INDUSTRY:
ART & DESIGN
CLIENT:
GRANITE VISIONS
YEAR:
2023
EXPERIENCE:
3D MODELING
Stone Mind
about.
Stone Mind is a unique 3D design project that brings together the concept of a human head, sculpted from meticulously arranged digital stones. Inspired by traditional sculpture, this model captures the essence of natural durability and artistry. The goal was to blend classic sculptural form with digital techniques, creating a design with depth and aesthetic appeal. The final model was optimized for product photography, resulting in impactful visuals that could be used in marketing, advertising, or art portfolios.
challenge.
The primary challenge in this project was to achieve a realistic stone texture that would evoke a tangible, physical presence while maintaining accurate human proportions and detail. Each “stone” had to be carefully placed and adjusted for visual harmony. The model also needed to be adapted for photography, requiring a precise balance of light and shadow to capture every texture and detail in the final images.
results.
wireframes & usability test.
final iteration - homepage
final iteration - nook phone screen
User Testing Results Notes:
Home Screen should have a pointer cursor to help guide users even more for user friendly interface, along with highlighting the next potential action/button. We could also stack the time and date for less clutter of text on top for a less overwhelming UI.
Nook Phone Screen will have the same pointer cursor from the home screen to be able to select and remove tasks on this screen. To divide tasks a line was also added to categorize tasks. A button on the bottom has also been added to add more tasks.
final design
Home Screen
Nook Phone Screen
Selected accessible, colorblind-friendly palettes while keeping the game’s style intact.
Simplified navigation flows to reduce cognitive overload.
Redesigned inventory and menu layouts to improve ease of use.
