FINAL SUMMARY I delved into the power of combining written storytelling with multimedia elements. Images, sound, and even interactivity can elevate a story, creating a more immersive and engaging experience for the audience. I learned how to balance written narrative with visuals and audio to create a unified flow. Each…
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White Pine Road “Hm. He fell funny”, he thought to himself. He knelt down beside Tommy and looked in his eyes, now lifeless. He was disappointed, he thought it would have been more gratifying. Kelly, a man with a stature bigger than most, with hands that spoke volumes, had built…
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Daily Creates – Week 5
Monsters Summer Solstice Time Stopped
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Summary – Week 4
Introduction to Video Wrapping up “Introduction to Video” feels a bit like stepping off the stage after a whirlwind performance. I learned so much this week – storyboarding, filming techniques, basic editing – and somehow managed to emerge with watchable projects on the other side. The most surprising discovery for…
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Video Assignment #3
Lyric Video HIGHLY SUSPECT – 16 Highly Suspect’s “16” isn’t your typical love song. It dives headfirst into the messy aftermath of a love that fell apart. The lyrics paint a picture of a passionate but ultimately doomed relationship, laced with anger, regret, and a flicker of lingering affection. The…
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Video Assignment #2
Have a Conversation with Yourself! Conversations With Myself – 5 STARS We all face moments where doubt whispers, painting a picture of uncertainty. But sometimes, the most powerful pep talk comes from within. This video captures the essence of that internal dialogue, a conversation between two sides of ourselves. One…
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Video Assignment #1
Tell Your Characters Story Jericho Stone. Unveiling the man. Unveiling the mystery This rugged moose, with his worn leather jacket and a glint of adventure in his eye, is a man of many layers. Behind the dusty shelves and meticulously displayed artifacts lies a restless spirit, a heart that yearns…
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LOOK, LISTEN, ANALYZE
This Is SPARTA!!!! The iconic scene from “300” where King Leonidas delivers the defiant roar, “This is Sparta!” is a masterclass in using visuals and audio to tell a powerful story. Let’s break it down: Through the Lens (AUDIO MUTED) The scene opens with a low angle shot, looking up…
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Learn How to Read a Movie
Decoding the Silver Screen We have all watched countless movies, been thrilled by action sequences, or shed tears during emotional moments. But have you ever stopped to think about how the director crafted those experiences? Roger Ebert, a renowned film critic, proposed a way to “read” movies, going beyond the…
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Daily Creates – Week 4
Circles in Circles in Circles Objects in the House What are they looking at?