End of 3rd Marking Period Reflections

 MP3 Reflections

    Makayla's transition from one medium to another was very admirable! So late in the year, it seems extremely daunting to switch up on the type of projects you're making. It's especially impressive considering it has been a while since she's even used Blender. It shows a willingness to learn and adapt! Through my own process, I've thought about giving up on my animation, as I found that I enjoyed/had an easier time modeling/sculpting than I did rigging and posing. I resolved to continue though, as I want to challenge myself. Makayla's resolve to challenge herself motivates me even more to continue working hard on my project.

 

 

    Sean's composition in his latest short film was extremely well done! The still above in particular was so loaded with information despite no narration to explain what's happening. His use of show, don't tell is excellent and something that I definitely need to perfect considering my animation will have no dialogue or narration. Watching his film made me consider how I want each frame of my animation to work. I've read through my screenplay and created a storyboard in my head. Purposeful shots will make my work much more valuable.

Zach's style of combining live action footage with screen recordings is a great example of his editing! The transitions between the two are seamless; It adds to his story without breaking the immersion of it. It's more than just the cuts, it's also the lighting and the sound that help make the combination so great. For my own project, I plan on adding a few stills (to set the scene and for comedic purposes). Learning how to incorporate them into my animation is essential, and the way Zach goes about it is a great reference.