Video Semester 2 Reflection

Short Film

     For this project, we had to create a short film using our own scripts. We started the project by pitching script ideas to the class. Next, we created a treatment and synopsis for our scripts. Then we began writing our scripts. After we wrote our scripts, the class voted on the ones that we wanted to produce. Then, we made groups and began pre-production. We did storyboards and production schedules to keep us productive during filming. During filming, we filmed 3 days at 3 different locations. Once we finished filming, we began editing. this project took around 3 weeks to complete. We faced some challenges along the way, such as the Ain during filming days, and the lack of time to edit. We overcame them by using a tarp and umbrella, and by staying extra to edit. I learned about short film production and new editing tricks. Our feedback was that it was really good, but it was hard to follow in some parts. Overall, I thought it turned out good, and it portrayed the script well. 

Music Video

     Another project that we did was creating a music video. We had to create a music video, either from an original idea or recreating another one. It took about 3 weeks to complete. Along the way, we faced challenges, such as filming dates and finding actors. I learned more about editing and shot sequencing. Our feedback was that the filter on the "flashback" videos was too dramatic. We did not get a chance to change it. Overall, I thought it turned out good, and we could have improved it if we had more time.  

Class Time

     I thought I used my class time well this semester. If I finished early, I kept improving the project or did other work. If I needed to, I would come in after school to work on our project. I also dedicated a lot of time outside of class to film.

Strengths

     I think my strengths are in pre-production and editing. I have good ideas for pre-production, and want to plan ahead so we are organized during filming. I also think I am good at editing. I like sequencing the clips and making them the best they can be.

Areas of Improvement

     I can still improve in many areas. I don't really know how to se the camera, so I could improve my camera skills. I also can improve on shots and framing. To improve these areas, I can use the camera more often, and study shots and framing.

Short Film Experience

     During the short film, I was the editor and also helped with some filming and art direction. Our short film was horror/thriller. During the process, I learned a lot about short film production and shot framing. My script writing skills also improved due to writing the longline, treatment, synopsis, and script that I created.

Conclusion

     This semester, I enjoyed the short film and music video. If I could change something, I would perfect all of the shots on our short film so that it was really good, and change the music video a little bit. This semester, I learned a lot about entertainment video and shots, and pre-production. Next year, my goal is to have fun in my ecomm strand, and be successful. This year was really fun, and I learned a lot this year. 

Semester Final- Graphic Design

Projects

Greeting Card

     I enjoyed doing the greeting card project this semester. For this project, we had to create a greeting card using Illustrator and InDesign. This project took around 1 week to complete. While creating this, I faced some challenges, such as using InDesign for the first time. I learned how to use Indesign and overcame the challenge. I took feedback from my peers and teacher to make my project better. In my original idea, I wanted to use a calligraphy font, but I ended up not using it because I could not trace it the way I wanted it to look. Overall, I liked the design on my card and thought I did well.

Color Typography

     Another project that we did was the color typography quotes. We picked 4 different quotes, and used typography and fonts to create them. This project took around 1 week to complete. I faced challenges with laying out the text, and finding color schemes. I learned how to mix fonts and make boring fonts more exciting. I got feedback that my colors were too hard to see. I changed one of the designs from the original black and white typography design. I enjoyed this project, and overall thought that I did well, but could have improved in some areas.

Event Advertising

     One of my favorite projects was the special event advertising. We had to research a musician or artist and create advertising for their event using postcards, posters, and tickets. This project took around 2-2.5 weeks to complete. I had some challenges, such as coming up with ideas for postcard design and creating the ticket layout. I learned more about layout and design. My original idea was pretty much the same throughout the project, and did not change drastically. I think that I did well on this project, and that it is one of my stronger projects.

Class Time

     I think I used my class time wisely this semester. If I finished early, I started the blog post or worked on endorsement work. I researched how to improve my skills if I needed the skill for the project. Outside of class, I used Raven 50 to work on endorsement work, such as the Sophomore Committee t-shirt, Fashion Show poster, and address cards for my grandparents.

Strengths

     Some of my strengths include coming up with ideas to make, and using the pen tool. I think that I can come up with a lot of ideas while sketching/thinking, but I have trouble executing them. I also think that my pen tool skills have improved a lot this year, and I now know how to use it to my benefit. I also have good time-management skills, and normally turned in all of my projects on time or earlier than the deadline. 

Areas of Improvement

     I think I can improve in many areas. My technical skills in Illustrator and Photoshop can be improved. I also think that I can improve in vector portraits, because my vector project did not turn out good, and I was disappointed with it. I can also use new color schemes and be adventurous because I tend to use the same shades of colors. 

Conclusion

     Overall, I enjoyed this year in sophomore graphic design. I liked the creative freedom that we had with each project, and how I could make each project unique. If I could change anything in his class, I would do less tutorials I Photoshop because we used Illustrator more often, and I would do more illustrator tutorials. For next year, I want to be successful in my e-Comm strand (SID), and have fun. I enjoyed this class a lot this year, and it helped me learn a lot about graphic design.