Monthly Archives: January 2013

Welcome to the Camera (finally!)

All cameras (no matter how fancy or expensive or small) have 3 main components. They are: lens body viewfinder The lens lets in light and thus an image. The body processes the image either chemically to a film (which needs … Continue reading

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Visual Story Sequences

Telling a story visually – thatʻs the challenge here! There are many ways to do it, but I will introduce a standard pattern that I want you all to master. Once youʻve mastered it, you are free to switch it … Continue reading

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Storyboards

Before even going out to shoot, itʻs crucial to have a plan first. If you can visualize your shots, youʻll have an idea of how the shots fit together. It helps you communicate with the rest of your crew and … Continue reading

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Framing & Composition

Think of the camera as your paint brush and the screen as your canvas. The arrangement of the objects on your screen refer to Framing & Composition. Here are notes from our lecture: 12F_Framing_Comp_Notes

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Name Project Rubric

The total points for this project is 100 pts. Please click below for the rubric: Name Project Rubric

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Name Project Presentations Weds 1/16

Be ready to present your name projects at the start of class. You need to have everything printed (in color) PRIOR to coming to class. Make sure that the names you are showing is also with your photos on your … Continue reading

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Name Project Presentation Tuesday 1/15

Be ready to present your name projects at the start of class. You need to have everything printed (in color) PRIOR to coming to class. Make sure that the names you are showing is also with your photos on your … Continue reading

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Assignment 2: Story of Your Name

HOMEWORK DUE MONDAY 1/14: Find out the story of your names or research what it means. Gather photos or take photos to use in your project and bring it to the next class. Video is a succession of still photography … Continue reading

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Assignment 1: Show & Tell due 1/13, Mon

Please bring 3 items about YOU to share with the class: · 1 object that relates to your past · 1 object that relates to your present · 1 object that relates to your future These three items should represent … Continue reading

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Assignment 1: Show & Tell DUE 1/11, Fri

Please bring 3 items about YOU to share with the class: · 1 object that relates to your past · 1 object that relates to your present · 1 object that relates to your future These three items should represent … Continue reading

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