WCPS Media Expo
Interactive Website Grades 6-8
Entry #:
510
Student:
Kaia Faye James
Entry Title:
Kaia Faye James Portfolio
Project Description:
I have entered a personal portfolio of work to display some of the art I've been working on over the last year. I created this website in anticipation of going into the Digital Media program at Worcester Technical High School. I am hoping the teachers can review it and help me to improve my design work during the program of study.
I used the program Canva to create the website. It's free and has most of the functionality you would want in a website. I would prefer the website be broken into individual pages, but Canva only allows for websites to be continuously scrolling. Because my portfolio site is simple, I think it is still a great presentation of my work.
I edited the text and colors to be very simple so that the site would highlight my artwork. I added the navigation menu to make it user-friendly. I also added an "About Me" page to highlight my singing, acting, and extracurricular activities. I plan to develop the About Me page in the future with my resume and additional singing and acting clips,
Project Directions:
The URL should be copied and pasted into a trusted browser like Chrome or Safari. The website is made with Canva, which only allows for a continuously scrolling website. It does however have a navigation menu that will jump to each page.
Click the button for the full size photo or complete project.
Judging Criteria
Creativity/Originality
Creativity and Originality: The project demonstrates a unique concept and showcases the creator's perspective in developing the interactive media project. The approach taken shows inventiveness and creativity in its execution.
Subject Matter: The content chosen is relevant and engaging, and it is presented in a way that captures the audience's attention through innovative techniques that enhance the overall experience.
Organization/Structure
Layout and Design: The arrangement of elements within the project is well thought out, including the visual hierarchy, navigation, and overall flow of content. Interactive elements are clearly visible, intuitive, and function reliably.
Usability: The project is easy to navigate, offering clear instructions and accessible design that allows users to interact with the media smoothly and efficiently.
Overall Effectiveness/Presentation
Technical Proficiency: The project demonstrates a high level of functionality and responsiveness, adhering to web standards and best practices. The site or media production effectively communicates the intended purpose in a visually appealing, neat, and creative manner.
User Engagement: The interactive media captivates the user's interest by offering compelling content and interactive elements, such as hyperlinks and embedded media, that enhance the user experience.
Appropriate Design Techniques/Resources
Visual Design: The project effectively uses visual elements like color, typography, fonts, graphics, and icons to create an aesthetically pleasing and engaging experience for users.
Embedded Links and Resources: Hyperlinks and multimedia elements are integrated skillfully to enrich the content, providing additional information or context to enhance the user's understanding and experience.