Jackson Hootman

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Summing up 2020: Jackson Hootman

May 2, 2020

Jackson Hootman

Summing Up 2020

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My final project for the Aesthetic of Design course was entitled COVID Apparel. This project consisted of making dynamic clothing to encourage social distancing by flashing addressable LEDs red when contact is detected. All posts relating to this project can be found below: Project inspirations: https://www.aesdes.org/2020/02/19/main-project-inspirations-wearable-technologies/ Project aesthetics: https://www.aesdes.org/2020/02/26/main-project-aesthetic-flat-design/ Project constraints: https://www.aesdes.org/2020/03/04/main-project-top-5-constraints-6/ Project design review…

Final Project Part 2: COVID Apparel

April 29, 2020

Jackson Hootman

Final Project Part 2 2020

Timeline As an overview, my project (COVID Apparel) involved developing interactive apparel that encourages social distancing during the COVID-19. The project timeline went largely as expected. The only noticeable changes were larger shipping times for electrical parts. COVID Apparel timeline The week of the Design Review will (3/09 – 3/15) was designated for ordering prototyping…

Final Project Part 1: COVID Apparel

April 19, 2020

Jackson Hootman

Final Project Part 1 2020

Inspiration For my final project this semester, I pursued wearable technology. For the functionality of the artifact I was first inspired by a collaboration with Levis and Google. Together, they designed a jacket for bicycle commuters that utilized conductive thread to recognize hand gestures. This meant you could control basic aspects of your phone just…

Construction Update: From Dopamine to COVID Apparel

April 15, 2020

Jackson Hootman

Main Project Construction Update 2020, Student Work

For my final project, I initially intended to create interactive apparel encouraging in-person interactions. Given the recent pandemic, I do not believe this project will have the positive impact I initially desired. With that in mind, I have decided to pivot, creating apparel that discourages contact (for the time being). The principles are the same…

My Aesthetic Roots: Flat Design

April 8, 2020

Jackson Hootman

Your Aesthetic Roots 2020

My main project, Dopamine, is intended to mimic the effects of a “like” on social media for real life interactions. As an example, your shirt lights up when you waive to someone else. Therefore, my project must utilize a similar aesthetic as those utilized on Instagram, Facebook, etc. One look that I will be particularity…

Favorite Youtube Design/Build Video: Adam Savage’s Custom NERF Rifle

April 1, 2020

Jackson Hootman

Favorite Youtube design/build videos 2020

I’m sure Adam Savage’s Tested Channel will be featured by multiple people for this blog post. I’m a big fan of his work, both the props he has designed for movies like Star Wars as well as his more recent independent projects. In this particular video, he modified a NERF rifle to give it a…

Design Review Part 2: Dopamine Interactive Apparel

March 15, 2020

Jackson Hootman

Design Review 2020 Part 2: Timeline and Logistics

Timeline As an overview, my project (Dopamine) will be developing interactive apparel that encourages real life interaction the same way social media encourages online interaction. Dopamine Timeline The week of the Design Review will be designated for ordering prototyping materials and practicing my sewing skills. These materials include LED breakout boards, microcontrollers, and inexpensive…

Design Review Part 1: Dopamine Interactive Apparel

March 7, 2020

Jackson Hootman

Design Review 2020 Part 1: Detailed Plans

Inspirations For my main project this semester, I will be pursing wearable technology. For the functionality of the artifact I was first inspired by a collaboration with Levis and Google. Together, they designed a jacket for bicycle commuters that utilized conductive thread to recognize hand gestures. This meant you could control basic aspects of your…

Interactive Apparel: Top 5 Constraints

March 4, 2020

Jackson Hootman

Top 5 Constraints 2020

For my project I will be creating interactive LED apparel. The project will require capacitive touch sensors and LED strips. As the development progress continues, it is important to determine the most significant constraints on the artifact. Aesthetic https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:The_Instagram_Logo.jpg Aesthetic constitutes a large constraint for this project. I will be utilizing flat design for…

Main Project Aesthetic: Flat Design

February 26, 2020

Jackson Hootman

Main Project Aesthetic 2020: plans and alternatives

For my final project, I will be creating interactive apparel. Specifically, I want to design a shirt that produces a light display when you high five, fist bump, or shake hands with someone else. This artifact will be designed to replicate the effects of a “like” on social media, the main difference being that this…

Main Project Inspirations: Wearable Technologies

February 19, 2020

Jackson Hootman

Main Project Inspirations 2020, Student Work

For my main project this semester, I want to pursue wearable technology. Electronics has always been an interest of mine, specifically how it can be used to interface directly with people. Wearable technology is a great example of this. Put simply, I hope to design worn technology that assists in and/or enhances the everyday tasks…

Upcycle Final Report: A Modern Take on Vintage Cigar Holders

February 10, 2020

Jackson Hootman

Upcycle Final Report 2020

Inspiration The original inspiration for my Upcycle project came from a Netflix show called The Repair Shop. The Repair Shop highlights the repair and improvement of vintage antiques and cherished family items. The Repair Shop: www.netflix.com. In one of the first episodes, a vintage music player/cigar holder was brought in for refurbishment. While the…

Upcycle Progress: Vintage Cigar Holder

February 6, 2020

Jackson Hootman

Upcycle Progress 2020

All materials for my upcycle project have been selected. I will be utilizing scrap quarter inch black acrylic for the majority of the construction. I have additionally found some scrap wooden rods with enough length to cut 12 six inch pieces. This is just under double what is required. Below is the CAD model I…

Upcycle Inspiration: Vintage Cigar Holder

January 29, 2020

Jackson Hootman

Upcycle Inspiration 2020

Upcycle

My Upcycle project was inspired by a show called The Repair Shop. The Repair Shop highlights the repair and improvement of vintage antiques and cherished family items. The Repair Shop: www.netflix.com In one of the first episodes, a vintage music player/cigar holder was brought in for refurbishment. While the musical aspect may not be…

Aesthetic Explorations: Tessellations

January 20, 2020

Jackson Hootman

Aesthetic Explorations 2020

Aesthetic Explorations, Tessellations

A tessellation refers to the repeated use of geometric tiles to fill a larger space without any gaps. In this way, tessellations combine both artistic ideals and mathematical problem solving. Initially though, tessellations served a more decorative purpose, dating back all the way to 4000 BCE where Sumerians utilized them in patterned clay walls [1].…