Chris Boakes
ZZZZZ
http://www.fivezs.comZZZZZ is an online, full screen, flash-based, interactive narrative. It incorporates green-screened video with photographic, typographic and illustrative elements. The story is set in a fictional world called Deep Sleep in which colour has been taken away- the object is to bring colour back as you progress through the narrative.
About me
I have enjoyed studying Interactive Media because it has provided me with the knowledge and freedom to hone my creativity in a relaxed and mentally stimulating environment. It has not only allowed me acquire a diverse skill-set but has also allowed me to develop in the areas of interactive media which I find the most interesting - actionscript experimentation paired with visual and motion graphics design. As well as completing my course I have been part-time freelancing for about a year for a graphic design agency in Bournemouth, which has furthered my knowledge but also provided me with the ability to apply this knowledge in a real working environment.
Aside from media I mainly enjoy music and traveling. So my aspirations for the future involve professionally developing a career in interactive media (hopefully within the realms of flash design) and on the side furthering my interest in music and traveling when possible.
Specialties
Actionscript 3, Papervision, Visual design using Photoshop and motion graphics using After Effects, XHTML/CSS
