I graduated. Since yesterday it’s official. I finished my study at Industrial Design, which means you can call me master of science now. But Mariëlle will also still do and is probably less awkward.
The video above is a concept video featuring the working prototype of my fountain design. I shared earlier videos of my final master project here and here. The design consists of a tunnel of water beams that magically open up the way for you when you pass through. I am quite happy with the result; I think it a good translation of my vision as a designer in that it is playful and brings a small moment of wonder and childish amazement into the everyday.
I have been looking forward to this moment, but now that it is here it feels somewhat surreal. It doesn’t make any sense. I have all the time in the world to make and do all the things that I have been wanting to do for the last couple of weeks. But somehow I just don’t feel like it. Yet. It feels like the sun should be shining and I should be happily crafting all day, daydreaming about my future. But in fact it is pouring rain, it is dark outside and I am very slowly taking everything in. I guess I just need some time to unwind and let everything sink in.
Next week this time I will be in Paris. Perhaps that will help me realize that it’s really finished :)
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20 Comments
Helen
February 1, 2013 at 21:00
Congratulations! I love your fountain design, it’s so fun.
I hope you have fun in Paris, I’m heading there for a few days in March, so please share any lovely things you see
http://ahandfulofhope.blogspot.co.uk/
Magical Day Dream
February 2, 2013 at 12:57
Sounds great! I’m also just going for a couple of days, and I will probably share some of my adventures ;)
Dorien
February 1, 2013 at 21:09
Congratulations! I saw your earlier videos and your project is utterly amazing. Enjoy Paris next week and hopefully you’ll get into the mood you want to be in (okay that sounds weird). xo
Magical Day Dream
February 2, 2013 at 12:58
Thank you! Yes, I am slowly adjusting to the idea. These things just take time, I think all big changes do :)
Kristin
February 1, 2013 at 21:43
Congratulations! And what an awesome design :D Paris sounds like a great way to kick off being a new grad!
Magical Day Dream
February 2, 2013 at 12:58
I know right? I am pretty excited about it myself too :)
Loulou
February 1, 2013 at 22:26
Congratulations to you! You must feel so good having all that hard work behind you. It’s such a wonderful achievement. Have fun in Paris.
Magical Day Dream
February 2, 2013 at 12:59
Yes it does! The last weeks I blocked out much of my life because of it, and it feels so great to be able to have the time to meet up with friends and be blogging again etc !
mariana
February 2, 2013 at 00:42
CONGRATULATIONS!! :)
Enjoy Paris!
Magical Day Dream
February 2, 2013 at 12:59
Thank you! I promise I will ;)
Danielle
February 2, 2013 at 01:50
That is incredible.
And congratulations!!!!
Have a croissant in Paris for me. ;)
Magical Day Dream
February 2, 2013 at 13:00
Haha will do :D And thanks :)
Anne Lien
February 2, 2013 at 15:19
Hi Mariëlle, Master of Science! Oeh it sounds so professional! Congratulations!! :D The final project looks really nice!
The weather is getting better here now isn’t it? Hope you’re having a nice relaxed weekend.
Have fun in Paris! And preparing for it, I love that part as well ;)
btw, I know a nice little fondue restaurant near the Sacre Coeur, if you’re interested! Not too expensive and with a really cool atmosphere!
Refuge des Fondus, Rue des 3 Freres.
Magical Day Dream
February 12, 2013 at 10:53
Thank you so much! I came back from Paris and unfortunately I didn’t check out your restaurant, but it does sound great. I visited some other places though; will share some things on the blog I guess ;) But I always love these random tips, so thanks!
marietta
February 2, 2013 at 21:36
aha-mazing!
Magical Day Dream
February 12, 2013 at 10:53
:D
joyce matula welch
February 3, 2013 at 14:33
So very cool! Congratulations!!!
Magical Day Dream
February 12, 2013 at 10:53
Thank you!
ktpland
February 15, 2013 at 09:04
nice one! mega congrats! :) x
ktpland
February 15, 2013 at 09:05
I’d love to have a run around in there too! x