General information about process:
The compound and its objects were made with a conscientious effort for accuracy and realism. The computer programs used to complete this project were SketchUP, Photoshop, and Dreamweaver. Using archaeological plans and information about Tiwanaku compounds and objects helped the researchers create a believable household environment. To add to this realism, as the day progresses, the shadows also change accordingly. Furthermore, the background (mountains, etc) are consistent. For example, looking south will yield one view, looking north would yield another, and so on. The researchers tried their best to add people to the compound, but copyright issues and time impeded this effort greatly.

Some possible future directions for expansion of project:
1) Do other "chapters" in Janq'u's life, such as "Janq'u goes fishing," "Janq'u explores the heart of Tiwanaku," "Janq'u goes traveling," etc.
2) Add more background information to the webpage.
3) Add more people to the compound.
4) Do a movie walkthrough of the compound.
5) Integrate compound in the larger Tiwanaku city setting. Try different city block organizations.
6) Make different compounds and compound groupings.

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