Project 4: Webventure

https://lubo4930.wixsite.com/luke-s-webventure

Artist Statement: For my final project, I decided to piggyback off my idea for Project 3. When starting a new project I always need to solidify a theme in my head. This allows me to visualize what the final outcome may look like. This is the beginning stage of my process and I truly believe it helps me narrow my mental image down as I make progress. This project was no different as I started with a simple feeling; Nostalgia. A lot of things in this world give me nostalgia, but not many rivals that of the video games I played as a child. They didn't make up my entire childhood and most of the time I was not allowed to play these games, but I think this feeling of exclusivity that this gave, heightened the feeling of nostalgia. I can't help but feel nostalgic when seeing imagery related to games like Super Mario, Pokemon, Pac-Man, Sonic, and even Dig Dug. These games made up such special memories during my childhood that I feel I should pay them some sort of respect through my art. For this project, I wanted to create a journey where the traveler can see how each of these games was important to me. I did this through the inclusion of riddles. I think having that barrier to entry was reminiscent of the chores or sports practice I had to endure before I was able to play video games. I think this is a common memory among lots of us and I wanted to touch upon that. I hope you enjoy playing the game!