Talk:Bridget Hickey

You did a good job of stating her gripes about the evolver software. I too was frustrated with the inability to change the height of your avatar. Height is such a defining feature that makes a difference in personal identity. I think it was very self -aware to include a feature that you are no fond of, and that you were able to manipulate the software to create your “uninviting expression”. In regards to how you want to be portrayed it is good to know that how you are reflected in outer appearance is not what defines your identity. You made sure to iterate this through your reflection. You also incorporated the documentary Second Skin well into your relfection. I had seen it myself, and also found it compelling and relevant to this assignment. Your inclusion of the specific stories from the documentary help to show the importance of personal identification with the avatar itself. The people who meet through these games judge each other by their avatars and therefore the players themselves need to feel some sort of connection to them. I think your reflection could be made stronger with additional sources, however I think you really understand that connection between personal identity and outward reflection.

C.Calhoun