Prototype on Lambton

Today we went out tested our hi-five idea on our target audience in the CBD. We had prepared ethics forms and printed and cut them ready if anyone would ask for them. We were wearing black to be semi matching but it was cold so we all had coat and jumpers on. We started with Georgia and Hannah walking down the street offering hi-fives on their way past. But neither of them could build up the courage to be the first to go. It was much more intimidating than we thought to approach people. I went with Georgia next and once I did the first one it soon became easier. I was rather surprised at how many positive hi-fives we got from alot of people. I think some people were hesitant because we just looked like students messing around. The cold weather also played a factor in people not wanted to take their hands out their pockets. After we hi-fived people as we walked past we also needed to test our traffic light idea which we started this with. This was very scary as we were immediately approaching people. Weirdly for me I found too invasive so I couldn't do it. Luckily Georgia built up her courage and took one for the team. It was very awkward but funny to watch. Some people found it brightened their day but most did not know what to do when Georgia approached them and panicked. So this prototype day has been helpful in ruling out hi-fives at the traffic lights.