Portfolio

Fall 2023

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BINARY A sleek kettle composed of two primary

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Ideation

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Most of the intial concepts were centered around the idea of a form with two primary elements.

Sketch Models...

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Functions

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Spout The outer case extends further than the body to create a spout for water to slide out of

2.

Heat Protection The case covers the body adding an extra layer of protection for unmindful children

3.

On top of the main body is a spring-loaded lid that pops open when you push down on the the indented indicator.

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Scale Window The back of the case has a gap that serves as a seamless opening for the glass scale pannel

Model Photos

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NESTED Two-In-One Salt and Pepper Grinder

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IDEATION

After many iterations, I composed three concepts involving a two-in-one salt and pepper grinder.

Revolving Grinder

Molcajete Inspired

Grip Design

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Developement

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With the three main concepts, the models were narrowed down to the iterations seen on the bottom left.

Refinement

Much of the refinemnt was spent on getting the proportion of the lip on the head correct

The golden rectangle was used to define measurements of key elements

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Function

Turn either corresponding grinder to realease the salt or pepper

The pepper grinder is nested inside of the enveloping salt grinder where pepper is released from the holes on top whereas the salt comes through opening between the two

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Details

The wood makes for a rustic feel that will sit nicely at a table while the contrasting dark and white oak finish indicate their use

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Rendering

Dimensions

Sneaker Designs

I create footwear concepts for athletic performance and lifestyle comfort while appealing visually to casual consumers.

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Visual Communication

Illustrations are made with a variety of techniques such as perspective, shading, and linework with mediums from photoshop to hand drawn.

Seth Johnson | sjhuskerfan@gmail.com | 913-908-3048

Seth Johnson | sjhuskerfan@gmail.com | 913-908-3048

Seth Johnson | sjhuskerfan@gmail.com | 913-908-3048