Hand Picked!

Blog writing can be a very difficult task, especially if you are not very tech savvy. I mean even if you are, the world of blogging is a lifestyle and just like any other, if you are new then you will struggle. I have spent some time reviewing some blogs produced by students attending the same University as myself and despite the majority of them being new to this framework, I found some very interesting candidates to add to my "Hand Picked" pile. Out of the several I have narrowed it down to a top 3.

In no particular order, number one is Charlyn Morgan. Here is a link to her online blogger: Charlyn's Blog. The primary reason I had picked Charlyn's (her preferred name being Charlie) blog as a top favourite is basically while I was reviewing everyone's blogs 90% of them had unappealing text and background colours, some of which actually irritated my eyes when I skimmed through the script. Charlie's however, I found very appealing to the eye. It was simplistic and the colour differentiation was enough to be vibrant but not bright and low toned but not dull. In my opinion, appearance is just as important as being informative. Although Charlie's blog was very informative and all the right information was there. Well Done Charlie!

Second in line is Sophie Tieman. 22 Year old studying externally and working, but that didn't stop this student from creating a great piece. The reason I picked this as a top favourite is because the entire blog was relatable. Whenever she would come across a complication I felt the effect of it. The structure of the writing was well done and unlike others the student has displayed it in a true 'blogging format' which is quite engaging. I found the colour scheme appealing just like the previous blog (I think there's something about dark red haha). Also I happen to work at Harvey Norman so I really enjoyed the read and I actually learnt something! Here is a link to Sophie's blog: Sophie's Blog if you want to check it out. Nice work Soph!     

Last but not least, my third I have chosen is written by Anudari Chimeddorj, also known as Anu.
Here is a link to Anu's blog! Anudari's Blog. From the moment I saw this student's blog I had one word to say. Immaculate. It was clean, straightforward and honest. I think that is how a blog should be set out and I had a delight reading it. The text was factual and well explained. Another decision maker that really got me was again, the look of the template. Not only was it simple, but the digital images was absolutely stellar! Placement was on point and the photography had great gradient scale portion with the background and the text. It blended into a story almost, as the background portrayed the outdoors and there were touches of a nice shade of green that suggested an environmentally friendly approach. Awesome work Anudari!