Source
a minimum of twenty examples of the research material (written below)
for each one of my two words with source links and critical analysis
where necessary.
WORD II//STRETCH
TASK I// OTHER RELATIVE WORDS
http://thesaurus.com/browse/stretch
1. Branch
2. Bridge
3. Distance
4. Expansion
5. Extension
6. Extent
7. Gamut
8. Orbit
9. Radius
10. Range
11. Reach
12. Region
13. Scope
14. Space
15. Span
16. Spread
17. Sweep
1. Branch
2. Bridge
3. Distance
4. Expansion
5. Extension
6. Extent
7. Gamut
8. Orbit
9. Radius
10. Range
11. Reach
12. Region
13. Scope
14. Space
15. Span
16. Spread
17. Sweep
18. Decrease
19. Deform
20. Elastic
21. Force
22. Increase
23. Strain
24. Tense
25. Unfold
19. Deform
20. Elastic
21. Force
22. Increase
23. Strain
24. Tense
25. Unfold
1. (Of something soft or elastic) Be made or be capable of being made longer or wider without tearing or breaking.
2. Pull (something) tightly from one point to another or across a space.
3. Last or cause to last longer than expected.
4. Make great demands on the capacity or resources of.
5. Cause (someone) to make maximum use of their talents or abilities.
6. Adapt or extend the scope of (something) in a way that exceeds a reasonable or acceptable limit.
7. Straighten or extend one's body or a part of one's body to its full length, typically so as to tighten one's muscles or in order to reach something.
8. Extend or spread over an area or period of time.
9. An act of stretching one's limbs or body
10. The capacity of a material or garment to stretch or be stretched; elasticity
11. A difficult or demanding task
12. A period of time spent in prison
14. To draw out or extend (oneself, a body, limbs, wings, etc.) to the full length or extent (often followed by out ): to stretch oneself out on the ground.
15. To extend, spread, or place (something) so as to reach from one point or place to another: to stretch a rope across a road.
16. To recline at full length (usually followed by out ): to stretch out on a couch.
17. To extend in time: His memory stretches back to his early childhood.
18. A continuous length, distance, tract, or expanse: a stretch of meadow.
19. To make taut; tighten: stretched the tarpaulin until it ripped.
20. To put to torture on the rack.
21. To wrench or strain (a muscle, for example).
22. To subject to undue strain: to stretch one's patience.
23. A continuous or unbroken length, area, or expanse: an empty stretch of highway.
24. Informal The last stage of an event, period, or process. (home stretch/home run)
25. If really necessary or in extreme circumstances ("at a stretch")
TASK III// RELATED OBJECTS (IMAGES)
1. ELASTIC BAND
http://www.chem1.com/acad/webtext/thermeq/TE-images/rubberbands.jpg
(Also called rubber bands) Stretchy rubber bands that are used to bind, gather and organise documents, papers, and various other materials.
2. YOGA
http://dimitrova.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/yoga-poses31.jpg
One of many yoga poses in which the body is stretched and manipulated in order to increase good health and flexibility in joints, muscles, etc.
3. STRETCH ARMSTRONG
One of many yoga poses in which the body is stretched and manipulated in order to increase good health and flexibility in joints, muscles, etc.
3. STRETCH ARMSTRONG
Classic 1990's toy, the Stretch Armstrong was the ultimate stress-relief toy... allowing you to stretch the rubber material of the toy (what felt like) infinitely.
Stretch limo automobiles- popular for VIP events and parties.
5. ABILITIES/TALENTS
Working hard to achieve great things in a task is often referring to as "stretching yourself" as you are pushing your capabilities to the limit.
6. REACH
Reaching for an object/item often requires your body to stretch- if unable to reach the height (eg, reaching for a book on the top shelf in a library).
7. STRETCH MARKS
Stretch marks (tiny white lines on the skin) often emerge from rapid growth or weight gain- commonly found on the stomach, hips, etc.
8. TRIPOD (EXPANSION//HEIGHT)
Tripod arms and legs "stretch" by expanding and heightening/widening for optimum photographic opportunities.
9. LYCRA
Lycra is a man-made fabric with body contour stretch- commonly used in leotards, sportswear and other skin-tight clothing.
10. REFLEXOLOGY
In relfexology, certain pressure points of the foot are squeezed, stretched and pinched to relieve aches
and stress ailments.
11. PREGNANCY
In pregnancy, the skin and uterus stretch to accommodate room for the baby growing inside the mother's body.
12. ELASTICATED WAIST
Elasticated waistbands are often designed into garments for comfort, or to fit a wide range of sizes and ages due to the stretch material used.
Stretched ears- where stretcher "plugs" are inserted into pierced ears, gradually increasing the mm size to widen and stretch the hole.
14. STRETCHERS (EARS)
Stretchers to be inserted into pierced ears to increase the size of the piercing hole.
15. LIP RING
Commonly used in African tribes, lip rings, like stretchers are used as a decorative body modification/art- stretching the diameter of the bottom lip.
16. STRETCH RACK (TORTURE IMPLEMENT//GRIM)
"The Rack" was a historical weapon of torture, to which it's victims would be tied up and stretched- breaking bones and dramatically deforming the body.
17. KERNING
Kerning- where the negative space between words is either increased or decreased- almost "stretching" the word to affect the visual communication and feel of what is being written/said.
18. CANVAS
Canvas material is stretched over wooden frames to showcase printed designs, or to be a surface to paint upon (traditionally used in Fine Art practice).
19. RUBBER
Rubber- a natural material with stretch and give- used in rubber rings, tires, etc.
20. SLINKY
The classic children's toy- the stretch of the slinky, with the aid of gravity helps it to bend, flex, move... and even cascade down a flight of stairs.
21. MOZZARELLA
The stringy Italian cheese, Mozzarella, when processed, increases it's stretchy, stringy texture.
22. LEGS
Stretching is important to prevent injury and/or muscle strain before exercising.
23. NYLON
Nylon is a stretchy, man made fabric, usually used, like Lycra, (see post above) in skin-tight or body contour garments and materials.
24. MUSCLES
Stretching muscles before and after exercising to help prevent any avoidable strain or injury that
may otherwise occur.
25. PILATES
Much like Yoga- Pilates is a low impact exercise which helps to increase flexibility (stretch) and cardio health.
TASK IV// SITUATIONS
1. Stretching an elastic band over a pile of documents/papers.
2. Stretching and flexing your body into a yoga position.
3. Two children pulling on the arms, legs and body to stretch the 90's classic toy, 'Stretch Armstrong'.
4. Stretch limo- "stretched" appearance automobile, usually used for VIP, events and parties.
5. "Stretching" your capabilities in a task- pushing yourself to achieve success/working hard.
6. Stretching up to reach a book on a top shelf of a bookcase.
7. Stretch marks- white pale lines that appear on the skin when it is stretched through growth/weight gain.
8. Stretching and expanding a tripod to make the legs wider apart/more balanced/to make the camera positioning higher, etc.
9. Lycra is a stretchy, man made fabric- usually used for skin-tight clothing such as leotards or body contour evening dresses.
10. Stretching and manipulating the skin on the feet and the muscles in reflexology.
11. In pregnancy the uterus and stomach (appearance) stretch to accommodate room for the growing baby.
12. Elasticated waistbands stretch to provide more room and comfort in the garment.
13. Stretched ears- a fashion statement, enlarging the holes in pierced ears with plugs and jewellery.
14. Stretchers- worn in pierced ears to increase and stretch the hole size.
15. Lip ring- used in (largely) African tribes to increase and stretch the size of the lip.
16. Stretch rack- used in Medieval and historical examples of torture to stretch the torture victim- breaking bones/spine, etc.
17. Kerning increases and decreases the negative space around letterforms in a word- almost a stretching action with negative and positive kerning.
18. Stretching canvas over a wooden frame for a printed image or fine art (painting onto a canvas).
19. Rubber is a stretchy, natural material- used in clothing, tires, etc.
20. 'Slinky' is the iconic children's toy- can be stretched, thrown and sprung to manipulate it's shape and movement (with the aid of gravity).
21. Mozzarella- the stringy, stretchy Italian cheese- often manipulated and handled throughout various processes to add stretchiness and mealtime novelty.
22. Stretching legs (and muscles) before an athlete runs a race to warm up the muscles.
23. Nylon- similar to Lycra, a stretchy, man made fabric- body tight- used to create a slimline silhouette.
24. Stretching muscles with warm up exercises before a work out to ensure no muscles are pulled or strained.
25. Similar to yoga- Pilates is an gentle stretching exercise for the body.
TASK V// TYPEFACES (X3 PT SIZES)
Experimenting
with various typefaces to visually communicate my word- with three
different point sizes- 10pt (average book/magazine pt), 30pt (mid way),
and 72pt (1 inch measure on the page).
