“Fear is temporary, regret is forever” - It's something my dad has always told me. All surfers know the regret of pulling back on a good wave. I consider levels of comfort as towers, beginning in the foyer, surrounded by people whose job it is to give direction and carry weight and worries to the... Continue Reading →
The future of bodyboarding incorporates many factors which I am passionate about. Whilst creating this DA, I originally aimed for one 10 minute video, however I think that this content is genuinely useful for bodyboarders and therefore I created 3 videos and 5 interviews, covering many topics and recommendations for the future... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kt4NxGtlPCo&list=PLk5qL5OryM9hVAhVG4zpFGmakE9vxIefy Contextual Essay... Continue Reading →
I have created a series of videos about the Future of bodyboarding by conducting background research, interviews and creating my own predictions for short, medium and long term. Further, I was able to create 4 interviews with professional bodyboarders, Mike Stewart, Joana Schenker, Ryan Hardy and Ben Player. Video 1: Part 1 & 2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kt4NxGtlPCo&t=275s... Continue Reading →
I have made some changes to my DA since my pitch, which you can find here. Below is my Beta presentation where I have identified feedback channels which have assisted in the development of my background research and future thinking. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9LaDycCf32M&t=2s Wave Pools: This source discusses the technology behind wave pools including: “Compressed air, levers and... Continue Reading →
"At this point in the journey, the necessary tasks do not involve creation of new elements, but rather the integration of existing elements or even the removal of some elements. The process requires the abandonment of certain behaviours, principles, and activities that brought the current level of goodness because to continue using them has become... Continue Reading →
As a bodyboarder growing up in the age of social media, I’ve consumed most bodyboarding content through a device. I personally feel the pressure of needing to collect content. It’s not always to prove something or make a point, but just to justify myself in conversations with other bodyboarders. With the fall of print magazines,... Continue Reading →
https://youtu.be/bCxan9uxx9k Beta To reach a wider audience including those who are not bodyboarders, I am going to try creating my own version of a Vaporwave. To do so, I will stitch together all of my bodyboarding footage, and place a glitch effect over the top. I will also remix the music I usually add to... Continue Reading →
Within the early stages of my digital artefact, I have been able to develop a clearer structure as well as some new and interesting topics of potential discussion. It has become apparent that the old version of the game was more popular for many players. I am eager to seek out the differences in the... Continue Reading →
Using a poll, I asked my Instagram followers if they had ever played YouRiding. 90% of them have! I received a few messages on the topic and feel like I've created nostalgia by asking them questions about the game. I sent out a survey and there are a few things that were evident. The POV... Continue Reading →
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y5MSZw0JZec The YouRiding phone app is a great way to pass time when there are no waves on offer. You can travel the world and unlock over 300 of the most iconic waves. Meet the pros, customise your rider and change your boards, YouRiding has included some incredible features within this app. The controls start... Continue Reading →
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