Shanze Fatima Javed
Week 1
In-class exercises
Getting started with my journey into the world of Rhino and 3D modeling has proven to be an exhilarating yet formidable endeavor. The completion of the my very first exercises in Rhino marked a series of trials and learning from errors, particularly for someone like me who was entering the domain of 3D modeling software for the very first time.
Initially, the intricate nature of the software and the extensive assortment of tools and possibilities at my disposal left me with a sense of mild intimidation when I started to work on the exercises. The fear of the unknown and the accompanying nervousness that accompanies the acquisition of an entirely new skillset were palpable. However, amidst the multifaceted challenges and uncertainties, a novel and invigorating excitement began to take root.
In this course, my objective extends beyond the mere acquisition of technical expertise. I endeavor to harness the infinite creative possibilities within the sphere of data and code, an odyssey marked by self-discovery, the surmounting of challenges, and the emergence as a skilled and innovative data coder and visualizer.
Reading prompt
The reading helps us to gain insights into how data merges with tangible items, captivating the reader. I found most thought provoking the fact that data lives in an abstract space until transformed, at which point it becomes more graspable. This leads us to ponder a fundamental question: Data visualization: Why is it crucial?
A crucial connection forms when data visualization links the two realms of abstract information and cognitive processing power. Transformation of data into images or objects makes it simpler to comprehend, captivating, and infused with significance. With this changeover, we are able to identify hidden aspects of data, such as elaborate structures, delicate tendencies, and involved associations.
When juxtaposing data physicalizations against digital visualizations, there lie various pros to the former’s approach. Engaging several senses at once, physical objects produce an all-encompassing experience leading to a more thorough comprehension and a longer-lasting effect. Through this integration, physicalization creates a link enabling us to better grasp intangible concepts. Fertile grounds foster innovation, allowing for imaginative methods of information conveyance that break conventions.
In my opinion, a flawless fusion between knowledge and attractiveness results in remarkable data visualizations and physicalizations. Visual displays that truly excel strike a balance between conveying the essential message and evoking an emotional response in the viewer through sensual appeal or intellectual stimulation. Artistic parallels abound when examining this dual function. Similarly to how art operates, data visualization can elicit powerful emotions and prompt contemplative thinking. Data visualization places great importance on maintaining impartiality, making sure that knowledge is conveyed without any personal agenda—in contrast to how artistic expression allows room for individual perspectives.