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ISHRAQ

Multidisciplinary Designer




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Project Four |  2023

Dissolution: Entwined Realities


Project
Tackling Complex Challenges Using Visuals & Animation


Role
Motion Designer, AnimatorDescription
Final thesis submitted to Parsons School of Design is an animation that tackles the complexity of visualizing such an abstract concept as quantum and depicts the juxtaposition of classical and quantum worlds. By creating a visual narrative of these two realms, the film takes viewers into an exploration of how advancements in future technologies such as quantum can both expand our horizons and challenge our perception of the world and the meaning of life.


Takeaway
My final thesis project was a profound lesson in the power of visual storytelling to translate the abstract into the tangible. The primary challenge, and my most significant takeaway, was learning how to effectively represent a concept as complex and elusive as quantum mechanics. This process taught me the immense value of cross-disciplinary experimentation. Before settling on animation, I explored printmaking, coding, and even fashion design, which allowed me to build a rich visual vocabulary and a deeper understanding of the subject from multiple perspectives.

This project solidified my belief that design is not merely about aesthetics; it is a critical tool for asking big questions, making complex ideas accessible, and encouraging a sense of humility and curiosity in the face of the unknown.

Concept Statement
"Dissolution" challenges viewers to contemplate the nature of reality, the limits of human comprehension, and the search for meaning in an increasingly complex world where the boundaries between classical and quantum realms blur. The film encourages reflection on the implications of scientific progress and the role of human agency in making sense of our experiences, as we continue to explore the fascinating world of quantum mechanics.
Handbook

Design Challenge
The main challenge as I started this project was, how can I effectively represent such an abstract and complex topic as quantum mechanics in a visually compelling and thought-provoking manner? After experimenting with different approaches such as printmaking, simulating quantum circuits and creating blurry effects in coding, and bringing the quantum concept into fashion, I decided to choose animation as my medium which I could incorporate and showcase multiple experimental elements as a source of inspiration for viewers.
Storyboard
Visal Exploration
Analogy
The analogy of going through a wormhole was a way to illustrate the concept of how our perception and understanding of reality can become blurry and distorted as we enter unknown territories. Just as traveling through a wormhole can cause distortion in space-time, the process of speeding up our understanding of the quantum world can create new challenges and uncertainties that we are not yet equipped to deal with.
We should approach the quantum world with a sense of humility and openness to the unknown, and that there is always more to learn and discover.

Thesis Submitted to
Parsons School of Design - The New School
https://parsons.edu/dt-2023/dissolution-entwined-realities-2/
                          

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