Meeting Summary with Jules – February 27, 2025
1. Project Direction and Concept Refinement
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The group decided to abandon the previous project and start anew, focusing on the “dog and human perspectives” theme in Edinburgh.
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The new idea emphasizes exploring Edinburgh through landmarks (e.g., the National Museum of Scotland, Botanic Gardens, Carlton Hill) while alternating between human and dog perspectives.
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Jules encouraged narrowing the scope to focus on one location (e.g., Carlton Hill) to achieve depth and manageability within the project timeline.
2. Key Suggestions from Jules
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Dog Perspective Focus: Jules found the dog perspective more exciting than the human perspective and suggested emphasizing “other-than-human perception” as a unique angle.
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Multisensory Approach: Jules recommended incorporating sound, vision, and even smell to simulate a dog’s sensory experience. For example:
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Use sound design techniques like layering field recordings or manipulating frequencies to mimic dog hearing.
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Experiment with visual elements such as wide-angle or fisheye lenses to reflect a dog’s field of view.
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Consider imaginative ways to represent smell and movement as part of a dog’s perception.
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Practical Suggestions:
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Conduct field recordings at Carlton Hill using tools like shotgun microphones.
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Divide the group into smaller teams to cover different tasks or locations efficiently.
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Create multiple experimental outputs (e.g., videos, soundscapes) rather than aiming for one polished product.
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3. Productivity and Team Dynamics
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Jules emphasized the importance of clearly defining roles, setting deadlines, and maintaining personal responsibility within the team.
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He suggested using a task rota or map to allocate responsibilities effectively and ensure progress.
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Addressed communication challenges within the group, urging members to clarify misunderstandings proactively.
4. Immediate Next Steps
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Begin fieldwork at Carlton Hill by Tuesday, experimenting with sound and visual recordings.
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Develop initial sketches or prototypes (e.g., short “dog sense” recordings or videos) for feedback in upcoming meetings.
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Focus on iterative experimentation rather than perfection at this stage.
