FINAL BLOGGGGGGG

1. In general, what did you like most about this class?

• I really liked the different types of animation we did in the class. I also enjoyed just being there with people that have a lot in common with one another.

 2. In general, what did you like least about this class?

• I can't really say I didn't like anything! I thought this class reached my expectations c:

 3. What were your most favorite project and least favorite project and why?

• I think either the 11 Second Club or the Music Video projects were my absolute favorite projects. These projects, I think, showed everyone's growth in the class considering they were the most recent projects we did, especially with the music video.
• My least favorite was maybe the Stop Motion. It was tedious, but I thought it was really interesting at the same time. I think what irked me about that project was how precise it had to be. But hey, that's to be expected with stop motion!

 4. Do you feel that this class will help you achieve your future academic or career goals? How or why (or why not)?

• I think this class will, without a doubt, help me achieve my future goals. I think this class is great for anyone who wants to pursue animation or a field related to it. You learn a lot in this class, and this class prepares you for the professional world.

5. Additional comments:

• Taking this class was the best decision I've made throughout my entire high school career.
• I'm glad I got to work with such a talented group of people.
• To the upcoming students, TAKE THIS CLASS SERIOUSLY. Make sure you work hard and do your best in this class every single day.
• Ms. Licata, thank you for being such a wonderful teacher and friend to the whole class. You made the class welcoming and homey for all of us.
• I'm going to miss you all so much. It's been a privilege. :)

Reality TV

Reality TV is apparently TV for families nowadays.

I didn't know that:

• Reality TV can captivate kids depending on the subject matter of the show.
• Kids, in terms of reality TV, are interested by competition, scorekeeping and, creation.
• Children and parents have their own targeted shows.

I thought this article was depressing. I think that it's weird for young children to be exposed to reality shows. I also think that reality TV has become very questionable.

My one question is: What show will come out next?

..Kinda scared to find out.
 

The Old Man and the Sea

Aleksandr Petrov created an adaptation of The Old Man and the Sea.

I didn't know that:

• Petrov used oil paints to create his adaptation.
• Petrov painted every single frame.
• Petrov was animating under the camera the whole time, so if he screwed up, he had to start over.

 I thought this article was awesome. I like how fluid the animation is in this short film. I also think it's amazing how this guy painted thousands and thousands of frames just to make this movie. Very admirable.

My one question is: Can I meet this man?

 

Disney Sexism?

Disney apparently made a more risqué version of Merida from "Brave".

I didn't know that:

• Brenda Chapman, the creator of the movie, wanted Merida to be a role model for young girls.
• Chapman modeled Merida after her teenage daughter.
• Merida was supposed to break the mold of glamorous Disney princesses.

I thought this article was outrageous. Disney had no right to recreate Merida, and so provocatively as well. I think that Disney needs a taste of reality here.

My one question is: Disney, what were you thinking?

6 Documentary Mistakes

Documentary filmmakers can make certain mistakes very often.

I didn't know that:

• Finding a topic that will stand out from the rest will help with a documentary.
• Creating a poor reenactment of a past event will hinder a documentary.
• Scripting should be the last thing you do when making a documentary.

I thought this article was interesting. I like how there are several mistakes doc filmmakers can make xD
I also think that this was also very informative.

My one question is: Are there more mistakes filmmakers make? xD

5/19/13

This week was alright. Just a work week for the most part..

What made me happy was the feedback I received on my final project!

What frustrated me this week was the Workforce Assessments. I didn't make the cut, but whatever.
I was also sick this week, so that also frustrated me.

I didn't really learn anything this week.

I don't really want to learn anything right now..

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MdzjqOuO_Ig

 

This is fantastic.

Takes you inside the animation process. WOOT

 

5/12/13

This week was pretty good. I finished my project on time and I won a scholarship, which I'm still shocked about! That's what made me happy this week.

Prom drama is what frustrated me this week.
Oy.

This week I didn't really learn anything. It was primarily a work week.

I want to learn how to improve my work some more.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxL21NQMczg

This blows my mind.
To think how the same game can look so different with certain technology.
 

Crowdfunding

This article talks about how people crowdfund in order to reach out to the public.

I didn't know that:

• Crowdfunding was a thing.
• The studio that worked on Adventure Time was called Frederator.
• With Lighthouse and the Lock, Cartoon Network UK gave all rights to the original creator instead of screwing around with it.

I felt indifferent about this article. I like that this article talks about certain creators who were well-known for their work. At the same time, I think crowdfunding is a difficult thing to pull off.

My one question is: Will someone be able to crowdfund an entire show?

Standards of Living

This article talks about how the film, Standards of Living, was filmed on an iPad 2.

I didn't know that:

• Aaron Mento wrote the screenplay for the movie on an Apple tablet.
• The Twilight Zone and Inland Empire served as inspiration for the iPad recording.
• Standards of Living was shot WITHOUT a tripod.

I thought this article was interesting. I find it incredible how low-budget filmmaking can leave more room for creativity, especially in this case. I also like how brave Aaron Mento was in doing so.

My one question is: Will this revolutionize filmmaking?

Vine Films?

This article talks about how people can submit Vine videos for a Tribeca 6 second film competition and the tips that follow.

I didn't know that:

• A 6-second story is NOT easy to pull off at all.
• Leaving the audience wanting more is also helpful for succeeding in this.
• 6 seconds can lead to more creativity, oddly enough.

This article was intriguing. I like that there are samples of these videos on the page. I also like the variety in tips and examples of the tips the article provides.

My one question is: Will Vine become more popular because of this contest? 

Cute Cartoon Characters

This article talks about what makes a cute cartoon character.

I didn't know that:

• The character looking well fed is a cute factor.
• E.T. and Yoda are considered cute.
• Cuteness can also be based off the behavior of a character, Scrat being an example of this.

I thought this article was informative. I like how the article gives pictures of different characters as examples of cuteness. I also like how it goes on to say that the definition of a cute character has changed.

My one question is: How will cuteness continue to change in the cartoon world?

5/5/13

This week was just a work week for the most part.

I learned about what is required for a portfolio and when you go out into the working field.

I want to learn about what it's like to be in an ACTUAL animation studio, like Pixar or something.

What made me happy this week was the amount of work I was able to get done on my final project.

What frustrated me this week was being sick on Thursday and not being able to use a tablet in class on Friday :I

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sgfklKnOg4w

 

Scarred for life now. ALRIGHT.

Creepy Doll animation.

Watch it.

 

More Moore's Law

This article talks about how Moore's Law helped Pixar succeed.

I didn't know that:

• Moore's Law involved computer technology growing every five years.
• Moore's Law helped Pixar with Toy Story.
• Tiny changes with capacity can lead to huge steps forward.

I thought this article was interesting. I like how Pixar used Moore's Law to their advantage. I also like how this article is informative, but hopeful at the same time.

My one question is: Will Moore's Law become even more useful as time goes by?

CUTENESS OVERLOAD--

This article talks about two guys who created robots that will create a documentary.

I didn't know that:

• The robots are voiced by a 7-year-old boy.
• The robots have hidden cameras.
• These robots have the goal of engaging in conversations emotionally with people.

I thought this article was very interesting. I like how there is a video to show off the robots' abilities. I also think the robots are adorable.

My one question is: Will these robots continue to evolve?

4/28/13

This week was pretty good! I worked a lot on my project, and that's about it xD

What made me happy this week was my average in this class so far. I'm also very happy with how my project looks so far c:

Nothing really frustrated me this week.

I didn't really learn anything this week considering it was a work week.

I don't think I want to learn anything now, except maybe portfolio stuff.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oyjw0ZLyzpE

Thought this was well-animated.
Plus, it's 3d. Enjoy!
 

THIEVES

This article discusses how an artist painted a picture involving Alice In Wonderland and how Disney used this exact picture and put it on bags without permission.

I didn't know that:

• People actually had this image tattooed on their bodies.
• Disney committed a direct copyright violation, which is shocking to me.
• Disney has not reached out to the artist as of now.

I thought this was disappointing. I never thought Disney would ever do something like this. I also think this poor girl needs A LOT more credit. That piece was fantastic!

My one question is: Why would Disney EVER think that this was ok?

Code Monkey

This article talks about how the song Code Monkey will become visual in the near future.

I didn't know that:

• The story of the song will be different from what is expected.
• Other songs will be tied in with one another to make one cohesive story.
• Jonathan Coulton is up for this idea.

I thought this article was cool. I like how the article provides sketches done by Tak Miyazawa. I also like how this interview praises Jonathan Coulton's music.

My one question is: Will this be a bigger break for Coulton in the near future?

4/21/13

This week really was a positive one.

What made me happy this week was getting really nice grades on my Abstract Audio and 11 Second Club projects. I was also happy with how much work I managed to get done on my final project. c:

Nothing really frustrated me this week. I was really happy.

I learned that this project will take a lot of patience and layers xD

I don't really want to learn anything at the moment. I'm rather content~

 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qYodWEKCuGg

Code Monkey animation :D

Thought this was cute.

 

4-13-13

This week was pretty good!

What made me happy this week was working on my final project! I'm determined to make this my best work!!

What frustrated me was getting the scholarship in. I forgot about it, but I managed to get it done!

I can't think of anything that I learned this week.

I want to learn how to make my animations a bit smoother.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=63o3ENsF2kE

More rotoscoping!
I like how this was done on paper though!
 

Smell-O-Vision

This article discusses how Japan is working on smell-o-vision.

I didn't know that:

• Smell-o-vision has been an idea since the 1960's.
• About 100 years ago, scents have been used in theaters.
• A smell-o-vision machine is a box of scented oils with a mechanism to spread the scent(s).

I thought this article was interesting. I think it's unbelievable that stuff like this has been going on for a long time. I also like that this is finally starting to come about.

My one question is: Will this revolutionize the television industry?

How to Improve Storytelling

This article provides tips on how to make your storytelling more substantial.

I didn't know that:

• Using strong verbs enhances the story.
• Channeling what the character's feeling can add a lot of emotion to impact the audience.
• Incorporating body language and avoiding simple, vague words for emotion makes the feelings in the story more believable.

This article was very helpful in my opinion. I think that this article will help many aspiring writers in the long run. I also like how these tips give examples to make it easier to understand.

My one question is: Where was this article before? xD

Winter Filmmaking

This article talks about how you can, well, make films during the winter. Go figure, right? ;D

I didn't know that:

• Emergency blankets are ideal for this kind of situation.
• Plastic bags will warm up your gear.
• Making sure you can get OUT of your shooting location helps.

This article was cool (ooohhhh). By that, in all seriousness, I mean that this article is interesting for providing such tips, in my opinion. I also like how there are the MOST unexpected things that can really help you and your gear.

My one question is: Is shooting during the spring more ideal? xD

Oz Effects

This article talks about how the latest Oz prequel utilized many effects.

I didn't know that:

• Sam Raimi helped out with the movie.
• Many characters in this film were produced digitally.
• The core animation tools for this movie were based from Maya. NICE~~

I thought this article was interesting. I like how it gives specifics of how certain visual effects were created for Oz the Great and Powerful. I also like how the article gives screenshots from the film c:

My one question is: Will this film be revolutionary for visual effects?

3/24/13

This week was pretty successful I think.

What made me happy this week was I got my Abstract Audio project done on time and that I got started on my 11 second club project as well!

What frustrated me this week was the fact that I got sick the other day, and I have to make up a few tests. Kind of stressed about that..

This week I learned that Quicktime can be weird when it comes to Flash.

I want to learn how to make my work a bit more consistent.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMnTUcBt0qA

It's been a while since we listened to Gangnam Style! xD
It's rotoscoped too, so, PERFECT!
 

Math=Movies

This article discusses how math makes the movies we know and adore.

I didn't know that:

• Physics of certain objects is determined by a lot of geometry, and arithmetic among other things.
• Pixar has to create something similar to a PNG file in order to animate hair.
• Subdivision surfaces were first used in 1997 for Pixar's Geri's Game.

This article was interesting. I like how this article talks about the importance of arithmetic in computer animation. I also think it's incredible that these people have to put so much time into animating HAIR.

My one question is: Will mathematics influence other fields of animation.

Viral Vids

This article talks about how your video blogs can become widely popular.

I learned that:

• Being consistent with your videos helps.
• It's important to be considerate of your audience.
• Being comfortable in front of the camera is crucial.

I thought this article was neat. I like how it gives a rundown on how you can make your video blogs more popular and watchable. I also like how this article uses different examples of certain Youtube bloggers and such.

My one question is: Why do people get widespread attention for their own videos?

3/17/13

This week was ok in terms of work. I started my abstact audio project which I'm happy about.
I was sick on Thursday, which kind of sucked.

What made me happy this week was starting my abstarct audio project probably. I was also happy that I got to see my cousins this weekend!

What frustrated me this week was properly syncing stuff in my audio project.

I learned that syncing is a teadious process.

I'm happy with what I know right now, so there isn't anything in particular I really want to learn.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gAl3UT042xQ

I really liked the style of drawing here, plus it's rotoscoping!
 

Effects in Other Countries

This article discusses how much more taxing visual work is in countries like India and China.

I didn't know that:

• These countries' industries exploit the workers.
• In India, some workers work without salary for 4 months.
• Each worker signs a 6-monthlong contract, and the employers can decide who to keep and who to get rid of afterwards.

I disliked this article. It sickens me that these people go through so much, and their employers don't care. I also think that it's wrong that these workers sacrifice their time at home with their families,, and can be easily fired.

My one question is: Why do people do this thing, JUST WHY?

Special Effects~~

This article talks about how studios that specialize in visual effects are struggling in some ways.

I didn't know that:

• Visual effects have been around since 1902.
• Bill Westenhofer, visual effects producer of Life of Pi, said backstage at the Oscars that the business model of the visual effects department needs to change.
• The reason why people on social media sites have their profile pictures as a green color is in order to show what films would be like without visual effects.

I thought this article was interesting. I find it astonishing that the VFX companies are somewhat underestimated. I also think that this issue must be addressed, somehow.

My one question is: Will people in Hollywood finally see the underlying problem here?

March 8th, 2013~~

Hello~~

So this week was pretty good for the most part. A LOT of working on my 3d short was the main schtick this week.

What made me happy was how much I've done so far on my short! It's almost finished and I'm BEYOND happy about that~~

I'm also happy that some of my classmates like how it's turning out. I had a lot of anxiety about this project so it's very reassuring that I have such a great group of friends who are helping me out.

What frustrated me this week was getting my portfolio packed up and such. IT'S FINALLY DONE SO I'M IN A PEACEFUL STATE OF MIND. (knock on wood)

This week I learned about a lip-synching project, which I think will be kind of fun! I can use Flash for this THANK GOODNESS.

I really want to learn how to make complex models from one polygon object in Cheetah.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OJgtCg4Vptw

I picked this as my link because even though it's not the best
sonic game, the graphics and style are commendable.

Disney Filmmaking Tips!

This article gives advice from Disney filmmakers and how you can be successful.

I didn't know that:

• Animating the most aggressive character is the way to go.
• You shouldn't be afraid of asymmetry in your work.
• It's good to have reality to your work, but you should have fun while doing it!

I enjoyed this article. I thoguht that the tips that you would never expect to be on here were great. I also like the optimistic feeling this article has. IT IS DISNEY AFTER ALL.

My one question is: Do these guys ever get frustrated at this business?

Motion Capture Actors

This article discusses how more recent films use motion capture on actors.

I didn't know that:

• Andy Serkis is launching his own specialty film studio.
• Steven Speilberg used animatronic sharks in Jaws.
• Fox Studios launched a petition in order for Serkis to win an Oscar for his performance in Planet of the Apes.

I thought this article was awesome. I like how this article talks about what films have used motion capture technology. I also like how this article embraces the possibilities this new technology could bring in the film industry.

My one question is: Can motion capture evolve itself more? 

3/3/13

This week was okay in terms of BOCES and everything else. I'm excited about my 3d short and I plan on getting as much work done as possible.

This week I learned about abstract audio projects. I'm excited to get an idea going for this project!!

Although, I really want to learn how to be more patient with LONG RENDERING TIMES.
Oy.

What made me happy this week was getting my animation for my 3d short going.

What frustrated me this week was probably how long it took me to do proper poses with the Pose Tag. I was also frustrated with the fact that a few people are pretty much done with their shorts. I hope I can finish mine, but I'M DETERMINED TO SUCCEED.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HRt0FRmr_sA

I thought this was great in terms of animation and detail!

Abrams and Whedon

This article was about how Joss Whedon and J.J. Abrams' works have impacted television and the film industry today.

I learned that:

• Abrams worked on the Lost T.V. series.
• Abrams inspired Tom Cruise to become a movie-director.
• Fanbase is important when it comes to a television show or film's success.

I thought this article was pretty elaborate. I like how this article gives you a taste of how Joss Whedon and J.J. Abrams have impacted this industry. I also like how this article gives names of who could be the next Whedon or Abrams.

My one question is: Will these directors/writers be BETTER than Whedon and Abrams in the future?

Emoticonful~~

This article was about how Matt Jones, a Pixar illustrator, is going to help Facebook reinvent the emoticon!

I learned that:

• Dacher Keltner, the codirector of University of California-Berkeley's Greater-Good Science Program, started helping Facebook with this project.
• Charles Darwin's book The Expression of the Emotions in Man and Animals was primarily used as a reference.
• Matt Jones tried adding noises for emoticons. xD

I thought this article was really neat. I like how a Pixar illustrator is getting involved in something like this. I also like how far they're going to go with this, from new colors to major exaggeration.

My one question is: How long will it be before this actually happens on Facebook?

Valentine's Day! Weekly Update!

Happy Valentine's Day everyone!
This week was pretty good in terms of what went on in school and such.
Swimming is pretty much over for me. Today's my last day. WHEN DID THIS HAPPEN?

What made me happy this week was probably getting a grade on my 3d logo that was better than I thought it would be. I totally thought I bombed that project, in a BAD way.

What frustrated me this week was the joint tool and all of that stuff. I just get irritated by how much I have to work on that stupid tool.

I want to learn how to create more detailed 3d character models for the most part.

This week I learned that 3d is PRETTY FREAKING TEDIOUS (if I do say so myself..)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pRYPw1J5wPU

This game is unbelievably smooth in terms of animation.
CHILDHOOD FLASHING BEFORE MY EYES.

Quentin Tarantino

Quentin Taratino is a filmmaker who has a "twisted" style of films.

I didn't know that:

• Quentin Tarantino worked on films such as Django Unchained, Inglorious Basterds, and many others.
• He somewhat takes bits and pieces of other films and makes them into his own film.
• Tarantino incorporates personal dilemmas in lhis projects, without making it obvious.

I thought this article was weird in a way. Quentin Tarantino, to me, has always seemed a bit weird. Hey, you have to be a little crazy to be creative though, right? I also think that Tarantino has left his mark on the film industry, in a good way.

My one question is: How do his films work even though there are so many different elements in each of them?

Paperman~~

A man named John Kahrs was inspired by animated films like Tangled to create his own short called Paperman.

I didn't know that:

• John Kahrs worked as an animator at Pixar, then at Walt Disney Animation Studios.
• They used a program called Meander for this short film.
• Creating this short film required many steps in order for it to look 2d and 3d, such as silhouette ribbons.

I thought this article was really fascinating. The short itself looks like a Pixar short and a 2d Disney film combined. I also like how this is a new approach to the animation field.

My one question is: Will this short be adapted into a full-length movie? (if possible)

February 8th, 2013

This week was not bad, but not good.

What frustrated me this week was probably getting the FREAKING SKELETON TAG to work, and probably worrying about swimming a lot this week, considering I have Class A tomorrow. I'm excited but I want to get it over with at the same time.

What made me happy this week was probably the fact that I don't have practice today because of Nemo! Way to bring it bro~~

I learned about lighting among other things this week.

I really want to learn how to get more detailed with meshes I guess.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w0dD7a6y4iw

This, I thought, was cute.
I love the dog, and this person's style of animating.

January 30th~~~

Welp, this week has been PRETTY good.
No frustrations, for the most part.
HAPPY BELATED TORI MY LOVE.

This week I learned that 3d animation IS ACTUALLY A LOT OF FUN AFTER YOU GET USED TO IT. (just throwin' that out there)

I really want to learn how to....
...I would have to say be more relaxed when I work.

What made me happy this week was getting my logo done at a decent time, so now I can work on other things~~
I'm also happy that I got my animator paper done early, thank goodness!

What frustrated me this week was probably the stress of swimming. Class A is coming up so I need to be ready! Other than that it was a good week!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qGI_cVCmSaE

THIS. OMG.
This, I thought, was hysterical and wonderfully animated!!

NEW DISNEY VIDEO GAME~~

Disney Interactive has recently announced the upcoming release of the video game Disney Infinity, which I think is awesome~~

I didn't know that:

• The video game has elements of both Skylanders and Minecraft.
• The game is more of a platformer than an actual video game.
• You must buy plastic figurines in order to play as certain characters. O:

I thought this article was really cool! I'M GETTING THIS IN JUNE WHOOO~~
Seriously though, I think that families will really enjoy in this game!

My one question is: WHY MUST I WAIT UNTIL JUNE?  

Escape From Tomorrow

There is a film entitled "Escape From Tomorrow", which is about a family going to Disney World. The father goes insane, and that's when things get weird and a BIT unexpected.

I didn't know that:

• Randy Moore, the director of the movie, DIDN'T have permission to film in the theme park whatsoever.
• Randy Moore is worried about what people will think of the overall basis of the film.
• The film harshly criticizes Disney's style of mass entertainment.

I thought this article was kind of shocking. I never thought someone would make a film like this. I also thought that the overall thoughts that Mr. Moore had about how corporate Disney is were interesting.

My one question is: Will this film ruin Disney as a corporation?

Maggie Simpson

There was an article that talks about Maggie Simpson and her success in her latest TV special.

I didn't know that:

• Maggie Simpson recently had her own special.
• The short was dialogue-free.
• The short was "started" in June 2011, but was left behind for a bit.

This article was fin to read. I like the little screenshots from the special in this article. I also like how much success this short conveyed.

My one question is: Would there be a possibility of another Simpsons movie?

Mics

There is an article about microphones and what kinds are beneficial for certain shooting tasks.

I didn't know that:

• Shotgun mics are used to pick up sound in a narrow pattern.
• lavaliere mics existed. xD
• Hand held mics are useful for interviews not involving passing the mic back and forth.

This article was interesting I thought. I think it's cool that mics have so many different uses. I also like how the article goes on to say that some mics can be REALLY expensive, but don't do their job well.

My one question is: Why do microphones have so many different uses?

January 21, 2013

This week was ok, but I'm still not feeling well.
I know my blogs may be late, that's fine. I don't care.
I wasn't feeling well this weekend and I was stressed and busy and I was just frustrated.

What made me happy this week was probably doing well on my performance quizzes. I feel like I'm getting the hang of Cheetah3d.

What frustrated me this week was probably recovering from my sinus infection.. I'm not quite there yet, but I will perservere.

What I learned this week is 3d isn't what it's cracked up to be. I'm still trying to grasp it, so I hope I can figure it out better soon.

I want to learn how to be more patient when I'm sick.

 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZOHv9B0j7o

Really cool animation here!

 

 

Dungeons + Dragons = Hobbit? o:

There are some speculations that Dungeons & Dragons will become the next Hobbit in the near future..

I didn't know that:

• Dungeons & Dragons has been around for 38 years!
• Playing Dungeons & Dragons is cliche and can automatically make you a geek or nerd.
• Playing Dungeons & Dragons is considered "Satanic".

This article, I thought, was a little strange. I find it befuddling that Dungeons & Dragons has had such a cultural and religious impact on today's society. I also think that it's kind of stereotypical to know that Dungeons & Dragons is the epitome of geeks and nerds. ALRIGHTY THEN.

My one question is: Will this actually become a film and, if so, will ther be an uproar about it?

GIF Madness--

Over time, animated GIFs have become very huge and well-known!

I didn't know that:

• The first animated GIF was made in 1878 or around that time!
• Elspeth Reeve produced dozens of animated GIFs for the Summer Olympics last year!
• GIFs were influenced by anything from Hollywood to politics.

I think this article is very intriguing. I think it it really fascinating to know that GIFs have been around for so long! I also am blown away by how much GIFs have affected today's society.

My one question is will GIFs continue to evolve as time goes by?

Weekly Update, WEEK FROM HELL TAKE 2: Jan 11, 2013

This week, all in all, was really stressful.

I learned how to use various tools in Cheetah 3d. There are a LOT of objects in that program, like dang. xD

I really want to learn how to ANIMATE in Cheetah 3d, which I believe is happening soon~~

What made me happy this week was probably getting good grades on the Performance Quizzes this week. That, or the feedback I received on my Rotoscoping project! I was also happy about starting 3d stuff!

What probably frustrated me the most this week was probably being sick. ;___;
I can't swim tonight at the meet at Ken West, which I'm bummed about, but hey, coach told me to get better and just focus on THAT. I'm relieved that he understands though..

I know I don't have much to say this week. It's because I just feel bad altogether. I'm happy this week is finally ending. This was a HEAVY week in terms of grades and whatnot.

Hope everyone has a great weekend!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xo2OlGw3rDY

This, I think was adorable, but it was very informative on the making of Finding Nemo.

Traditional films vs. 3d films?

There are some speculations that The Hobbit, in terms of its effects, is overwhelming and more for people. Some argue that filmmaking without all the crazy effects and technology is more efficient than 3d filmmaking.

I didn't know that:

• Even though the visuals in The Hobbit are astounding, they overshadow the basis of the movie itself.
• The movie can come off as "fake".
• Less is more. It seems as though that movies that don't have many effects are a lot more worthwhile.

I'm polarized by this article. Maybe it's this guy's delivery in his writing, but it seems like he's being a tad harsh. I also think it's kind of a shame that he'd think that filmmakers are going backwards when it comes to filmmaking. I feel like this article was a bit biased, personally.

My one question is can 3d effects really overpower a blockbuster hit?

Short Film Writing

When it comes to writing short films, there are some things to keep in mind to make your story better.

I didn't know that:

• The shorter the film, the better.
• Providing specifics towards the characters such as personality and backstory can really sell a story.
• Cliches are sometimes a no-go when it comes to short films because they are so noticeable.

I thought this article was really cool! I like the advice that this article provides you with. I also think that this will be very handy to those who aspire to be top-notch writers and/or directors along the way.

My one question is if you spend mre time on a short film, could it potentially be better than, say, a full-length film?

January 6th, 2013

This week, even though it wasn't even a week, was really stressful, but rewarding.
With that being said, this week I learned how to use my tablet at home :D
I also learned that GarageBand is tedious. :I

What made me happy this week was FINALLY finishing my Rotoscoping and Stop-motion projects. I finally got those two buggers finished. The stop-motion was no easy task. I'm sure everyone can relate with that xD

What frustrated me this week was the fact that when I transferred my music to my stop-motion project, THE PITCH OF THE MUSIC WAS LOWERED. UGH. I was furious! I also forgot to put the freaking credits in there as well. :I
I was also frustrated by the fact that I now have a sinus infection. I'll be honest, I wasn't with it on Friday. I felt terriblr, but you know what? I did what I could. If the stop-motion project isn't that good, whatever. I truly tried my best to finish it despite how sick I was/am.

What I really want to learn is HOW TO STOP PUTTING SO MUCH PRESSURE ON MYSELF. I swear, that's my downfall when it comes to whatever I do. If I do something wrong, I beat myself up over it. A LOT.

-sigh- but anyway...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XuCXKDQMFPw

 

More rotoscoping~~

I showed this to Tori and she thought this was really cool!

ope you guys like this! I think this is really amazing!