Taylor Jones
Taylor Jones
  • 25
  • 53 004
Is arts/design University worth it? I'm not sure...
I am now entering my 3rd (+ final) year of University. When I finish, I will have ~£50,000 worth of debt. So... is it worth the time, the effort and the money in order to get a degree?
This is an extract I had with a fellow design student, Raunak. I hope that it helps you to form your own opinion on the matter!
Переглядів: 602

Відео

Falmouth Uni vs Willem de Kooning - How do they compare?
Переглядів 4554 роки тому
Now that I have studied at both Falmouth Uni (UK) and Willem de Kooning Academie (NL), how do they compare? This is an extract from a conversation I had with a fellow design student, Raunak. Perhaps it will encourage you to take an Erasmus exchange too - I highly recommend that you do!
Launchpad: Halfway review
Переглядів 684 роки тому
Discussing the biggest things I've learned already, biggest struggles I'm currently facing and best resources I've found so far!
Launchpad #5 - Ikigai
Переглядів 744 роки тому
Launchpad #5 - Ikigai
Launchpad #4 - What value?
Переглядів 184 роки тому
Launchpad #4 - What value?
Launchpad #3 - Financial targets
Переглядів 224 роки тому
Launchpad #3 - Financial targets
Launchpad #2 - Defining brand values
Переглядів 274 роки тому
Launchpad #2 - Defining brand values
Launchpad #1 - Setting goals and metrics
Переглядів 354 роки тому
Launchpad #1 - Setting goals and metrics
Launchpad: Starting a business from scratch in 14 days
Переглядів 624 роки тому
Hello! For the next 2 weeks, I will be launching a product business from scratch. The whole process will be documented here on UA-cam, for anybody to see. I am also making my digital workspace available to the public for anybody to see: taylorjones.space/index.php/projects/launchpad/ Timeline: From 15.06.2020 - to 26.06.2020 Why am I doing this? I want to get better at solving problems in the r...
My design proposal was rejected by the client - again.
Переглядів 2524 роки тому
Hi there - today I had a design proposal rejected by the client. My duty is to serve them... but it can be surprisingly emotional when they decide not to use your work in the way you imagined. In this video I break down why this rejection has left me feeling so de-motivated and frustrated.
Breaking down anxiety: 5 questions to ask yourself
Переглядів 984 роки тому
Hello - here I share a method that I have been using recently to break down anxiety when it becomes too big, gnarly and dreadful to manage... in just 5 simple questions. Here is the blog post in which I first describe my dread, how I dealt with it, and a few examples: www.taylorjones.space/journal/a-deep-pit-of-dread-emotional-exercise-to-overcome-anxiety/
Untangling messy feelings: An emotional exercise (Philosophical Meditation)
Переглядів 674 роки тому
Hi! I want to share an exercise that I have been doing a lot lately to decipher my feelings and begin taking action on them. It is known as ‘Philosophical Meditation’ (taken from ‘Emotional Intelligence’ by The School of Life)
How I manage my emails: 60 seconds
Переглядів 564 роки тому
Hello! I’ve spent lots and lots of time overwhelmed by 1000s of emails, and spent lots and lots of time figuring out how to focus on the important things. This is how I do it! (Using Apple Mail, but can be replicated in Gmail others)
Recording my routines every day in lockdown - what have I learned?
Переглядів 1214 роки тому
Every day since quarantine began, I have been recording planning my days on post-it notes. By doing this, I've learned a lot about which routines make me feel fulfilled, and how to structure my days accordingly. This was my 3rd attempt to record the video. In my efforts to get it perfect, I ended up frustrated! I'm trying to make less-perfect videos from now on... so that I will stop relying on...
Rotterdam is beautiful
Переглядів 2804 роки тому
For the first 4 weeks of my time in Rotterdam, the city felt huge, cold and hostile. Now I am starting to find familiarity, comfort, places of calmness... and suddenly, Rotterdam is a beautiful place to live.
Did having 'influence' on social media damage my mental health?
Переглядів 1004 роки тому
Did having 'influence' on social media damage my mental health?
UK → NL: What is Rotterdam + WdKA really like?
Переглядів 8 тис.4 роки тому
UK → NL: What is Rotterdam WdKA really like?
Freelance designer - How I price projects
Переглядів 2574 роки тому
Freelance designer - How I price projects
How I design layouts - Editorial Design timelapse
Переглядів 13 тис.5 років тому
How I design layouts - Editorial Design timelapse
The portfolio that got me into uni - Graphic Design
Переглядів 29 тис.5 років тому
The portfolio that got me into uni - Graphic Design
The start is always the hardest part
Переглядів 3395 років тому
The start is always the hardest part
How can you save lives? - EAPenryn
Переглядів 1165 років тому
How can you save lives? - EAPenryn
Why computers will take our place at the top of the food chain. | The AI Revolution
Переглядів 435 років тому
Why computers will take our place at the top of the food chain. | The AI Revolution
Climate Change: Where are we now?
Переглядів 495 років тому
Climate Change: Where are we now?
Design for Social Change - My Manifesto on Social Design
Переглядів 3455 років тому
Design for Social Change - My Manifesto on Social Design

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @inesbarreiro3659
    @inesbarreiro3659 9 днів тому

    hello! my teacher showed your video in my class today

  • @venkateshmishra9254
    @venkateshmishra9254 3 місяці тому

    thanks mate

  • @cecilymason470
    @cecilymason470 4 місяці тому

    Thank you so much for this info this school is one of my options for when I apply to study graphic design abroad.

  • @maizow5895
    @maizow5895 5 місяців тому

    Raunak is such an active listener

  • @Akiravids
    @Akiravids 8 місяців тому

    Thank you sooo much for the advice , i am working on a portfolio right now for college submission and ual submission for the 10th of this month

  • @kubolor1234
    @kubolor1234 9 місяців тому

    Watched this high...brought tears to my eyes.

  • @Shaheer7X
    @Shaheer7X 9 місяців тому

    Can I include personal projects in my design portflio for university? Like an illustration of a friend or a poster for a friend? Or is that too personal. ?? And would I have to give them credit I I include a reference picture of them and stuff? Thanks!

  • @MemberServices-sr7if
    @MemberServices-sr7if Рік тому

    Super helpful!

  • @noorriyadhi863
    @noorriyadhi863 Рік тому

    Thnks for ur video..good

  • @elaniebieldt2532
    @elaniebieldt2532 Рік тому

    Thank you for this video, it was really helpful to see what a graphic design portfolio (that was successful!) looks like. Coming from an illustration background, I've struggled to know what to put into my graphic design portfolio, since it's not just about drawings and art anymore. This was very insightful, you have a great way of explaining everything and you are clear and to the point. Thank you!

  • @aayushidoshi1115
    @aayushidoshi1115 Рік тому

    I finally found a good portfolio to look at! Thankyou!

  • @roomforone
    @roomforone Рік тому

    how did you get your graphic design work out there that you managed to get companies to reach out to you? and where would be a good place to start? thx :)

  • @henrycheney9602
    @henrycheney9602 Рік тому

    Been looking for something like this, thanks for sharing 🙌🙌🙌

  • @axelinderbitzin462
    @axelinderbitzin462 2 роки тому

    Typography and white spaces are two of the most difficult subjects of design that I came across. But white spaces are the most difficult for most people. Everybody wants to have everything full of and spilling content. They see white spaces as a waste.

  • @sharmeenzariwala3048
    @sharmeenzariwala3048 2 роки тому

    If we don't have a website, is behance profile suitable?

  • @Xehhm
    @Xehhm 2 роки тому

    Hi! Is it possible for someone to apply from a south Asian country? I am really interested in the fine art bachelors program.

  • @nitika6204
    @nitika6204 2 роки тому

    I have a huge fear of starting too Thanks for inspiring and leading by example.

  • @soolenia9844
    @soolenia9844 2 роки тому

    I feel you my friend, hope you’re doing well

  • @catchingfeelings2691
    @catchingfeelings2691 2 роки тому

    Please make more vdos like this ! I love it.

  • @forniteisfun6355
    @forniteisfun6355 2 роки тому

    You are such a legend ❤️❤️❤️

  • @Peacefulness-AM
    @Peacefulness-AM 2 роки тому

    thanks for this video it has helped me so much !

  • @victoriamarinova316
    @victoriamarinova316 2 роки тому

    This video was very helpful! Totally agree with everything you said. Ty for taking the time to make this video 🌼

  • @septembersage6438
    @septembersage6438 2 роки тому

    hi- i need desperate help as the deadline is in 4 days. I’m applying for graphic design but i left school last year so they can’t help. because im applying for an artistic course, they say i need a portfolio but i don’t know if i’m meant to attach that to the ucas application or prepare it if o get accepted for an interview. what do i dooooo ahhh

  • @stevensexton7038
    @stevensexton7038 2 роки тому

    Sounds more like progressivism

  • @rediateengda3661
    @rediateengda3661 2 роки тому

    One of best video I ever seen in UA-cam I give you my personal Oscar for you

  • @minfarheen3920
    @minfarheen3920 2 роки тому

    I have 5 months left to make a portfolio which is quite alot of time.. I just recently got into graphic designing and am still trying to understand the course.. Am pretty confused on how to make a portfolio as i haven't really gotten any chances related to desigining. For someone with 0 experience how do I make a portfolio like I need to give a description about each one of the designs just like u did but I am just going to start making these designs without any specific reason or any work so how should I describe my work?? idk if u understood what I wanted to ask 😅 but at this point I feel like I won't be able to do this course even if i really want to do it 🥲

  • @valeriyapetrova2724
    @valeriyapetrova2724 2 роки тому

    i might redo all my portfolio now

  • @zazazakaria1937
    @zazazakaria1937 2 роки тому

    nice work

  • @MeaghanMorton
    @MeaghanMorton 3 роки тому

    I loved watching the process. I think my favorite was the spread with the triptych and the spread with the yellow and stylized 01!

    • @taylorjones3171
      @taylorjones3171 3 роки тому

      Thank you for watching, and commenting! Best of luck with your Media History class :))

  • @lienhoa_12
    @lienhoa_12 3 роки тому

    So relaxing, love it❤

  • @damianbowles2730
    @damianbowles2730 3 роки тому

    I’ve been doing graphic design for the past 2 years, I’m a little worried because next year I really want to go to uni and do a graphic design course but I don’t currently take an A level in an art subject, would this be an issue?

    • @taylorjones3171
      @taylorjones3171 3 роки тому

      No problem! I did not study ANY artistic / creatives subjects at A-level or even GCSE. I have zero creative qualifications. But I had a portfolio, and the confidence to talk about my work, and that was enough :)) give it a shot! You have nothing to lose!

  • @danlyu7169
    @danlyu7169 3 роки тому

    beautiful bgm

    • @taylorjones3171
      @taylorjones3171 3 роки тому

      Haha thank you! I can't take credit for that...

  • @lmdsn
    @lmdsn 3 роки тому

    ah falmouth wanted me to travel 300 miles for an interview

    • @taylorjones3171
      @taylorjones3171 3 роки тому

      They also want you to move there and study full-time for 3 years of your life! Uni is a big commitment - but it’s really valuable

  • @fgefdahf
    @fgefdahf 3 роки тому

    Hi Taylor, I applied to the WDKA for this year and i want to know where you looked for a room/ flat/ or student residence, wich you recoment to me amd where I can look for it. Thank you

    • @taylorjones3171
      @taylorjones3171 3 роки тому

      Hi Ferran! I looked in a lot of Facebook groups (search ‘Rotterdam housing’ on Facebook) but these groups are mostly apartments looking to fill 1 bedroom, and I had already agreed to move in with 2 other international students, so we found a whole apartment to ourselves via a private landlord. There’s not really an easy way to do it - you just need to look at lots of options, figure out what is important to you, and grab something that matches!

  • @sandrafajuyigbe3136
    @sandrafajuyigbe3136 3 роки тому

    For portfolios for university, do you need an about me page? or just the projects you have worked on? I have been creating my own portfolio but still unsure how to structure the content of the portfolio? Any advice would be great thank you

    • @taylorjones3171
      @taylorjones3171 3 роки тому

      Hi Sandra! I think that depends. If you are creating a physical portfolio to share at an interview, then there is no need for a section about you - because you will be in the room to introduce yourself. But, if you are submitting a digital portfolio / website, then the person who receives your portfolio would probably be pleased to learn a little more about you from an ‘about me’ section. Some people feel like their work speaks for itself, and so they want people to focus on the work. Other people feel that their personality is an important part of their work, and so it becomes necessary to show your personality! There’s no right answer - just what’s right for you.

    • @sandrafajuyigbe3136
      @sandrafajuyigbe3136 3 роки тому

      @@taylorjones3171, thank you for responding back to me. It means a lot because it's really pushing me in the right direction.

  • @robzsarmy5471
    @robzsarmy5471 3 роки тому

    Are you from Norwich ?

  • @fabiandew5510
    @fabiandew5510 3 роки тому

    Hi taylor, do you have a discord or a ig so i could ask you some questions?

    • @taylorjones3171
      @taylorjones3171 3 роки тому

      Hey Fabian! Thanks for being patient with me - you can find me on Instagram at @teejay.ai

  • @junazuranoob6192
    @junazuranoob6192 3 роки тому

    Your portfolio just give me idea of how am I suppose to set up my portfolio. That I just feeling stress and nervous before I have to submit it before summer. That I able to see what I suppose and not suppose to do. thanks

    • @taylorjones3171
      @taylorjones3171 3 роки тому

      Thank you for watching - and I’m pleased you got some useful ideas from it :))

  • @ZeeFarAway
    @ZeeFarAway 3 роки тому

    Thank you so much :( , I really needed this video, you helped me so much

    • @taylorjones3171
      @taylorjones3171 3 роки тому

      I'm glad to hear that! Thank you for watching :)

  • @ethanlaw8119
    @ethanlaw8119 3 роки тому

    Prior to applying to the universities you said you had clients. What’s the best way to find clients?

    • @taylorjones3171
      @taylorjones3171 3 роки тому

      Hi there Ethan - that's a tough question! I met most of my clients by attending local networking events / volunteering groups. Here is a super good video about finding your first clients: ua-cam.com/video/9wLs3aDzLd4/v-deo.html

  • @romaiobrown-senior8602
    @romaiobrown-senior8602 3 роки тому

    love that background music. jazzy lofi saxophone

  • @vittoriocasella274
    @vittoriocasella274 3 роки тому

    Hi Taylor I'm an international student from Italy and I'm preparing to enter this fantastic Academy (it's a very important goal for me). I want to study advertising but I didn't found any Italian reports in yt from this academy. Could you please tell me more information about this course (for example the classes, the organisation etc...) It would be very helpful, thanks in advance and have a nice day!!;))

    • @taylorjones3171
      @taylorjones3171 3 роки тому

      Hi Vittorio! That is great to hear - I think you will love it at WdKA! I am happy to answer your questions, but can you please contact me on Instagram (@teejay.ai) or email (taylorjns.04@gmail.com)? :))

  • @zereashetova3011
    @zereashetova3011 3 роки тому

    Stunning! Thanks for sharing.

  • @elisavassimon2851
    @elisavassimon2851 3 роки тому

    This portfolio is really freaking amazing!! HOWEVER, for everyone stressing out watching this video: maybe you haven't had the opportunity or the support to grow as a professional in such a young age, maybe you not in school anymore and have to work a boring job to pay you're bills but wants to go to Uni fulfill your dream. Whatever the case is, remember: You are a talented human being, full of UNIQUE ideas that nobody else could have thought about. What matters is that you have visions, you are inspired and you want to create. Go make a portfolio that represents YOU and your experiences on this world. How would you like to change it? What would you like people to see? Show your creativity, your aesthetics taste, your opinions. It's a 100% OK is you don't have any previous Graphic Designer work to show, you all walk a different path and the Universities know that. Hope you all feel better and more encouraged after reading this. And hey Taylor, congratulations!! You did some fu**ing great work there :)))

    • @taylorjones3171
      @taylorjones3171 3 роки тому

      You are so right! This is very wise. I certainly hope that my work helps other people to feel inspired, rather than stressed... it is important to know that I have had a huge amount of support growing up, and also a fair share of luck. Everybody's path will be different.

    • @khalibunny11
      @khalibunny11 3 роки тому

      omg i needed this. thank u sm ♥

    • @Akiravids
      @Akiravids 8 місяців тому

      Thank you for the advice , i am making an portfolio for my college and ual submission

  • @BetaniaBueno
    @BetaniaBueno 3 роки тому

    thank you!!! this is so helpful :)

    • @taylorjones3171
      @taylorjones3171 3 роки тому

      I'm glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching :)

  • @EvaWhoDraws
    @EvaWhoDraws 3 роки тому

    Im a first year illustration student currently, hearing how awesome getting to use the stations is makes me really wish this pandemic would be over already! Our in person classes are greatly limited and making everything at home alone just isn't the same as that classroom environment

    • @taylorjones3171
      @taylorjones3171 3 роки тому

      Thank you for your comment Eva - I know exactly how you feel! I was only at WdKA for 2-3 weeks before the pandemic happened :'( I have a friend who is also first year Illustration at WdKA, perhaps you know her...

    • @margueriteshadowsea6568
      @margueriteshadowsea6568 2 роки тому

      Hi! I'm planning on studying illustration at WdKA too, could you tell me how hard it was to get in?

  • @Priya-dm2hk
    @Priya-dm2hk 3 роки тому

    Hi I’m hoping to study graphic design more specifically advertising and branding at university. Currently I’m making an online portfolio and was wondering how many designs did you include altogether and also how many separate projects did you have? Thank you!

    • @taylorjones3171
      @taylorjones3171 3 роки тому

      Hi there Priya - I am sorry that I did not get to answer your question sooner! Is this still something you are working on? Perhaps I should make a video about how to make a portfolio...

    • @Priya-dm2hk
      @Priya-dm2hk 3 роки тому

      @@taylorjones3171 Hi, my portfolio has been sent of and completed but thanks for the reply. I think a video like you said explaining the process of making a portfolio would be so useful for people currently in my position!

  • @chrissstophr
    @chrissstophr 3 роки тому

    Thanks man, great video, it really helped

    • @taylorjones3171
      @taylorjones3171 3 роки тому

      Thank you for watching Christopher, I appreciate it :)

  • @kenzaelfellah
    @kenzaelfellah 3 роки тому

    You're telling me 18 year olds in high school get so many gigs and have so much time to work on their projects, then end up coming up with this portfolio? I am amazed at what you did, and at the same time I'm about to cry because there's no way I can compete against people like you when applying to college.

    • @mesacboy7939
      @mesacboy7939 3 роки тому

      I'm feeling the exact same way hahah, makes me think I should've prepared all this wayyy earlier in advance... though I only decided on the idea of even pursuing graphic design under a year ago. Good luck, I hope you get accepted by the colleges you want!

    • @taylorjones3171
      @taylorjones3171 3 роки тому

      Kenza, thank you for sharing your thoughts - but please don't be discouraged. My portfolio is not a fair representation of who I am! When I applied to university, I was interviewed before being offered a place. In fact, I know some students here who were not able to show their portfolio, but were accepted just because of their enthusiasm and character. You do not need to 'compete' against me, because there is no competition: there are no 'winners' and 'losers'. If you apply, but do not get accepted, it is not the end - and you should not let somebody else tell you what you can or cannot do! Some are simply not compatible with the path they are taking right now.

    • @mesacboy7939
      @mesacboy7939 3 роки тому

      @@taylorjones3171 I know the reply wasn't directed towards me but thank you regardless, that makes me personally feel a little better lol

    • @valeriyapetrova2724
      @valeriyapetrova2724 2 роки тому

      SAME GIRL

  • @annareinhard2146
    @annareinhard2146 3 роки тому

    on point! well done:)