Visual & Sound Production - Exercises
22.04.2024 - 19.04.2024 / Week 1 - Week 4
Teo Mei Hui / 0358315
Visual & Sound Production / Bachelors of Design (Honors) in Creative Media
/ Taylor's University
Exercises
CONTENTS
1. Lectures
2. Instructions
3. Task
5. Reflections
LECTURES
Week 1
Time Based Project
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Pre-production (Preparation)
- Idea development
- Story
- Storyboard
- Visual References
- Location/ Props
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Production (Principal Shooting)
- Lighting
- Costume
- Principal Shooting
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Post Production (Editing)
- Offline editing
- Online editing
- Audio editing
Week 2
INSTRUCTIONS
TASK
Week 1
Exercise 1: Mints
- Download provided footage
- Create NEW Premiere Pro Project
- Import footage into Premiere Pro
- Arrange shots on timeline with proper order
- Export video
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| Figure 1.1 Arranging footage in correct order |
Figure 1.2 Mints video
Exercise 2: Doritos
- Download provided footage
- Create NEW Premiere Pro Project
- Import footage into Premiere Pro
- Arrange shots on timeline with proper order
- Export video
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| Figure 1.3 Arranging footage in correct order |
Figure 1.4 Doritos video
Week 1 Asynchronous Class Materials Reflection:
To understand the basics of cinematography, we were introduced to shot size,
camera angle, framing
and composition. Shot size refers to how much space can be seen in a single shot. Different shot sizes convey different information or emotions. For example, close-up shots shows a small area in great detail, in order amplify an emotion or reaction. Meanwhile, wide shots are used to show lager areas in order to establish the setting or context.
and composition. Shot size refers to how much space can be seen in a single shot. Different shot sizes convey different information or emotions. For example, close-up shots shows a small area in great detail, in order amplify an emotion or reaction. Meanwhile, wide shots are used to show lager areas in order to establish the setting or context.
Camera angle refers to where the camera is located to film the shot.
Different perspective and information can be conveyed through using
different angles. A high angle shot creates a sense of vulnerability,
whereas a low angle shot creates a sense of dominance.
Framing is the art and science of placing subjects in a shot. Composition
refers to the way visual elements are arranged in a scene. For example,
how characters or objects are placed within a frame, using color and
lighting, and creating balance and symmetry for the overall scene.
Composition can be used to create visual interest, guide the viewer's eye,
and convey meaning or emotion. All these are important tools that filmmakers
utilize to convey their ideas.
Week 1 Quiz result:
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| Figure 1.5 Week 1 quiz results |
Week 2
Exercise 1: Shooting
Shooting practice using different shots and angle given, editing, (add caption: Adobe Premiere Pro CC - Basic Titles for Beginners), then post it in our blog under Exercises section.
Shooting practice using different shots and angle given, editing, (add caption: Adobe Premiere Pro CC - Basic Titles for Beginners), then post it in our blog under Exercises section.
Figure 1.6 Camera shots and dubbing exercise
Exercise 2: Lalin
Download the footages. Watch the original Lalin video. Trim and edit the
footages (add transitions) following the tutorial video.
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| Figure 1.7 Trimming & inserting footage by order |
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| Figure 1.8 Adding cross dissolve transition to make person disappear |
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| Figure 1.9 Adding dip to black transition at opening and ending |
Figure 1.10 Lalin video
Week 2 Asynchronous Class Materials Questions
Lalin
1. Which part is act 1, act 2, act 3 respectively? Describe each act
with ONE paragraph only.
Act 1 shows us who Lalin is, a Thai net idol studying in Japan
who uses face filters to hide away her insecurities, she never takes
of her mask in public. She meets a Thai friend, Nut through online who
needs her help to translate the book he wrote. Act 2 begins as
Lalin and Nut start growing closer and developing feelings for each
other, but Lalin still refuses to show her face without the mask to
him. Nut surprises Lalin by delivering the book in person instead of
through mail, but Lalin did not want to see him. Act 3 shows
Lalin finding out that Nut is actually a friend from the past who she
had shown kindness to, whom has also seen her real face, through
reading the book he left behind. She then runs to find him.
2. What is the inciting incident in the movie?
When Lalin gets approached by Nut online, where he asks her for help
to translate his book. They grow closer and develop feelings for each
other.
3. What is the midpoint scene in the movie?
When Nut surprises Lalin by travelling to Japan and to deliver his
book in person. However, Lalin was not ready to show her true face,
thus she refuses to meet him.
4. What is the Climax scene in the movie?
When Lalin reads Nut's book and finds out he is a friend from the
past whom she had shown kindness towards before, he has also seen her
real face.
5.What is the theme of the movie?
The theme of the movie revolves around self-acceptance.
Everything Everywhere All At Once
1. Which part is act 1, act 2, act 3 respectively? Describe each act
with ONE paragraph only.
Act 1 introduces the Evelyn's life as well as the family and
financial struggles that she faces. Evelyn then gets contacted by an
alternate-universe version of her husband Waymond, through this she
learns about the existence of the multiverse. Act 2 begins when
Evelyn taps into her ability to access skills from her other lives in
the multiverse, using the ability she confronts Jobu Tupaki, an
alternate evil version of her daughter Joy. She then realizes she
can't use brute force to defeat Jobu Tupaki. Act 3 shows Evelyn
confronting Jobu Tupaki with empathy and acceptance, where they both
reconcile and find closure.
2. What is the inciting incident in the movie?
When Evelyn discovers the existence of the multiverse and her ability
to access skills from her other lives. The revelation turns Evelyn's
ordinary life upside down and forces her on an adventure of self
discovery.
3. What is the midpoint scene in the movie?
When Evelyn realizes that she can not use brute force to defeat Jobu
Tupaki. Instead, she starts to learn that empathy, acceptance and
kindness are the key.
4. What is the Climax scene in the movie?
When Evelyn confronts Jobu Tupaki using kindness and empathy, instead
of brute force. She counters Jobu Tupaki's despair with
love.
5.What is the theme of the movie?
The theme of the movie revolves around the power of love and
connections.
Week 2 Quiz result:
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| Figure 1.11 Week 2 quiz results |
Week 3
Week 3 Asynchronous Class Materials Reflection
A storyboard is the visual representation of a film, animation or video
game sequence, where the actions have been broken down into individual
panels. It is laid out in comic book form to help pre-visualize a
film.
Storyboards are used to plan shots, understand the narrative flow, and to
communicate ideas to the production team. They include details such
as camera angles, character movements, dialogue, and notes about special
effects or sound to help filmmakers visualize the scenes and prepare for
shooting. It is a crucial part of the pre-production process as it lets
filmmakers experiment with different ideas, identify underlying problems,
and make necessary adjustments before filming, which saves time and money.
To make a storyboard, we have to first identify the key scenes in a the
scripts. Then, we map put the key scenes by adding numbers and titles to
it, so it's easier to link back to the script. Next, we add sketches or
images in order to visualize the scenes. Moving on, we need to communicate
what happens in each scene by writing the details such as composition and
framing, camera movements and transitions. A complete and detailed
storyboard should communicate your ideas easily to the team, and make the
production process much smoother.
Week 3 Quiz Result:
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| Figure 1.12 Week 3 quiz results |
Week 4
Week 4 Asynchronous Class Materials Reflection
The filmmaking process consists of three main stages: pre-production,
production, and post-production.
Pre-production: This is the planning stage of filmmaking, where all the
necessary preparations are made before filming begins. This includes
scriptwriting, creating storyboards, casting actors, scouting locations,
designing sets and costumes, and hiring crew members.
Production: This is the stage where the actual filming occurs. The
production team will collaborate to capture all of the footage required
for the film, following the plans created during pre-production. This
stage can be challenging because it requires a large group of people
working together and managing a complex schedule.
Post-production: This is the stage where the footage is edited and
assembled into a finished product. This includes tasks such as cutting
and arranging scenes, adding music and sound effects, color grading, and
visual effects. Post-production can be a time-consuming, as it requires
careful attention to detail.
Week 4 Quiz Result:
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| Figure 1.13 week 4 quiz results |
REFLECTIONS
Through out these 4 weeks, I learned a lot about the basics of
cinematography and film production, such as shot sizes, the three-act
structure, and storyboarding. I also learned how to use basic tools in Adobe
Premiere Pro to edit, assemble footages and add caption. Now I am able to
edit my own videos t a certain extent. It has been a fun learning
experience, and I am excited to learn more throughout this module.
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