I’m Alexandra, a recent graduate from Boston University with a BFA in graphic design. Thank you for taking time to visit my portfolio website; please explore.
I’m Alexandra, a recent graduate from Boston University with a BFA in graphic design. Thank you for taking time to visit my portfolio website; please explore.
GET LOUD
February 2025 | Website
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This project was my first experiment in bridging music and design through interactive technology. Inspired by Talia Cotton’s lecture on generative design, I became interested in using code to visualize sound. I began researching creative coding and discovered p5.js, a JavaScript library for visual programming. With little coding experience, I built the foundation of the site using HTML and CSS, hosted on Glitch.com—recommended by a friend familiar with web development.
Using a combination of ChatGPT and p5.js’s documentation, I customized the sketch to respond to microphone input. The shapes change based on volume—more noise creates more forms. I adjusted the color range, fade time, and shape behavior.