Wow, my first actual blog post !! How exciting. I'm really starting to feel like part of the family -- in the class, that is. It's been kinda awkward so far trying to fit in with everyone else, since they already know each other from last year, and not to mention, I'm already somewhat shy, but everyone's been really friendly and I can't wait to see what this class has in store! :)
I've learned quite a bit in the past two (ish) weeks. The first week we were given sheets about classroom saftey and whatnot, which I'm sure everyone from last year already knew about. Then we started transitioning into learning about how to use Photoshop, for instance, working with layers, filters, color corrections, adjustments, retouching, etc., with a cute little photo of a ducky, an image of the desert, and a creepy alien guy. (Also featuring: inverted demon raspberries, ghost articokes, and floating words.) I already know a bit about Photoshop from using it at home in my own videos, but going through these demos has helped me get more in-depth information, which is
great because I love Photoshop, omg. I can't wait to learn more about it! I also can't wait for when we get into making videos, because I would really like to know more about editing with Adobe Premiere and how it compares to Sony Vegas.
However, Photoshop can also be rather frustrating. Especially when we were given worksheets with Photoshop excercises. Some of the instructions were hard to follow,
especially the Selections worksheet with the carrot part !! I had to keep redoing / rereading it because I kept messing up, and in the end, I still don't think I did it right.
But it's not that bad. It's been great so far getting to know everyone, and I'm really happy that this class is more laid back compared to the classes back at Lockport High. It's great because everyone here has a similar interest: video making, and that's what I'm all about !! Furthermore, it seems like everyone is always willing to help, so I never hesitate to ask if I have a question about something (since I'm still a n00b). :P
Also, I found this video about how people create rubber props for films & movies that I thought was interesting:
http://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2015-07-16/hollywood-props-so-real-the-secret-service-complains I just thought it was cool how, since technology has improved over the decades, cameras literally capture
everything now, so they need to make props that look realistic enough to make the film believable. However, some of the props can cause problems, as they can look
too realistic. For example, fake money could be confused with real money, or fake police badges could be confused as well, both of which have been stolen in the past, and people have gotten in trouble because of it.
Well, that's all for this week, buh byeeeee ~
Hullo! First of all, your blog is absolutely cuteness overload. I am thoroughly bombarded by the adorable emoticons and fishes! Adorableness aside, your writing has character which is something very hard to find in most blogs. Now relating to your weekly comment, I think you'll fit in quite fine with the class especially the front row as we are very quiet and perhaps shy. I'm looking forward to seeing your creative content through film! I've fed your fish too much food, oops. ヾ(´A｀)ノﾟ
ReplyDeleteWelcome to the family! It can get rowdy, but we can be our true selves
ReplyDeleteI thought the Rubber Prop video was way cool! It was very interesting how real they get props to look for films especially to the point where the Government needs to confiscate them. Anyhow welcome to the class Elaine, I look forward to getting to know you throughout the school year!
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