Learning about the infographic design has been enjoyable. I had fun making my own and could see myself doing more of that and becoming much better in the process.

These tough times we are facing are only temporary and we will become stronger on the other side. Thanks for being so understanding and supportive during these times.

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This infographic represents me because this is one of my childhood heroes. Being a Lakers fan growing up in the 90s, I idolized Kobe Bryant. During this pandemic we are experiencing, I purchased a basketball hoop to teach my seven year old daughter the game. We yell, “Kobe!” when we shoot the ball. #Girldad

Class has been hard to focus on these past couple weeks with everything happening in the world and spring break also being in the middle. Being home for weeks at a time with no where to go has been a different experience than anything I have ever had before.

I am happy for the time I get to spend with my family because of the pandemic, but I am ready to go back to work and get back in a normal routine of life. The audio assignment I submitted spoke about the hiatus of sports and how I am ready for that to start again as well.

This audio file represents me because it goes over how I am feeling, along with many others, without having sports on amid this corona virus pandemic we are currently facing. While I understand and agree with the hiatus of sports, it does not make it easier not having that outlet available during this time. Hopefully one day soon we can get back to a normalized society and back to not living in fear.

Class has been getting interesting with good information on how to record audio and how to take good photos and videos. Radio is something I have an interest in and learning audio tips if helpful.

Using videos and photos is probably something I will not use as much, but it is good to have the knowledge on how to do these tasks to be well-rounded.

This photo represents me because it is my daughter that is pictured at the beginning of this Girl Scout cookie season. She loves doing Girl Scouts and is passionate about selling cookies and meeting her goals. She was my inspiration to return to school three years ago to earn my degree. I used the rule of thirds in this photo as she is positioned in the middle third of the photo.

The class so far has been enjoyable and I am learning a lot about digital media and its nuances. The video lectures have been easy to follow and I feel they are a great source for getting prepared for the exams.

Going forward I hope to continue to be successful in the class and continue to learn about important information relevant to my future journalism and media career.

Be yourself; Everyone else is already taken.

— Oscar Wilde.

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