Sept 12 revision

I grew up quickly.

Encouraged to believe, I took my first steps and walked toward expectation. not knowing I was meant to run,

The life I was told to live.

But I was nervous.

Every step I left behind began to fade until I was divided.

Half gone and half approaching.

I began to wonder.

Were there many ways forward but only one way back? What was it that I came for? 

I was only told to be great.

I saw so little.

I began on the word of others and forgot what I could do myself.

And when I finally  stopped I became something else.

But I looked back and saw so little that I couldnt see.

And after I fulfilled their goals

I lost mine. 

Inspirations

Tone:

https://vimeo.com/114129481

https://vimeo.com/96859342


https://vimeo.com/93052696

Poem rough Sept 6

I was told to be great

They walked with trepidation but they did not give

From expectation they grew into the life they were told to live 

Encouraged to believe they crawl forward one by one

not knowing they were meant to run 

The pressure's compacting

confusion impacting

it forces reacting

But they are adapting.

They lie at night thinking "this is what we wanted."

And how could I think they're lying? Im still trying

I was told to be great

And I worked hard to earn their fate.

And after I fulfilled their goals, success undefined,

I lost mine. 

Artist Statement part 2

I have stated before that I became a digital media artist because I wanted to "bring my ideas to life." While this is still a driving factor for anyone in the motion media field, the reason I became a digital artist is because I have something to say. Digital art still is one of the best mediums for spreading works over the internet and whether or not I become internationally recognized, the most important thing to me is putting myself and my work out there, building a portfolio, and reaching for my goals.

I want to be an animation or an art director. I've listed both of these because they both take years of experience in the animation and film field and illustration, design or film field respectively. Having my goal be a job that requires time spent in the industry is beneficial to me as I'd actively seek out relevant experiences and positions to coincide with these careers.

After years in career in either of these, my final, biggest aspiration can be realized; to start my own animation studio. Animation directors are required to be well knowledgable in every step of the animation and creation process, working right with the overall production director. Art directors also need to know the creation process as well as management skills and an eye for style. If I build several years of networking and experience in these jobs, I am confident that I will be able to start my own business.


My idea for BFA is one that would showcase my ability to animate, stylistic vision, use of multiple art platforms, and propensity for compelling stories. Just as I have big dreams, I also have big fears. My BFA will examine the pressure to succeed and the fear of failure. For those out there who have ever aimed for a goal they feel is out of reach, felt anxious about the future or when making plans, this film is for them. It questions why there's so much pressure to succeed and why we need it.

Sept. 1 pitch

Hi my name is Alison Johnson. I, like many of you, have big dreams and aspire to do great things in life. My BFA will examine the pressure to succeed and the fear of failure.

I plan to create a visual poem that focuses on the the underdogs in a society that values winners and victory. I want the words to be an insight into why we feel we must succeed and challenge the value of success.
The images will marry with the words in a complimentary fashion that stays critical while also asking why we acknowledge certain levels of accomplishment and disregard others. It will not be a straight forward narrative, rather, the combination of words and visuals will contribute multiple layers of comprehension and perception.

I would like to go with a more somber tone but not without hope; the visuals will provide a positivity to the introspective, almost analytical words.

My target audience is anyone old enough to feel anxious about the future or aiming for a goal they feel is out of reach. I want them to take a harder look on why they put that pressure on themselves to rise up and remind them that they're not alone.

The themes I am dealing with are society values and self esteem.

This project relates to my larger career goals by combining multiple forms of art, showcasing my proficiency in abstract forms of animation, and getting a point across with words and animation.