More Appraisal Comments

Comments From Others To Adrianna:

YOUR COMMENTS TO OTHERS:

REPORTS BY ADRIANNA

 

THE GUITAR PROJECT Ð Michael

The use of white space makes this project truly dynamic. Use of the concept Òless is moreÓ within the graphics and colour schemes allows for the viewer to clearly understand the content. Simplicity seems to be the key in the projects overall look and feel, which in no doubt works quite well.

I would however, like to point out a small suggestion on the use of the colour blue; because an electric guitar is such an energetic, vibrant and lively instrument, the use of a blue hue and its tones tends to diminish this energy as blue in itself is a very cool colour which gives a calm effect to the overall feel. ÔEnergyÕ by content and ÔcalmÕ by appearance may not necessarily work as well as a colour red or orange would, perhaps. Red tends to bring out the power and energy wherever it is used, and it is only my small opinion that a touch of red or a vibrant orange would bring out the content of this project to a higher level of interest.

The navigation is clear to understand and is easy to use through the use of mouse rollovers. The sub-navigation in each section should also rollover to a different coloured text just to keep things consistent and easy browse thorough. The animation in the project works well and provides greater entertainment.

Overall, the project is well done and easy to navigate through and the understanding of what the project is about through graphical representations as well as the content is reached very clearly. Well done.

HAIDRESSERS Ð Anna Veloso

The introduction is very effective through the use of the black/white graphics and animations. It makes the viewer pay attention to what is to follow. The final coloured screen works well as the main focus of the project. Being the only coloured feature just after the intro, it truly draws attention to itself. The magazine layout was a great idea, where else can you find the good and the bad hairdoÕs, but in magazines!

The navigation layout is very clear to understand. The graphics in each section are very well done and really go well with the overall look. I thoroughly enjoyed each section!

The only criticism I would make lies within the quiz part. I would have liked to see a bit more colour. I was taken by the look of the entire project, however with the quiz I felt that it lacked the same attention of graphics. Perhaps the emphasis could be on the question in a typeface such as ÔcurlsÕ, or perhaps a background graphic, to make the overall quiz page fit more within the style of the overall project.

Overall this was fantastic! Well done!

THE DYNASTY Ð David T

Although I was attracted to the entry of the project, I wasnÕt initially sure whether this is an animated introduction, which I am to watch, or whether I was to click on something. Things tended to move rather slowly in the main title of the project, which drew my focus away from having to grasp the fact that I needed to click on the square.

Because I am a fanatic for colour, I loved the screen that followed with the coloured buttons placed onto the map. The use of mouse rollovers told me that they are buttons and links, however I would also like to have known where they would take me if I have clicked on them prior to clicking.

The green leads to the Ôshoot the dudes behind the rockÕ game no doubt. It is a fun game, however you may notice that even when you shoot the rocks you get points scored. I think I got the highest score ever! The blue section was a little confusing, although I believe it is another game to play.

The use of graphics and sketches and the style of drawings are very effective and suit the subject matter quite well. The overall style of the project is really seen in the yellow section with the historical backgrounds of what the project is about. Although I enjoyed the way you have structured and captured the events, I wasnÕt sure where to click to follow on to the next screen. It took me a while to figure out the top squares are the next and back links. Perhaps, to make things easier, on the roll over, a small arrow could appear showing you in which direction you will be taken into? I loved the flashlight effect!!

I thoroughly enjoyed the story telling of the last section. I didnÕt pick the right sward! (Is there a right sward?... I picked on all three and always wrong)

I was however; a little confused as to where I was supposed to click on the main imagesÉI was clicking everywhere. Perhaps there could be a better indication of a link rather than the mouse-hand cursor effect, which seemed to be showing on whole images rather than sections.

Overall, it is an impressive piece of work with fantastic graphics. Although the navigation could be clearer I thoroughly enjoyed the storyline behind the overall project. The games made the project all the more interesting and kept me entertained at all times.

JOURNEY Ð Eve & Bona

The style and use of graphics and illustrations evoked great initial interest. Although I wasnÕt too sure where I was to click and what I was supposed to experience. I searched frantically with the mouse for any links, I was a little disappointed to have clicked the heart link and not be taken somewhere. Is there another link from the heart? Then, when searching for the next item I have found the wallet.

The point I would like to make on the next screen is that although the graphics are very consistent, the fonts do not suit the style and overall feel of the illustrations. I would have liked to see a very gothic looking font or one that resembles a very old typewriting Ð a font, which would match the overall look of the scene.

I would also like to have read an explanation or some kind of introductory phrase at the initial scene, which described what the overall project is about. Having seen it fully I am still a little confused as to its main theme.

The illustrative graphics, as I have stated before are very nicely precented and kept consistent which makes this project interesting.

Overall a great piece of work, however I would like to suggest a tiny elimination of confusion through the use of descriptive short phrases to emphasise main points of the project or scene.

MIGRATION WORK Ð Sonya +

Although I was interested in the initial graphics and look of the project, I could not hear the words, as the music sound was too loud. I feel that the voice for this project should be more dynamic. Perhaps a male voice? You could emphasise words more instead of making things sound as though you are reading them out. The introduction section could have been shorter as the viewer tends to get distracted.

Labelling of sections could be taken into account to allow the user to understand each section more thoroughly.

The graphical layouts are nicely presented and kept consistent which adds to the interest of the overall look. Although the graphics are highly representational the project lacks common navigation. The user is unaware of the linked space. Perhaps more labelling of space would be appropriate with the use of a common font throughout, which would reflect the background type-writings of the scenes.

Overall, you are using a great subject matter for the project. You have captured the graphical implementations within the layout quite nicely. The only suggestion I would propose is to make the navigation more apparent and the use of labelling of sections delicately would be of great help for the user to interact with the project on a higher level.

MISSING OR UNABLE TO VIEW

Eleanor: I am unable to find the file in the nm4 folder on the server. Is there anywhere else that the file has been placed?

Matthew: I couldnÕt open your file for the life of me. Sorry but I am unable to give a report on the one singular page that does open.

Greg: Same as with Matthew, I am unable to locate your file. I can open a presentation file, which gives me an initial idea of the project but nothing concrete enough to give you feedback on.

ADRIANNA

because you guys have not been able to receive my discs on time, I might put my project onto the Internet for a few days so that you guys can give me some feedback. The files will be stored under www.fsw.com.au/adrianna within the next 20 minutes or so. Please write !!!!! The files are quite big so you may actually want to download the whole project onto your computers first...otherwise you may make yourself a cup of nice coffee and wait :o)