While I am Gone

PHOTOJOURNALISM (OTHER CLASSES, GO TO YOUR SPECIFIC PAGES

MAY 3

As a break from the photography world today, check out https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dh1CZbMYUpY for a quick tutorial on creating shapes to go along with your photos/designs in photoshop.

• When you finish the tutorial, look at using some basic shapes to create your own 'photo business' logo that is round or square in nature.

APRIL 26

Pick one of these two tutorials to follow along with:

• Creating Double Exposures
• Retouch Eyes

Since you are displaced, you can use photos from either Unsplash.com (GREAT for the double exposures) or Google Images.

Whichever tutorial you choose, you need to have a finished product to show for it.

FRIDAY, April 5

$29.99 Tripod - Huge deal right now.

$69 Tripod - A little sturdier, but more expensive.

Check out this video about how curves work in Lightroom. Yes, there's a bit of science and technology going on in the first couple of minutes that may not interest many of you, but it's nice to actually understand how the heck channels and curves actually work if you're planning to continue to grow in your edit game. And yes, there are a lot of similarities to how it works in Photoshop, but there are also a few key differences and advantages. Most importantly, there's a setting you have to change to make curves work in Lightroom the same way they do in Photoshop; by default the curves panel is sort of dumbed down into something else. Once you've got it down, do some creative edits using the curves to create at least 3 different photos that are examples of one or combos of the different techniques presented in the video, such as matted out black levels, color toning, or contrast adjustments. Keep them in lightroom until I get back, unless of course you personally want to export them and send them along for whatever personal purpose.

OLD STUFF

• Check out this video on how Collections help you powerfully organize your photos in the Library module. There are multiple types of collections, that serve multiple functions.
• If you are gone Wednesday for SAT, then start with this video instead on using the Adjustment Brush for specific edits: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9R1LOGN6568
• Thursday/Friday there will be a specific assignment you'll have to turn in for a summative. EVERY PERSON WILL EDIT THEIR OWN PHOTOS.
• NEW FOR FRIDAY: This video will show you how graduated and radial filters work in Lightroom CC. These are two VERY useful tools for 'painting' your image in a way that your viewer will place their attention exactly where you want it. You may work on your own images using this, or here is his sample image.
• When you are done with all of the above, you should have the radial/adjustment image you used as in your shared drive folder, and the ability to open up and show in lightroom what you've done to at least two images using the adjustment brush. We'll go over exporting them out of lightroom when I get back next week.

Photojournalism - 6th period

PRACTICE - HELLO DOLLY HEADSHOTS

• Watch this video about how curves work in Photoshop; we mentioned them briefly previously.
• Using Curves, create at least two different edits of two different photos (four total edits).
  • If you have photos previously shot on one of our cameras or a phone, feel free to use them.
  • Or, Check out these four .CR2's for some good editing potential.
  • It's not a must that you use CR2's, but many JPEG's are not great candidates for extensive editing.

OLD STUFF BELOW

WATCH: GRADIENT MAPS FOR COLOR GRADING:

When done, color tone at least two images using the techniques. If you need to email a photo to a neighbor so everyone has a photo, or email yourself a photo from your phone, feel free to do so. But EVERYONE needs their own photos to edit/submit.

Step 1:

Visit the links below before proceeding to the directions underneath them.

https://www.photographymad.com/pages/view/lenses

https://newatlas.com/camera-lens-buying-guide/29141/

You will use your knowledge found on the previous pages to create an infographic depicting the different types and characteristics of lenses. These should include at the very least:

Information about the following types of lenses:

- Wide angle, standard, and telephoto (preferably also ultra wide and super telephoto)

- Prime vs zoom

The information on these should discuss the following:

- How each lens differs in terms of focal length (mm)

- How primes vs zooms differ in terms of price, max aperture, and sharpness

You may also look to include info on the following, though they are not required:

- Macro Lenses

- Tilt Shift Lenses

Canon Intro To Lenses

As always, the most important rule is that the sub/guest educator gets mad respect. Err on the side of caution here for one day.

Step 2:

• Click here and, as it says at top of document, make a copy to your own drive you can type in.
• Someone can log in on the podium computer just like you would on the other computers in the room, then using the touch panel on the wall, tap the 'plate' input to make the computer monitor appear on the projector. Or, you can do the next bullets on your own with headphones.
• Use the document above to answer questions tied to Video 1, Video 2, and Video 3.
• If the videos don't work due to the internet being blocked, play them from here.
• Don't hate me for the bad dubstep in these videos. They're from 2011. But, Vincent LaForet is a very knowledgeable and world-renowned photographer, actually, who used to work for the New York Times. He's moved into the world of filmmaking as well, having done commercials for Nike, among other clients.

Step 3:

I don't expect these answers to be the most educated, precise things, because most of you don't know much about the difference and uses of these lenses yet. Just... instinctively why are you picking this lens? Your answers might have to do with the fact that you see it has a large range of focal lengths, or maybe just because it appears to be large, a different color than the other lenses, and expensive. Maybe it's a mix of technical/realistic reasons, or maybe it's because of what you think this lens can do or what it looks like even. Don't go out and do a ton of research on these lenses; we'll learn more about lenses, and revisit this for more educated 'purchases.'

Using what things you do know about lenses so far, you have $10,000 to spend buying lenses for your camera. You have to follow these rules:

• No single lens may be more than 50% of your money, and no two lenses may be more than 75% of your money ($7,500).
• There must be a minimum of four lenses purchased, and a maximum of 10.
• You need to have no more than $200 left over when all is said and done, or else your assignment is incomplete.
• The lenses you pick need to be either EF or EF-S type; DO NOT PICK AN EF-M LENS as they do not fit DSLR's.

The biggest key here is that you tell me why you chose the lenses you chose. Your overall response should include at least 1-2 COMPLETE SENTENCES per lens.

Incomplete sentences will result in points off. As your knowledge of lenses and how we use them grows throughout the year, the choices you would make will grow as well. Later on when we do this again, your list will likely look very different.

Know that there aren't correct answers, and you can and will feel confused looking at the different lenses. This is just you shopping around and really seeing what is out there in terms of lenses, and how much they cost. Do make an effort to cover a lot of different scenarios, though!

Don't forget to include the price when you list a lens in your document, as well as the link to the actual lens.

Remember: The link for the lenses can be found at http://shop.usa.canon.com/shop/en/catalog/lenses-flashes

Out of stock lenses are fair game. After all, this is imaginary money.

YOU WILL SUBMIT YOUR ASSIGNMENT through your Google Drive Shared folder.

Step 3: Read this article - pick three quotes you like best, and figure out why each of the people who said those quotes are famous (example: George Eastman has

something to do with photography equipment versus photos) . You'll do this on the computer and want to type these in google drive or something, as the quotes, names, and something about why they're famous in photography or art will be submitted digitally for a grade when i get back.

Step 3: If you finish and have time, be quiet. Be peaceful. Do not give the sub issues. I started out as a sub before I was a full-on teacher, and while there are very, very few ways to make me angry, disrespecting a sub is one of them. They have been instructed to let me know who steps out of line. Keep food and drink put away except for water that can close, and talk with classmates to a minimum. Phones should be put away until you are done... Do step 3 using the computer.

AVP II - 2nd/3rd pd

• First rule is to always make life easy for the sub.
• Before you run off into your many pursuits, consider this 3 minute video on speed ramping in Premiere Pro. It's an effect you're all too familiar with, but probably didn't know it was as easy to do as this. You can do it via the effect control panels up top, but this is a much easier approach.
• Also, Peruse these for some special effects, transitions, lower thirds, titles, etc. to add to your Premiere Pro toolkit. Be sure to use a junk email address to get to the download. If you don't have a junk email address for signing up for things, you definitely should be getting one. Cinecom is a good little site and a mediocre but sometimes good youtube channel for the most part, but the truly best part is the main guy's super European accent (Belgian).
• You can grab gear from next door as needed, or film out on location. I'll have passes prepared for you.
• There are BlackMagic batteries on my desk if it is low for the yearbook/cinemagraph groups. Be sure to grab the ones that are the same brand as the one that's in it; the other branded ones are the ones that don't hold a charge.
• If you're not part of any of the above filmings, consider getting with Willow/Audrey/Evelyn about being a part of their cinemagraph, or make sure you've taken care of the items below.
• Nofilmschool article if for some reason you still haven't done it.
• Aunt Lynda's House - Remember, the order you want to watch them in is CHapter 13, then 4 and 5. Optionally, check out chapter 3 on color as well.
  • There will be an upcoming assignment on using the graphics panel as well, by the way, so you'll want to get the two on graphics watched sooner rather than later.
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Gmetrix account creation/login

Laptop Buying Guide

Chik Fil A Assets1

LYNDA.COM ACCESS

METHOD 1:

1) Log in to google with your SCHOOL google account. It will not work if you don't do this.

2) Copy and paste this link into your browser: http://www.lynda.com/portal/googleplus?org=nisdtx.org

3) Proceed to step 6 below.

METHOD 2:

1) Log in to google with your SCHOOL google account. It will not work if you don't do this.

2) Go to Lynda.com, and click on 'Sign in' button at the top right corner.

3) DO NOT actually type anything in the login, but actually click on the link at the bottom of the box that says 'sign in with your organization portal.'

4) In the box that appears, type in "nisdtx.org" (without the quotes).

5) Usually, step 4 will not be necessary after the first time you log in on a computer in that specific browser.

6) On the next screen, click I have not had a Lynda account. You have used this account in the past, but this is about transferring settings from a different/personal account. This only shows up at the start of the year.

Academy Script Formatting

Composition of Shots with Will Smith

Shot Composition and Orson Welles

Wedding Photography - Bridal Party

Wedding Photography - Bride and Groom

Wedding Photography - Brides

Wedding Photography - Family

Wedding Photography - Toasts

Wedding Photography - Groomsmen

Wedding Photography - Bridesmaids

Wedding Photography - Details

Splash Photography

February Portrait Signup

Maya - The Time Editor

Smoother Animations Tutorial

After Effects CC 2018: Visual Effects for Video

After Effects CC 2018: Motion Graphics

Animation 1 Topics Covered

Adobe Animate CC - Lynda Course

Adobe Animate CC Animation-based course

Adobe Animate CC - Scenes

Adobe Animate CC - Interactive Design

AV Production I To-Do Items

1. Check out and complete this tutorial on removing noise from audio. You actually use Audition, Adobe's sound editor, but that can actually be used on video clips as well. note the link for the sample file download is in the video description, or you can just grab it here. You will need to have a finished audio file as an example for a grade to turn in.

2. If you finish that, take some time to watch this video on pay rates for cinematographers.

Stuff below this line is from a previous absence and isn't relevant; I'm just leaving it here for the time being.

Complete the following in the list you see them below. You may have done some already, but several folks are missing one or the other.

1. If for some reason you haven't completed it yet, complete the assignment below on blocking and staging.

2. Watch This video about the history of modern screenplays, taking note of key points along the way in a Google Drive document.

4. If you manage to complete all of this, check out This article on shot lists and lined scripts. Get with any groupmates who are done with 1-3, and read through this process. It's an extremely useful addition to do a lined script in addition to just a shot list,.

Shot Diagram Template

Eportfolio Checklist

- Senior sample portfolio

- Freshman Portfolio Sample

Submission Link for TINYURL of your PUBLISHED eportfolio

NOTE: IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SUBMITTED YOUR PORTFOLIO, YOU NEED TO DO THE FOLLOWING TO RE-SUBMIT IT USING A CORRECT TINYURL:

• WHEN AT THE TINYURL SCREEN WITH YOUR COPIED HOME PAGE LINK, MAKE SURE AND TYPE YOUR NAME/PORTFOLIO (LIKE HOW YOU NAMED YOUR GOOGLE SITE) IN THE 'ALIAS' BOX BELOW WHERE YOU PASTE YOUR LINK TO GET A MORE RELEVANT TINYURL INSTEAD OF RANDOM CHARACTERS.
• WHEN YOU GO TO THE GOOGLE FORM TO SUBMIT YOUR LINK AGAIN, BE SURE TO CHECK THE BOX 'THIS IS THE SECOND TIME I HAVE SUBMITTED' TO CANCEL YOUR PREVIOUS SUBMISSION.

Animation

So you want to be an animator?

Free Maya and other Autodesk Downloads

Animation History

10 Breakthroughs in Animation

Filmmaker IQ - Blocking and Staging

1. keyboard shortcuts to add:

• paste attributes: CMD + SHIFT + V
• Add Edit - SHIFT + A
• Mark Clip - T
• Timeline Zoom and Zoom to Timeline
• Nudge Clip - Option + Arrow Keys
• Nudge Clip farther - Option + SHIFT + Arrow Keys
• Extend Edit - E
• Markers - M
• Split marker - OPTION + Click on marker
• Reverse Match Frame - OPT + F
• Deselect All - CMD + SHIFT + A

ASSIGNMENT: Watch the video above then answer the questions below the link. If you don't have headphones, just watch without. You can even work together to watch and answer:

Answer these questions in a google drive document as you watch. Note the times of the questions as follows, but you'll need to watch the entire video starting at 2:50 for it to make good sense. You can watch the first 3 minutes if you like, and there's relevant stuff in there, just not specific to the major content of the video.

2:50 start watching

4:00 - What are a couple ways the director covers up the flat performances of the actors in this ‘control take?’

4:30 - Why does the director make switches from close-ups to medium shots?

8:00 - How would you describe what he refers to as ‘business,’ and how does he use business to relate to the action taking place in the scene?

9:00 - What was so interesting about how the actors’ changes in eye contact throughout the business cut came into being?

12:30 - What’s the difference in look between the shoulder mount and steadicam?

13:45 - What’s the disadvantage to the brushless motor stabilizer (ours is known as the Movi)?

21:45 - Why does the sitcom take shoot mostly in wide shots?

When you're done, be sure you have the location of your drive document in your shared drive folder. Having problems getting into your drive? Do it on paper if you like, but when I get back you'll need to get it typed and into your drive.

Portrait Samples - SMiles

Photography II How-To's

Matching Skin Tones across the Body

Fixing Redness in Skin

Shot List Template

Film Crew List Sheet (make a copy to your drive)

Shooting Script Example

Shooting Scripts Description

Cinemagraph Tutorial

Formatting Screenplays

Oscars 2018 Screenplays

AMAT STOLES (SENIORS ONLY)

All Senior AMAT students can now purchase their AMAT stole for Graduation. Purchase a new AMAT stole online for $35.00. You must purchase online. The last day to order a stole is March 2, 2018. If you do not purchase a stole by this date, your Senior will not have one for graduation. The stole order will be placed on March 3, 2018 in order to arrive on time for graduation. Your student will receive his/her stole the last week of school. Here are the directions for purchasing online:

• Visit http://tx-northwest.intouchreceipting.com
• Log in with your parent HAC Username and Password
• Select the student’s name
• Under “Shop”, select “Items At Student’s School”
• Select “Creative Media Productions”
• Click “Buy” in the “CMP Graduation Stole” row
• Select “Checkout” at the top right of the screen
• After reviewing your items, select “Checkout” at the bottom of the page
• Insert your information and click “Pay Now”

Cables and Connectors

• If you hadn't done so previously, script out (this includes lines as well as any actual movement/acting) an approximately 30 second scene involving dialogue between two people. Remember, this should include minimal movement (someone walking into or out of the frame and sitting down at a table, for instance, is about the maximum amount of movement you'd want). Think about the triangle coverage you'd like to include, as well as any inserts or close-ups. List the types of shots either as they happen in the scene or at the bottom after you've scripted out the lines. You will turn this in for a grade by Thursday. If you finish that part of it, also look at adding notes about how you would like to light your subjects in the shots. Can't remember the terminology?
  • Basic Lighting Terminology
  • LIghting People in the Dark
• If you finish those things, then you could either finish the work you might still have below or watch This great video about LIGHTING A MOVING ACTOR.
• Link to Clip for makeup
• In 1st period, you'll find a video clip on the main folder of the MyBook (external hard drives) named 'AVST_Workshop_Download_Part2.' It's put on every computer except numbers 11-13 and, I believe, 17-19, so you can work around the group with Mr. Rawe.
• In 4th period, it's on the desktop of every computer in Mrs. Christopher's, and is just named 'Gaston Assignment.'
• START WATCHING THE CLIP AT THE FIRST IF WATCHING ONLINE, as he begins talking about camera settings.
• As you watch, answer the following questions that you will TURN IN FOR A GRADE. You can do them by hand, or in a Drive document. You can just number them, and don't have to write down questions.
  • 1. At the 34:00 mark (1:00 online) - What did he say you have to do with lenses back in the day to get a good, sharp photo?
  • 2. At 36:30 (3:30 online) - What is his tip about shooting handheld with a camera to get a good 'handheld look?'
  • 3. 38:30 (5:30 online) - Compared to a usual two people straight on master shot, how are the two people positioned in this master shot a little differently?
  • 4. At 40:00 (7:00 online) - How did they create/bounce light to give the soft light coming through the bright window look?
  • 5. For this 'question,' just compile some notes over the next 20 minutes worth of footage about how they position the lights, how close/far they put the lights from the actors, whether or not they diffuse each of the lights or not... enjoy the 'rehearsal!'

CMP 2018-2019 Survey

Career Tree

https://www.onetonline.org

http://www.careercruising.com

http://www.careeronestop.org/ExploreCareers/Learn/career-profiles.aspx

https://collegegrad.com/careers/all

http://www.bls.gov/k12/

http://www.bls.gov/ooh/a-z-index.htm

Roots Worksheet - PDF - Remember, you must go to print - Save as PDF or do a screenshot to save the text.

AV Production Assignment:

• Watch the 3 videos below
• In part 1, take notes about the parts of a lens, how the iris affects depth of field, and then the different 'types of lenses' - zoom vs prime lenses. Don't worry about memorizing any focal lengths, just notice the trend as the focal length increases. There are a couple of lenses they mention people use for cinema/film, so take note of those.
• In pt 2, also You don't have to memorize specific focal length numbers, but just an idea of how the lenses and what they see/show changes as focal length changes.
• Take notes in pt 3 about how the lenses are used/affect different types of scenes.

Behind the Glass Pt1: Lenses

Behind the Glass Pt2: Focal Length

Behind the Glass Pt3:

Resource for Types of Camera Shots

- Anything after Extreme Close up you don't have to worry about.

- At the bottom of the page, note the list of links for Camera Moves. You should know these as well.

Warp Stabilizer Guide

Adobe Speedgrade Course - See guide on the lines below:

• Be sure to download exercise files off of the tab just under the video player before you go any further. They're pretty big, so they can get rolling while you watch the first few videos.
• Watch the first two videos - Welcome and 'how does it fit into workflow?'
• Skip all the way to chapter two after that, and dig in. I'll cut more videos out depending on how far along you get, as well as portions of some other clips, but most of these first videos are key.

RESOURCES FOR NHSTV STUDENTS:

NBC News Package on NHSTV

Find Your Story - Save a copy to your drive, as you can't actually edit this one.

News Package Proposal Form

Package Proposal Submission

News Packages Example Playlist - or try this link

Regional News Anchoring Examples

LOGO DESIGN

Fastco - The Makings of a Great Logo

Behance - 11 steps to a great logo

Paul Rand

Logos with Negative Space

Bell Redesign by Saul Bass

More on Saul Bass

Sculptris ALpha Download (mac)

Sculptris Installer for Windows

In Saturn's Rings

The following links will take you to the trailer/sneak peeks of the video we looked at last week. It is a compilation of still images from NASA missions that have been turned into IMAX-quality video.

• http://vimeo.com/69455856 - official trailer
• http://vimeo.com/33933151 - The more in-depth Saturn flyby shots
• http://vimeo.com/34001144 - a variety of work-in-progress shots

The following is the link to the Wired article about using Mario Paint to compose songs. http://www.wired.com/underwire/2013/09/monday-jam-get-lucky-mario-paint/