject before executing on mind map.
• Try to have the different categories in different colors, to make it easier to identify.
• Try to use drawings or images to make your mind map more interesting and personal.
• The ideal mind map should be shaped like the roots of a tree, branching out from a center.
• It is OK to repeat words or even interlink certain words.
• Try to make your mind map neat and easily legible. REMEMBER one of the aims of the mind map is to create interest and to be able to access information easily.

Benefit of Logical Mind-Mapping Technique;

• It is a concise way of listing and categorizing a mass of information.
• The relationship between each word will help trigger memories and greatly reduce the amount of note taking and assist in the understanding of the subject.
• The more interesting the mind map the greater the interest that the on looker will have in the information.
• The usage of images along side with word will again create interest for the mind map as well as assist in triggering a memory of the subject.


Now, I'm kind of wishing that instead writing this long, I should've done a mind map instead.