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Level 6 Organisation

Specialist Practice: VCO665

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In reflecting on my major project, I recognise the need to improve my time management skills. Rushing through tasks due to poor planning has occasionally resulted in less polished outcomes. Moreover, my tendency to be overly critical of my work can hinder the creative process. Embracing the process more and acknowledging my strengths would be beneficial.

I found myself indecisive about the final outcome, which led to some delays. However, feedback from tutors and critical friends encouraged me to be more confident in my work, providing valuable perspectives. While my eventual outcome differed from initial ideas, exploring alternatives like poster zines proved enlightening.

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1.1 Brain Research

"hot zone"

dreaming occurs during non-rem low frequency activity

1.2 Sleep Disorders

1.3 Sleep Parasomnias

1.4 Sleep Stages

1.5 Non-Rem to Rem

https://www.mpg.de/4621589/measuring-dream-content

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Sleep statistics:

Approximately 30% to 40% of adults experience insomnia yearly.

Around 8.4% of adults use sleep medications regularly.

dsJesse Koskey's approach:

Advocates for better sleep among patients.

Focuses on behavioral changes over medication.

Incorporates "sleep hygiene" based on cognitive behavioral therapy.

Music for sleep:

Review findings by Koskey:

Music reduces insomnia severity and improves sleep quality.

Comparable to prescription sleep meds.

Minimal side effects, like the 'earworm effect.'

Entrainment effect:

Slow-tempo music synchronizes body with environment.

60 bpm music entrains parasympathetic nervous system.

Reduces heart rate and blood pressure.

Music preferences:

Slow tempo, regular rhythms, tranquil melodies preferred.

No specific genre necessary.

Listening methods:

Headphones or speakers are effective.

Duration varies, from 30 minutes to all night.

Music masks ambient noise, aids distraction, enhances sleep routine.

Research limitations:

Most studies focus on mild sleep problems.

Limited sample sizes.

Lack of double-blind studies due to participant awareness.

Sleep and health:

Poor sleep affects overall health.

Consult primary care provider if sleep troubles persist despite time allocation for sleep.

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Elzo Durt

Tanino Liberatore

Luis Buñuel

@Polygon1993 (Ig)

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most common during adolescence

cause unclear

may be triggered by stress or mental health conditions

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Camille Walala

Renowned for her vibrant, large-scale interventions in public spaces, Camille Walala uses urban environments to spread positivity through bold colors and playful patterns.

From murals to 3D installations, her work spans various mediums, characterized by striking geometric designs.

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3 sleep parasomnias i want to focus on:

sleepwalking

night terrors

sleep paralysis

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choose 3 main sleep disorders

keep each poster consistent with the amount of stories

create a belly band for the posters

introduction sheet

add emotional & physical strains

why - re-write the purpose of the project and constantly keep going back to it

explore a range of visual styles

inverted type

leading through the piece

arches & dreamscape imagery

create a bank of dream imagery to use throughout

representing the land of sleep

mood board for each a1 posters so x3 moodboards

keep it contemporary editorial

brain functions

abstract editorial

different size fonts/typefaces to represent the dream

for a manic dream can be quite chaotic

conceptual dreams

websites:

counter print

birmingham design shop

A4 (Photoshop)

A1 (Indesign)

very rough & shit lol

need to make 3-10 more variations

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sleeptalking

night terror

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overcoming limited space and size constraints of the poster zine:

prioritising content

focus on most essential content that aligns with theme

prioritise visuals and concise text that convey the message efectively

modular design

elements that can be rearranged/combined in different ways

Fold-out pages to expand the available space?