Three things I learned:
1.) That the Avengers was the third highest grossing movie of all time.
2.) That the movie Avengers also pulled in over 1.5 billion dollars at the box office.
3.) That they believe that the next set of movies will help create future movies for years to come.
Two opinions I had:
1.) I liked how they explained five whole different reasons and went in depth with those reasons.
2.) I disliked how they said that it might effect television shows as well to where t.v. shows are based off of movies, which sometimes works but most of the time they never last.
One question I had:
1.) How amazing will movies have to get before we, the viewer, can interact with the movie itself and determine the outcome of it while we watch. I think that would be pretty cool.
Sunday, December 9, 2012
First Article: Peter Ramsey "Rise of the Guardians" Director, Takes Russian Santa Very Seriously.
Three things I learned:
1.) That Peter Ramsey is the Director for "Rise of the Guardians".
2.) That it took this long for someone to come up with the idea for this kind of movie where all the mythical people and creatures from holidays and the like come together to......fight something? I don't really know.
3.) That Peter Ramsey did Storyboards for other movies as well.
Two opinions I had:
1.) I liked all the questions that they asked him.
2.) I disliked how evil Santa looked in the picture on the article. That's not how I picture Santa to look. He looks like an angry Viking.
One question I had:
1.) When I'm actually gonna watch this movie...cause I kind of want to.
1.) That Peter Ramsey is the Director for "Rise of the Guardians".
2.) That it took this long for someone to come up with the idea for this kind of movie where all the mythical people and creatures from holidays and the like come together to......fight something? I don't really know.
3.) That Peter Ramsey did Storyboards for other movies as well.
Two opinions I had:
1.) I liked all the questions that they asked him.
2.) I disliked how evil Santa looked in the picture on the article. That's not how I picture Santa to look. He looks like an angry Viking.
One question I had:
1.) When I'm actually gonna watch this movie...cause I kind of want to.
Almost Forgot...
What I learned: That the fictional short is the next project.
What I want to learn: How the heck me and Graham are gonna perfect making this project the way we want to. If we do, it will be epic.
What frustrated me: The Bills throwing away yet another season.
What made me happy: Knowing that the fictional short project can be done with two people. Me and Graham have another chance to make an epic video.
Link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=endscreen&v=KBb9wFP7uZM&NR=1
If this was a thing, it would be one hell of an awesome thing. This needs to happen.
What I want to learn: How the heck me and Graham are gonna perfect making this project the way we want to. If we do, it will be epic.
What frustrated me: The Bills throwing away yet another season.
What made me happy: Knowing that the fictional short project can be done with two people. Me and Graham have another chance to make an epic video.
Link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=endscreen&v=KBb9wFP7uZM&NR=1
If this was a thing, it would be one hell of an awesome thing. This needs to happen.
Sunday, December 2, 2012
Second Article: Does Twilight Really Ruin Real-Life Romance!
Three things I learned:
1.) That the horror that is Twilight can even go so far as to ruin a real life relationship over a book or movie. Or you just have to be a total loser for fantasy to ruin your actual life.
2.) That girls would be that crazy over something that doesn't even exist.
3.) That I couldn't hate the series more than I already do.
Two opinions I had:
1.) I liked how they made it apparent that this series sucks and that it really needs to be driven into the ground and out of existence so that we can all move on with our lives.
2.) I don't like how people are actually getting this clingy to a fictional series. Yeah, you may like it, but learn to realize what's real and what isn't.
One question I had:
1.) When will this series finally come to an end?
1.) That the horror that is Twilight can even go so far as to ruin a real life relationship over a book or movie. Or you just have to be a total loser for fantasy to ruin your actual life.
2.) That girls would be that crazy over something that doesn't even exist.
3.) That I couldn't hate the series more than I already do.
Two opinions I had:
1.) I liked how they made it apparent that this series sucks and that it really needs to be driven into the ground and out of existence so that we can all move on with our lives.
2.) I don't like how people are actually getting this clingy to a fictional series. Yeah, you may like it, but learn to realize what's real and what isn't.
One question I had:
1.) When will this series finally come to an end?
First Article: Stop Motion Casts a Spell on Spongebob!
Three things I didn't know:
1.) That the Spongebob Christmas special was being stop motioned in 3D.
2.) That to make all of this work they needed a lot of house hold items to build the set.
3.) That so many people collaborated to make this stop motion project a success.
Two opinions I had:
1.) I like how Spongebob is still being aired. It's a show that I grew up watching and it still makes me laugh today.
2.) I don't like how Spongebob feels as though it's getting less and less funny with every new episode.
One question I had:
1.) I wonder if it will look just like Rudolph when it airs?
1.) That the Spongebob Christmas special was being stop motioned in 3D.
2.) That to make all of this work they needed a lot of house hold items to build the set.
3.) That so many people collaborated to make this stop motion project a success.
Two opinions I had:
1.) I like how Spongebob is still being aired. It's a show that I grew up watching and it still makes me laugh today.
2.) I don't like how Spongebob feels as though it's getting less and less funny with every new episode.
One question I had:
1.) I wonder if it will look just like Rudolph when it airs?
More Blogginess!
What I learned: More After Effects hoopla.
What I want to learn: Something about stuff that makes me more smart...
I can't think of anything that I haven't already said.
What frustrated me: Knowing that I had to wait a whole week before we watch the Documentaries because gosh darn it I everyone to watch them.
What made me happy: Finishing the majority of my Tutorials for After Effects so that I can work on my Kinetic Typography project.
Link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tBNHPk-Lnkk
A really insane illusion that will make your brain hurt.
What I want to learn: Something about stuff that makes me more smart...
I can't think of anything that I haven't already said.
What frustrated me: Knowing that I had to wait a whole week before we watch the Documentaries because gosh darn it I everyone to watch them.
What made me happy: Finishing the majority of my Tutorials for After Effects so that I can work on my Kinetic Typography project.
Link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tBNHPk-Lnkk
A really insane illusion that will make your brain hurt.
Sunday, November 18, 2012
Second Article: These Sunglasses Can Help Colorblind People Experience A More Colorful World
Three things I know:
1.) I knew that glasses that could change to sunglasses when in light existed, but not ones that can correct the colors you see.
2.) That they're not only for people who have a colorblindness deficiency but also for anyone who feels that there are not enough vibrant colors in their lives.
3.) That you can look cool in these glasses as well.
Two opinions:
1.) I like how science is contributing to little things like this for people who are not so lucky as the rest of us.
2.) I don't like how they are offering these glasses for a higher price for people who are colorblind than people who are not since it was made for people who are colorblind.
One question:
1.) If they can be pre-ordered, than can't someone who is colorblind just say that they are not colorblind so that they don't have to pay as much?
1.) I knew that glasses that could change to sunglasses when in light existed, but not ones that can correct the colors you see.
2.) That they're not only for people who have a colorblindness deficiency but also for anyone who feels that there are not enough vibrant colors in their lives.
3.) That you can look cool in these glasses as well.
Two opinions:
1.) I like how science is contributing to little things like this for people who are not so lucky as the rest of us.
2.) I don't like how they are offering these glasses for a higher price for people who are colorblind than people who are not since it was made for people who are colorblind.
One question:
1.) If they can be pre-ordered, than can't someone who is colorblind just say that they are not colorblind so that they don't have to pay as much?
First Article: Barry Levinson Explores IPhone Filmmaking, Environmental Disaster In The Bay
Three things I learned:
1.) That he made the movie from footage on iPhones.
2.) He had the actors filming themselves.
3.) That the movie was done almost like an amateur film.
Two opinions:
1.) I really liked how they treated the making of the film almost like a school project. It sounds like they had a lot of fun with this one.
2.) I don't like how most movie directors would probably take the job of making a film too seriously. It sounds like you should have all kinds of fun making your film, not just make it just to make it.
One question:
1.) For something like this, how long did it take for them to not only come up with this idea, but actually follow through with it and make it happen?
1.) That he made the movie from footage on iPhones.
2.) He had the actors filming themselves.
3.) That the movie was done almost like an amateur film.
Two opinions:
1.) I really liked how they treated the making of the film almost like a school project. It sounds like they had a lot of fun with this one.
2.) I don't like how most movie directors would probably take the job of making a film too seriously. It sounds like you should have all kinds of fun making your film, not just make it just to make it.
One question:
1.) For something like this, how long did it take for them to not only come up with this idea, but actually follow through with it and make it happen?
Welp, last minute again, as usual...
What I learned: Started learning about how Adobe After Effects works, the basics that is.
What I want to learn: What else you can accomplish with it.
What made me happy: Knowing that Graham agreed to coming back to BOCES on Monday to finish our Documentary. I think it's going to be great!
What frustrated me: The fact that I have to use a day off to do it. But oh well...it's better than actually going to school because I want to finish this Documentary and make it awesome!
Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BOcAwKL5hv8&feature=plcp
Just some funny guys playing Minecraft. Mild language involved, but that's what makes it funny XD
What I want to learn: What else you can accomplish with it.
What made me happy: Knowing that Graham agreed to coming back to BOCES on Monday to finish our Documentary. I think it's going to be great!
What frustrated me: The fact that I have to use a day off to do it. But oh well...it's better than actually going to school because I want to finish this Documentary and make it awesome!
Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BOcAwKL5hv8&feature=plcp
Just some funny guys playing Minecraft. Mild language involved, but that's what makes it funny XD
Sunday, November 11, 2012
Second Article: Voice Actors Stepping More Into the Spotlight!
Three things I didn't know:
1.) That the man Frank Welker voice acts for so many different characters and some from shows I watched.
2.) That he's voiced in nearly 700 films and shows combined.
3.) That the creator of Family Guy also created American Dad and The Cleveland Show.
Two opinions I had:
1.) I like how voice actors are getting more attention and are being recognized more.
2.) I didn't really dislike anything in this particular article.
One question I had:
1.) How does one person star as a voice actor in nearly 700 different films and shows combined in one lifetime? It just doesn't seem possible!
1.) That the man Frank Welker voice acts for so many different characters and some from shows I watched.
2.) That he's voiced in nearly 700 films and shows combined.
3.) That the creator of Family Guy also created American Dad and The Cleveland Show.
Two opinions I had:
1.) I like how voice actors are getting more attention and are being recognized more.
2.) I didn't really dislike anything in this particular article.
One question I had:
1.) How does one person star as a voice actor in nearly 700 different films and shows combined in one lifetime? It just doesn't seem possible!
First Article: The Disney Purchase of LucasFilm: What Does it Mean?
Three things I didn't know:
1.) That Disney bought out Lucas Films for Star Wars.
2.) Disney plans to start releasing Star Wars films in 2015.
3.) That in 1996, Disney got Dreamquest as well.
Two opinions I had:
1.) I like how Lucas said that he was going to contribute his wealth into a good cause for education.
2.) What I didn't like was how it seems like Disney is buying out all these different film production things almost as if they wanted to control the industry.
One question:
1.) What will be the next thing that Disney buys out?
1.) That Disney bought out Lucas Films for Star Wars.
2.) Disney plans to start releasing Star Wars films in 2015.
3.) That in 1996, Disney got Dreamquest as well.
Two opinions I had:
1.) I like how Lucas said that he was going to contribute his wealth into a good cause for education.
2.) What I didn't like was how it seems like Disney is buying out all these different film production things almost as if they wanted to control the industry.
One question:
1.) What will be the next thing that Disney buys out?
More blogginess I almost forgot to do!?!?
What I learned: Some new stuff on Premiere from Graham.
What I want to learn: I was gonna say when we will do the After Effects Demo but then I realized that was already established.
What frustrated me: Learning that we only had until Wendsday to finish our Documentary projects.
What made me happy: Learning that the due date for the Documentary was changed to Friday.
Link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uiQBSKXZvb0&list=PL1DAgHGmCqKJFBvgHODu3tfwAd-KRL5X3&index=160&feature=plpp_video
Look, L4D2 and Minecraft combined into one game!
What I want to learn: I was gonna say when we will do the After Effects Demo but then I realized that was already established.
What frustrated me: Learning that we only had until Wendsday to finish our Documentary projects.
What made me happy: Learning that the due date for the Documentary was changed to Friday.
Link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uiQBSKXZvb0&list=PL1DAgHGmCqKJFBvgHODu3tfwAd-KRL5X3&index=160&feature=plpp_video
Look, L4D2 and Minecraft combined into one game!
Sunday, November 4, 2012
Second Article: Apple and the Incredible Vanishing CD Drive!
What I didn't know:
1.) That only the Mac Pro and non-Retina Display Mac Pro had optical drives out of their Apple merchandise.
2.) That optical drives actually made ripping music from CD's easier.
3.) That Steve Jobs was actually against having the ability for Blu-Ray on Mac's
My opinions:
1.) I liked how Apple is trying to get more people to turn to online music download rather than go to the store to buy a CD and rip it to your computer.
2.) I disliked the method they used. It almost seemed like it was a shock that the Mac didn't have an optical drive anymore, almost as if people weren't told that this was going to happen. It also seems more like a forced method into getting people to digitally download music instead of buying CD's at a store.
Question:
1.) Is this really going to get people to buy more music digitally than from a store?
1.) That only the Mac Pro and non-Retina Display Mac Pro had optical drives out of their Apple merchandise.
2.) That optical drives actually made ripping music from CD's easier.
3.) That Steve Jobs was actually against having the ability for Blu-Ray on Mac's
My opinions:
1.) I liked how Apple is trying to get more people to turn to online music download rather than go to the store to buy a CD and rip it to your computer.
2.) I disliked the method they used. It almost seemed like it was a shock that the Mac didn't have an optical drive anymore, almost as if people weren't told that this was going to happen. It also seems more like a forced method into getting people to digitally download music instead of buying CD's at a store.
Question:
1.) Is this really going to get people to buy more music digitally than from a store?
Friday, November 2, 2012
First Article: Hurricane Sandy Images: Don't Get Fooled By Fake Images.
Three things I didn't know:
1.) That people were being stupid enough to post fake photos of Hurricane Sandy devastation.
2.) That the devastation was that bad.
3.) That an estimated 36 miles of subway track is underwater in NYC. I was very surprised when I heard that.
Two opinions that I had:
1.) I liked how the article pointed out how to see what images were real and which ones were not real.
2.) I disliked how people would actually do this kind of stuff like fake photos when there is something as bad as Hurricane Sandy affecting people and other people are making a big joke out of it.
One question I had:
1.) What would motivate a person to actually lie about the devastation just to scare people.
1.) That people were being stupid enough to post fake photos of Hurricane Sandy devastation.
2.) That the devastation was that bad.
3.) That an estimated 36 miles of subway track is underwater in NYC. I was very surprised when I heard that.
Two opinions that I had:
1.) I liked how the article pointed out how to see what images were real and which ones were not real.
2.) I disliked how people would actually do this kind of stuff like fake photos when there is something as bad as Hurricane Sandy affecting people and other people are making a big joke out of it.
One question I had:
1.) What would motivate a person to actually lie about the devastation just to scare people.
Week # Blaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
What I learned this week:
How to import and export clips from the cameras to the computer to edit them.
What frustrated me this week:
Having to record all these different shots during the week which was quite annoying.
What made me happy this week:
Finishing the video scavenger hunt project.
Link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vn5njW1fE6Y
The new Amnesia game coming out in early 2013 that I'm certainly going to get. It's a brand new trailer for the game that just came out on halloween.
How to import and export clips from the cameras to the computer to edit them.
What frustrated me this week:
Having to record all these different shots during the week which was quite annoying.
What made me happy this week:
Finishing the video scavenger hunt project.
Link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vn5njW1fE6Y
The new Amnesia game coming out in early 2013 that I'm certainly going to get. It's a brand new trailer for the game that just came out on halloween.
Sunday, October 28, 2012
Second Article: Disney's New Princess Sofia Sparks Controversy!
Three things I didn't know:
1.) That Disney even had a new princess coming out.
2.) That people could honestly be this controversial about a cartoon characters ethnicity.
3.) That not only was this new princess going to have a new show coming out but also a movie.
Two opinions I had:
1.) I liked how they explained themselves about why they wanted to not only make a new princess but also why they decided to make her seem like she was from a different race.
2.) I dislike the fact that people have to be so judgmental all the time about other people, even if they are fictional cartoon characters. I mean seriously!? We're all racist enough as it is in reality, do we have to be against some fictional cartoon character? I think that's a little extreme.
One question I have:
1.) Why is it that people always have to be so negative about everything that goes on in the world even if it's a cartoon?
1.) That Disney even had a new princess coming out.
2.) That people could honestly be this controversial about a cartoon characters ethnicity.
3.) That not only was this new princess going to have a new show coming out but also a movie.
Two opinions I had:
1.) I liked how they explained themselves about why they wanted to not only make a new princess but also why they decided to make her seem like she was from a different race.
2.) I dislike the fact that people have to be so judgmental all the time about other people, even if they are fictional cartoon characters. I mean seriously!? We're all racist enough as it is in reality, do we have to be against some fictional cartoon character? I think that's a little extreme.
One question I have:
1.) Why is it that people always have to be so negative about everything that goes on in the world even if it's a cartoon?
First Article: Film Directing Tips - What It Really Means To Be A Director!
Three things I didn't know before:
1.) That the director really doesn't do a whole lot in terms of the making of the film.
2.) How much effort really goes into the film making process in terms of all the people you need to make a standout film.
3.) That being the director has it's advantages and disadvantages such as being able to be the one to say that the film was your idea and that it wouldn't have happened if you didn't speak that idea or not really having a huge roll in the production of said film.
Two opinions I had:
1.) I liked all the tips they put into this article about how to be a great director for your film.
2.) I disliked how they pointed out that a director doesn't do a lot in terms of the development of a film because I feel like that might discourage some people into not pursuing a career as a director.
One question I had:
1.)
1.) That the director really doesn't do a whole lot in terms of the making of the film.
2.) How much effort really goes into the film making process in terms of all the people you need to make a standout film.
3.) That being the director has it's advantages and disadvantages such as being able to be the one to say that the film was your idea and that it wouldn't have happened if you didn't speak that idea or not really having a huge roll in the production of said film.
Two opinions I had:
1.) I liked all the tips they put into this article about how to be a great director for your film.
2.) I disliked how they pointed out that a director doesn't do a lot in terms of the development of a film because I feel like that might discourage some people into not pursuing a career as a director.
One question I had:
1.)
Blog # Whatever
What I learned this week:
How to use the cameras.
What I want to learn in the future:
How to add special effects to my videos that I do.
What frustrated me this week:
The weather didn't exactly cooperate for mine and Graham's Documentary project.
What made me happy this week:
Going out to eat for good food.
Link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75Jnbe8ieLw&feature=plcp
Some guys playing a game called Serious Sam. Pretty funny.
Mild language.
How to use the cameras.
What I want to learn in the future:
How to add special effects to my videos that I do.
What frustrated me this week:
The weather didn't exactly cooperate for mine and Graham's Documentary project.
What made me happy this week:
Going out to eat for good food.
Link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75Jnbe8ieLw&feature=plcp
Some guys playing a game called Serious Sam. Pretty funny.
Mild language.
Sunday, October 21, 2012
Second Article: California Bars Employers From Demanding Employees's Social Media Log-In Info
Three things I didn't know before:
1.) Well, I didn't know that employers couldn't request social media log-in information.
2.) Facebook and Twitter were used by universities to screen students.
3.) I didn't know that many more states were doing this also.
Two opinions I had about the article:
1.) I didn't like how they even decided to use these social gathering sights to decide whether or not a student or a potential student for a university.
2.) The fact that they are actually banning this is a great thing because it really doesn't give these people any privacy.
One question I have:
1.) If this will actually become law all over the U.S.?
1.) Well, I didn't know that employers couldn't request social media log-in information.
2.) Facebook and Twitter were used by universities to screen students.
3.) I didn't know that many more states were doing this also.
Two opinions I had about the article:
1.) I didn't like how they even decided to use these social gathering sights to decide whether or not a student or a potential student for a university.
2.) The fact that they are actually banning this is a great thing because it really doesn't give these people any privacy.
One question I have:
1.) If this will actually become law all over the U.S.?
First Article: Making Water Wigs With Lasers, Microphones and High-Speed Strobes
Three things I didn't know before:
1.) That the opening picture was gonna be so freaking cool.
2.) That you could use lights and water to do things like this that are so cool.
3.) I would've never guessed that this was done with water balloons. It just isn't something I would've guessed.
Two opinions I have about the article:
1.) I liked how absolutely cool it looks with all the lights that they are using on the water.
2.) I didn't like how they do it because it doesn't sounds like an easy thing to do because I want to replicate something like that. Bottom line is that it's cool.
One question I have:
1.) How to actually do this easily?
1.) That the opening picture was gonna be so freaking cool.
2.) That you could use lights and water to do things like this that are so cool.
3.) I would've never guessed that this was done with water balloons. It just isn't something I would've guessed.
Two opinions I have about the article:
1.) I liked how absolutely cool it looks with all the lights that they are using on the water.
2.) I didn't like how they do it because it doesn't sounds like an easy thing to do because I want to replicate something like that. Bottom line is that it's cool.
One question I have:
1.) How to actually do this easily?
Week I don't remember!?
What I learned this week:
A lot on how to use Adobe Premiere.
What I want to learn:
How to use After Effects.
What frustrated me:
I wanted to finish my Proposal for the Documentary but I got held back by all the Tutorials I had to do.
What made me happy this week:
Being able to go check out the woods behind Graham's Aunt's house which is an absolutely awesome place to shoot for the Documentary.
Link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4CagMNLxa9M
A nice horrifying game I plan on playing when it comes out in early 2013. I might not sleep very well.
A lot on how to use Adobe Premiere.
What I want to learn:
How to use After Effects.
What frustrated me:
I wanted to finish my Proposal for the Documentary but I got held back by all the Tutorials I had to do.
What made me happy this week:
Being able to go check out the woods behind Graham's Aunt's house which is an absolutely awesome place to shoot for the Documentary.
Link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4CagMNLxa9M
A nice horrifying game I plan on playing when it comes out in early 2013. I might not sleep very well.
Friday, October 12, 2012
Week #4
What I learned this week:
How to use GarageBand which is a very fun program if I might add.
What I want to learn in the future:
I would actually like to learn how to add animated effects in a video like a fireball or lightning shooting out of someone's head.
Something that made me happy this week:
I finished my audio story early this week and I think that it fared well. I really like it.
Something that frustrated me this week:
Nothing in this class frustrated me this week, also because it was a short week. I think the only thing that frustrated me this week was that when I get back to school after BOCES I have absolutely nothing to do in any of my classes because it's just a boring week. If I didn't have BOCES this week would have just been a waste of my time.
Link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=id_BHOr12rQ
A really funny pair of guys that play this game that I think I mentioned last year called Terraria which is a very fun game and watching them play the game is even more fun because they're just so funny. At least to me they are.
Does contain some language but not a lot!
How to use GarageBand which is a very fun program if I might add.
What I want to learn in the future:
I would actually like to learn how to add animated effects in a video like a fireball or lightning shooting out of someone's head.
Something that made me happy this week:
I finished my audio story early this week and I think that it fared well. I really like it.
Something that frustrated me this week:
Nothing in this class frustrated me this week, also because it was a short week. I think the only thing that frustrated me this week was that when I get back to school after BOCES I have absolutely nothing to do in any of my classes because it's just a boring week. If I didn't have BOCES this week would have just been a waste of my time.
Link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=id_BHOr12rQ
A really funny pair of guys that play this game that I think I mentioned last year called Terraria which is a very fun game and watching them play the game is even more fun because they're just so funny. At least to me they are.
Does contain some language but not a lot!
Second Article: Six Filmmaking Tips From Joss Whedon
Three things I learned that I didn't know before:
1.) Well, for starters, I had never heard of this guy in my life.
2.) I had no idea that the man who directed The Avengers also made strange shows like Dollhouse which I didn't care for. I'm more of the paranormal kind of guy.
3.) That he started out not doing to much or not having a clear idea what he wanted to do with his life and he is the one behind films like The Avengers and Cabin In The Woods.
Two opinions I had on the article:
1.) I liked all the ideas and thoughts that he implemented into the article for those people who really want to get into the video or film industry.
2.) I disliked the tip Sometimes A Drought Comes Right Before The Downpour only because I'm actually a very impatient person when it comes to waiting for things to come or work. That's probably why I won't get involved in this particular industry.
One question I had about the article:
1.)
1.) Well, for starters, I had never heard of this guy in my life.
2.) I had no idea that the man who directed The Avengers also made strange shows like Dollhouse which I didn't care for. I'm more of the paranormal kind of guy.
3.) That he started out not doing to much or not having a clear idea what he wanted to do with his life and he is the one behind films like The Avengers and Cabin In The Woods.
Two opinions I had on the article:
1.) I liked all the ideas and thoughts that he implemented into the article for those people who really want to get into the video or film industry.
2.) I disliked the tip Sometimes A Drought Comes Right Before The Downpour only because I'm actually a very impatient person when it comes to waiting for things to come or work. That's probably why I won't get involved in this particular industry.
One question I had about the article:
1.)
Thursday, October 11, 2012
First Article: Dawn Of The Dead Pets
Three things I learned that I didn't know before:
1.) I wasn't aware that Tim Burton not only made movies like Batman and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory but also made the movie Frankenweenie.
2.) The work that has to go into making these kinds of films takes seemingly a lot more time than your average animated film.
3.) The process of making the characters takes sketching them out first before you actually make them into their respectable figurines AND before you begin shooting your film.
Two opinions I had about the article:
1.) I liked how Tim talked about how he had his own dog and how it passed away too because I had a dog that I loved as well and he unfortunately passed away as well about a year and a half ago.
2.) I disliked how Burton produced the movie Nightmare Before Christmas which I HATED!!! That movie was stupid and it drove me crazy because in my eyes it was a musical and I hate musicals.
One question I have about the article:
1.) How long did it take for them to finish making this entire film?
1.) I wasn't aware that Tim Burton not only made movies like Batman and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory but also made the movie Frankenweenie.
2.) The work that has to go into making these kinds of films takes seemingly a lot more time than your average animated film.
3.) The process of making the characters takes sketching them out first before you actually make them into their respectable figurines AND before you begin shooting your film.
Two opinions I had about the article:
1.) I liked how Tim talked about how he had his own dog and how it passed away too because I had a dog that I loved as well and he unfortunately passed away as well about a year and a half ago.
2.) I disliked how Burton produced the movie Nightmare Before Christmas which I HATED!!! That movie was stupid and it drove me crazy because in my eyes it was a musical and I hate musicals.
One question I have about the article:
1.) How long did it take for them to finish making this entire film?
Sunday, October 7, 2012
Second Article: ParaNorman: An art in the making, with filmmakers Chris Butler and Sam Fell
Three things I learned that I didn't know before:
1.) That the movie Coraline was done in Stop-motion.
2.) That so much had to go into making a full length movie using Stop-motion.
3.) That there was even a movie like this.
Two opinions I had on the article:
1.) I liked how they went into detail about the making of the movie.
2.) I didn't really dislike anything about the article. I thought it was very well written.
One question I have about the article:
1.) Did this movie come out yet?
1.) That the movie Coraline was done in Stop-motion.
2.) That so much had to go into making a full length movie using Stop-motion.
3.) That there was even a movie like this.
Two opinions I had on the article:
1.) I liked how they went into detail about the making of the movie.
2.) I didn't really dislike anything about the article. I thought it was very well written.
One question I have about the article:
1.) Did this movie come out yet?
Friday, October 5, 2012
First Article: How Star Trek The Next Generation Changed Pop Culture Forever!
Three things I learned that I didn't know before:
1.) I wasn't aware that Star Trek had such an influence on the technology that we have today like the iPad.
2.) I didn't know that the show on Star Trek was so successful. Usually, when a movie comes to T.V.'s as a show, it doesn't do so well.
3.) I didn't know that Star Trek influenced the development of certain other T.V. series that may not have done so well or did just as well if not better.
Two opinions I had on the article:
1.) I like how much of an impact movies have on our culture and how technology develops across the country and even the world due to movies.
2.) However, to strangely counter what I just said, I also dislike the kind of impact that movies have on our culture because some things are better off not messing around with. The last thing I want is for somebody to develop a virus that turns people into zombies. That wouldn't make for a good weekend.
One question I have about the article:
1.) How many more movies that come out are going to have a significant impact on our society and our lives?
1.) I wasn't aware that Star Trek had such an influence on the technology that we have today like the iPad.
2.) I didn't know that the show on Star Trek was so successful. Usually, when a movie comes to T.V.'s as a show, it doesn't do so well.
3.) I didn't know that Star Trek influenced the development of certain other T.V. series that may not have done so well or did just as well if not better.
Two opinions I had on the article:
1.) I like how much of an impact movies have on our culture and how technology develops across the country and even the world due to movies.
2.) However, to strangely counter what I just said, I also dislike the kind of impact that movies have on our culture because some things are better off not messing around with. The last thing I want is for somebody to develop a virus that turns people into zombies. That wouldn't make for a good weekend.
One question I have about the article:
1.) How many more movies that come out are going to have a significant impact on our society and our lives?
Week #3
What I learned this week: About Audacity and Garage Band and how they work so that I have some help with the sound projects.
What I want to learn in the future: How to add special effects to a video.
Something that frustrated me this week: The Image Resizing Excersize number two because the cropping thing was bugging me.
Something that made me happy this week: Learning that I have 90's in most if not all of my classes at the end of five weeks.
Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2h467TjwpAg
A tutorial on how to use Photoshop CS6.
What I want to learn in the future: How to add special effects to a video.
Something that frustrated me this week: The Image Resizing Excersize number two because the cropping thing was bugging me.
Something that made me happy this week: Learning that I have 90's in most if not all of my classes at the end of five weeks.
Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2h467TjwpAg
A tutorial on how to use Photoshop CS6.
Friday, September 28, 2012
Second Article: Six Filmmaking Tips From Christopher Nolan!
Three things I learned that I didn't know before:
1.) All the tips that were given out.
2.) How difficult it is to actually get a job in this field.
3.) It's hard to actually want to do something like this if you don't already love movies.
Two opinions I had about the article:
1.) What I liked about the article is the in depth tips he did give to be successful in movie making.
2.) What I didn't like about the article is just how boring it was to me. I didn't really get interested in this particular article and I was glad when I had finished reading it.
One question about the article:
1.) Isn't there more steps to filmmaking?
1.) All the tips that were given out.
2.) How difficult it is to actually get a job in this field.
3.) It's hard to actually want to do something like this if you don't already love movies.
Two opinions I had about the article:
1.) What I liked about the article is the in depth tips he did give to be successful in movie making.
2.) What I didn't like about the article is just how boring it was to me. I didn't really get interested in this particular article and I was glad when I had finished reading it.
One question about the article:
1.) Isn't there more steps to filmmaking?
First Article: Finding Nemo 3D and Why 3D Filmmaking is Not the Future!
Three things I learned that I didn't know before:
1.) 3D isn't making the profit necessary to keep making more remakes in 3D because people don't want to pay more to see a movie that they've already seen.
2.) 3D isn't doing as well as the film industries have thought they would. It seems as though 3D remakes are slowly starting to fade away because people just don't see the need to watch a movie in 3D.
3.) The fact that 3D isn't doing nearly as well as I thought I was. I personally think that 3D is a stupid idea but I figured that there would be a lot more people that actually liked 3D, but apparently I'm not the only one who feels that remaking movies in 3D is a waste of time.
Two opinions about the article:
1.) What I liked about the article was that it was very informative about how remaking a movie into 3D can have negative effects on the movie and make it more dull and boring just so that you can see stuff pop out at you.
2.) What I disliked about the article is not really anything. I felt like it matched my feelings towards what I think of 3D very well.
One question about the article:
1.) How many more 3D movies are they going to make before they realize that it's not doing them any good?
1.) 3D isn't making the profit necessary to keep making more remakes in 3D because people don't want to pay more to see a movie that they've already seen.
2.) 3D isn't doing as well as the film industries have thought they would. It seems as though 3D remakes are slowly starting to fade away because people just don't see the need to watch a movie in 3D.
3.) The fact that 3D isn't doing nearly as well as I thought I was. I personally think that 3D is a stupid idea but I figured that there would be a lot more people that actually liked 3D, but apparently I'm not the only one who feels that remaking movies in 3D is a waste of time.
Two opinions about the article:
1.) What I liked about the article was that it was very informative about how remaking a movie into 3D can have negative effects on the movie and make it more dull and boring just so that you can see stuff pop out at you.
2.) What I disliked about the article is not really anything. I felt like it matched my feelings towards what I think of 3D very well.
One question about the article:
1.) How many more 3D movies are they going to make before they realize that it's not doing them any good?
Week #2
What did I learn this week: Well, other than the fact that I can't remember what the heck we did this week in terms of learning new things, I learned how to make a very terrifying dog cat thingy using Photoshop. It's pretty scary looking.
What I want to learn in the future: I personally dislike this question because I can never think of anything to put down for it.
Something that frustrated me this week: Not knowing what 7/8 was as a fraction. Sad I know, but I'm horrible with fractions any ways.
Something that made me happy this week: Well, for one thing, it's Friday and who couldn't be happy on a Friday? And also, the replacement reffs for the NFL are no longer reffing the game because we've got the official reffs back and that for sure makes me happy.
Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QqakBC4p04A
A really funny video on how not to be scared of the game SLENDER! It's actually quite a terrifying game and it's a free download if you want to play it.
What I want to learn in the future: I personally dislike this question because I can never think of anything to put down for it.
Something that frustrated me this week: Not knowing what 7/8 was as a fraction. Sad I know, but I'm horrible with fractions any ways.
Something that made me happy this week: Well, for one thing, it's Friday and who couldn't be happy on a Friday? And also, the replacement reffs for the NFL are no longer reffing the game because we've got the official reffs back and that for sure makes me happy.
Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QqakBC4p04A
A really funny video on how not to be scared of the game SLENDER! It's actually quite a terrifying game and it's a free download if you want to play it.
Friday, September 21, 2012
Second Article: Expressive Robot
Three things I learned that I didn't know before:
1.) That it was possible to do something like that with a robot.
2.) That it almost seems like it has a mind of it's own. That's kind of creepy.
3.) That the robot knows exactly how to make those movements in the first place.
Two opinions about the article:
1.) I like the idea here with a robot that can interact with humans and be of use to us.
2.) What I don't like is the fact that it almost seems to have a mind of it's own. I never really liked robots just for that reason because eventually, we will want to make a robot that can do everything on it's own and it is possible for it to turn on us. That's kind of scary.
One question about the article:
How much of a use will this be to us?
1.) That it was possible to do something like that with a robot.
2.) That it almost seems like it has a mind of it's own. That's kind of creepy.
3.) That the robot knows exactly how to make those movements in the first place.
Two opinions about the article:
1.) I like the idea here with a robot that can interact with humans and be of use to us.
2.) What I don't like is the fact that it almost seems to have a mind of it's own. I never really liked robots just for that reason because eventually, we will want to make a robot that can do everything on it's own and it is possible for it to turn on us. That's kind of scary.
One question about the article:
How much of a use will this be to us?
First Article: 3D Printer
3 things I learned that I didn't know before:
1.) First of all, I had no idea that you could do something this advanced for so long. 25 years!? Really!? I'm just finding this out now. Very cool stuff!
2.) Learning that it might even be possible to print out something like a human organ is also very interesting. For them to be able to find out that they can do that is extremely helpful. It shows that the 3D Printer can also be used for not just fun and games but very serious stuff that can save someones life.
3.) Also, to know that it's going to be possible to have one of these things in your own home is freaking sweet! From the sounds of what you can do with this thing, I wonder if it's possible to print out Pokemon Cards (yes, I still collect those).
2 opinions about the article:
1.) Well, first of all, I really like the idea that you can do this kind of thing with the technology that we have and also that this 3D Printer happens to be so cheep. Which means that it could be possible for everyone to have one.
2.) One thing that I agree with completely with the article is that if this does get released to the public, people could start finding out how to make certain things with it that wouldn't exactly be in the best interest of everyone else, such as weapons or explosives. That would not be good!
One question about the article:
When is this thing getting released to the public?
1.) First of all, I had no idea that you could do something this advanced for so long. 25 years!? Really!? I'm just finding this out now. Very cool stuff!
2.) Learning that it might even be possible to print out something like a human organ is also very interesting. For them to be able to find out that they can do that is extremely helpful. It shows that the 3D Printer can also be used for not just fun and games but very serious stuff that can save someones life.
3.) Also, to know that it's going to be possible to have one of these things in your own home is freaking sweet! From the sounds of what you can do with this thing, I wonder if it's possible to print out Pokemon Cards (yes, I still collect those).
2 opinions about the article:
1.) Well, first of all, I really like the idea that you can do this kind of thing with the technology that we have and also that this 3D Printer happens to be so cheep. Which means that it could be possible for everyone to have one.
2.) One thing that I agree with completely with the article is that if this does get released to the public, people could start finding out how to make certain things with it that wouldn't exactly be in the best interest of everyone else, such as weapons or explosives. That would not be good!
One question about the article:
When is this thing getting released to the public?
The Second Week Is Over!
What I learned this week: This week, we learned about colors mostly and worked on a few assignments and a lot had to be turned in this week. It was definitely busy.
What I want to learn in the future: As of right now, I really don't know what I want to learn in the future. That will probably change as time goes on.
Something that frustrated me this week: This is going to sound really stupid, but I forgot how to change it so that I could actually apply color to the pictures in photoshop. When I finally did figure it out, I felt really dumb :P
Something that made me happy this week: Friday! Friday makes everyone happy because school is done for two days and you don't have to work.
Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sObrT0P-HPA
Really funny animation of two stick figures fighting. Strange ending though.
What I want to learn in the future: As of right now, I really don't know what I want to learn in the future. That will probably change as time goes on.
Something that frustrated me this week: This is going to sound really stupid, but I forgot how to change it so that I could actually apply color to the pictures in photoshop. When I finally did figure it out, I felt really dumb :P
Something that made me happy this week: Friday! Friday makes everyone happy because school is done for two days and you don't have to work.
Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sObrT0P-HPA
Really funny animation of two stick figures fighting. Strange ending though.
Friday, September 7, 2012
Friday, June 1, 2012
Final Post
1. In general, what did you like most about this class? What I liked most about this class was probably the time we spent on the computers because, to be perfectly honest, coming into this class, I didn't really have the best knowledge of computers. This class helped me better understand computers as well as the most important thing, animating.
2. What was your favorite project and why? I would have to say that my favorite project all year was the 3D Short because I had the most fun making this project and it really tested my ability to animate. It also showed me my own ability to work with Cheetah 3D which when I first started I thought would be difficult to work with. During this project, I was surprised with myself of how well the project was turning out. I was so happy with the finished product that I decided to make a sequel to it later on in the year which, in my opinion, wasn't as good as the first one but I was still proud of both. It was also gratifying to see everybody that watched jump and scream. Yes I know, I'm evil like that, Muahaha.
3. In general, what did you like least about this class? It's going to sound funny, but I REALLY disliked the blogs we had to do all year long only because I couldn't seem to remember to do them every week. At the beginning of the year, I was doing pretty well with keeping up on them, but then for some reason I couldn't for the life of me remember to post every week. But I promise you Ms. Licata, I will definitely remember to post EVERY week next year. If I don't, you can give Paul permission to beat me up every time I forget :)
4. What was your least favorite project and why? At this moment in time, I'm having a hard time thinking of a particular project that I disliked the most because, sadly, there were kind of few projects that I didn't like. Rotoscoping, Typography, 11 Second, that Science News Article one we had to do, the Logo projects. The only ones I really liked were the two 3D animations that I made which I thought were AWESOME and the Music Video project which I also had lots of fun making. I only wish that I was there to see everyone's reaction to it (sigh). But if I had to pick, I'd say that my least favorite project was the 2D Short because, at the time, I didn't have a lot of experience with animating and 2D just wasn't my thing this year. I really liked the 3D, but the 2D just seemed dull and boring to me all year.
5. What are your future plans after graduation? As of right now, N Trip is looking like it's going to be my first set in stone decision. After that, I'm still on the fence but it seems like I'm more or less leaning towards Daemon College (I still don't know how to spell that).
6. Do you feel that this class will help you achieve your future academic or career goals? I believe that this class will definitely play a HUGE role in my future career, whatever it may be. This class certainly showed me a lot of things that I probably couldn't learn anywhere in my school. Plus, I learned more about computers, which is a big help because I didn't know anything about computers what so ever before this class.
7. What advice would you give to incoming students? To really just pay attention and turn in your projects on time ALWAYS. Oh, and that not doing your blogs or storyboards will definitely kill your grade.
8. Additional Comments: Well, I think this Final Blog Post is definitely long winded that's for sure. But, in conclusion, I NEED TO DO MY BLOGS NEXT YEAR!!!! Like I said, that's something that I seriously need to start considering might be a good idea. Don't want to ruin that grade of mine next year like I did this year. But, I certainly had a lot of fun this year and I hope next year will be just as fun as this year was. Just gotta get through the summer and than it's back here again. Hard to believe that it's also going to be my last year before College. Might as well make the best of it.
2. What was your favorite project and why? I would have to say that my favorite project all year was the 3D Short because I had the most fun making this project and it really tested my ability to animate. It also showed me my own ability to work with Cheetah 3D which when I first started I thought would be difficult to work with. During this project, I was surprised with myself of how well the project was turning out. I was so happy with the finished product that I decided to make a sequel to it later on in the year which, in my opinion, wasn't as good as the first one but I was still proud of both. It was also gratifying to see everybody that watched jump and scream. Yes I know, I'm evil like that, Muahaha.
3. In general, what did you like least about this class? It's going to sound funny, but I REALLY disliked the blogs we had to do all year long only because I couldn't seem to remember to do them every week. At the beginning of the year, I was doing pretty well with keeping up on them, but then for some reason I couldn't for the life of me remember to post every week. But I promise you Ms. Licata, I will definitely remember to post EVERY week next year. If I don't, you can give Paul permission to beat me up every time I forget :)
4. What was your least favorite project and why? At this moment in time, I'm having a hard time thinking of a particular project that I disliked the most because, sadly, there were kind of few projects that I didn't like. Rotoscoping, Typography, 11 Second, that Science News Article one we had to do, the Logo projects. The only ones I really liked were the two 3D animations that I made which I thought were AWESOME and the Music Video project which I also had lots of fun making. I only wish that I was there to see everyone's reaction to it (sigh). But if I had to pick, I'd say that my least favorite project was the 2D Short because, at the time, I didn't have a lot of experience with animating and 2D just wasn't my thing this year. I really liked the 3D, but the 2D just seemed dull and boring to me all year.
5. What are your future plans after graduation? As of right now, N Trip is looking like it's going to be my first set in stone decision. After that, I'm still on the fence but it seems like I'm more or less leaning towards Daemon College (I still don't know how to spell that).
6. Do you feel that this class will help you achieve your future academic or career goals? I believe that this class will definitely play a HUGE role in my future career, whatever it may be. This class certainly showed me a lot of things that I probably couldn't learn anywhere in my school. Plus, I learned more about computers, which is a big help because I didn't know anything about computers what so ever before this class.
7. What advice would you give to incoming students? To really just pay attention and turn in your projects on time ALWAYS. Oh, and that not doing your blogs or storyboards will definitely kill your grade.
8. Additional Comments: Well, I think this Final Blog Post is definitely long winded that's for sure. But, in conclusion, I NEED TO DO MY BLOGS NEXT YEAR!!!! Like I said, that's something that I seriously need to start considering might be a good idea. Don't want to ruin that grade of mine next year like I did this year. But, I certainly had a lot of fun this year and I hope next year will be just as fun as this year was. Just gotta get through the summer and than it's back here again. Hard to believe that it's also going to be my last year before College. Might as well make the best of it.
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Can't Wait For Summer :D
Only a few weeks left until schools out and Summer begins. I can't wait! One thing I'm personally looking forward to over the Summer is for the new NFL Season to begin in August. I can't remember the last time I was so excited for the Season to start. Summer vacation gets very boring after about a month, so if it just lasted half of July and all of August, I think that would be plenty of time off. School, for me at least, is something to do when I can't think of anything else to do. And I would very much rather go to school than my boring job over the summer. Granted I only have to work 2-3 days out of every week over the summer, I have to work 8 hours all of those days, and they are the longest 8 hours of my life. Trust me when I say that if all you are doing is filing away medical charts for over 17,000 patients (yeah, that many) for 8 hours, it feels like an eternity. I would hate it a lot if it wasn't for the fact that I work with my mom and everyone that works their, including my boss, loves me. Plus, there's free lunch every Wednesday and Friday AND I make more than minimum wage. I just wish that it was more of an eventful job than just sitting on my butt filing paper into over 17,000 folders and having to bend down and stand up over and over again all day trying to reach the bottom shelves. It KILLS my legs the next day. But, other than that, summer is fun. Don't have to worry about tests or quizzes or homework. So, ultimately, can't wait.
Friday, May 11, 2012
I'm running out of ideas....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1LqZ4_g18xk
I don't know what to post anymore so, you know what, here's the game trailer for Minecraft on the Xbox 360. Considering getting it myself.
I don't know what to post anymore so, you know what, here's the game trailer for Minecraft on the Xbox 360. Considering getting it myself.
This guy needs to take a chill pill >.>
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_pCLYHqFNUE&feature=plcp
Yeah, another video of some guy I watch on You Tube. He's very funny and his freakouts are even funnier. Just make sure your volume is down before you watch. ;)
Yeah, another video of some guy I watch on You Tube. He's very funny and his freakouts are even funnier. Just make sure your volume is down before you watch. ;)
Projects Almost Done!
Yep, I'm very close to finishing my music video project and I'm very happy with how it's been coming along all this time. I've got a little bit more in the last verse and the last chorus to finish and then I'm officially done with this project. Unfortunately, I've got to finish it over the weekend or I might not be able to even finish it in class on Monday. Other than the project coming to a close, this week flew by really fast. Had my SAT's last Saturday and they definitely weren't as difficult as I thought they would be. Also, 18 days left of school. Can't wait for summer! :D
Friday, May 4, 2012
WARNING: VERY LONG!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?NR=1&feature=endscreen&v=tt2Iy9_QZEU
Yeah, I know, it's 3 hours long. But hey, if you want to know more about the game, you should at least watch some of this. The guy who plays it is pretty good at the game, and as far as what he does in it, it should show you some basic points to the game.
Yeah, I know, it's 3 hours long. But hey, if you want to know more about the game, you should at least watch some of this. The guy who plays it is pretty good at the game, and as far as what he does in it, it should show you some basic points to the game.
THIS GAME IS TOO FUN!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Azq5IOrFtEI
This is just a game that I've been playing since it first came out. I can't believe it's only 10$ for all the stuff you can do in it. Definitely a game worth getting if your into that kind of stuff.
This is just a game that I've been playing since it first came out. I can't believe it's only 10$ for all the stuff you can do in it. Definitely a game worth getting if your into that kind of stuff.
The 2012 NFL Draft is finally over.
As you all should know, I'm a huge Buffalo Bills fan and for the first time I actually followed the Draft closely. I, for one, am very happy to see that the Bills would select some of the smartest choices that I've seen in a while. Two Defensive Backs, three Offensive Linemen, two Line Backers, and a Wide Receiver. I'm so confident foe the upcoming season that I actually want to see the summer waste away. I cannot WAIT for August. Not only do I have a great football season to look forward to, but I can also look forward to a huge concert that I'm gonna be at the 1st of August. Can't wait for August.
Friday, March 30, 2012
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
The Power Went Out.... :(
Saturday was so boring. When the power goes out at my house, it tends to stay out for quite a while, usually 3+ hours long. But there is literally nothing to do when the power goes out at my house. Our house is basically nothing but computers, tv's, and handheld game devices, which all require electricity. Luckily for me, I started writing a story a long time ago because of a power outage so I just wrote in that. But I hate when the power goes out because I'm so bored. But oh well.
Friday, March 2, 2012
And here we have another one for you (except better)!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4uZiujx1UCI
A cool transition from the game Amnesia to reality. This time however, the videos a lot longer and more detailed. It also uses the Brute from the game instead of the Grunt (so it's scarier)!
A cool transition from the game Amnesia to reality. This time however, the videos a lot longer and more detailed. It also uses the Brute from the game instead of the Grunt (so it's scarier)!
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Boring Vacation Was Boring >_>
Honestly, I was actually happy to be back in school for once in my life because at least here I actually have stuff to do. I found out that just sitting in front of a computer screen or being in front of a TV screen can actually get really boring. And it's not like the job I have is any better. Filing paper at the doctors office that my mom works at is probably the most boring thing in the world. Plus I have to do it for 8 hours so that doesn't make it any better. The only truly fun part of my week is Saturday when me and my band can get together to practice our music. However, even THAT'S getting boring just playing the drums all the time. After getting really hooked on watching some people play guitar on Youtube, I'm starting to think that maybe learning how to play guitar would be much more fun than playing the drums. But I don't want to take lessons which is the problem because my parents won't bother buying me a guitar unless I agree to take lessons. Why they care so much about that I don't really know. I mean, it's not like I'm even going to go anywhere with that anyways. I don't plan on being the next BucketHead (if you don't who that is you should go look him up, great guitar player) but being able to play the guitar well AND playing the drums in my band would definitely be something to have in terms of talent. But like I said, unless my parents understand what I want to do with this for a change, then maybe I can work something out. I would much rather spend 6 hours learning how to play a certain song and achieving that other than playing a mindless video game for 6 hours and wasting my life away. At least knowing how to play the guitar is something you can show your friends instead of saying "I can finally play TTFAF on guitar hero 3". But anyways, I think I've rambled enough, I just know for a fact that my parents are not going to listen to me.
Friday, February 10, 2012
HOW BOUT' THEM GIANTS!!!
You don't know how happy I was to see the Giants beat the Patriots. I was yelling at the T.V. so much that I ended up giving myself a headache while watching the game. Other then that, this week was very boring and anti-climactic. But the week also flew by at the same time and it really wasn't very difficult work wise. Got a ways into my 3D short and started rendering a bit of it yesterday before I left and it's still rendering now. It's amazing how I still have a lot more left to go in my short and it's taking this long to render only about 100 seconds of it. Well, when you put a lot of textures into your animation, it's gonna take a LONG time to render. But oh well, it shouldn't take to much longer to accomplish the render if it does, I'm gonna have to let it go over the weekend.
Friday, February 3, 2012
Funny Video
http://www.youtube.com/user/kilplixism#p/u/24/-ItFyyDQqHc
Really funny video. Anytime somebody rages like this at a video game it's always funny to me.
Really funny video. Anytime somebody rages like this at a video game it's always funny to me.
Funny Video
http://www.youtube.com/user/kilplixism#p/u/1/Q2XE9lsbq1oGreat video here. Definitely worth a laugh.
Super Bowl Weekend
Well, looks like it's the Patriots and the Giants yet again. Can't wait! I'll be very upset if the Giants lose. I really hope that they don't. They shouldn't lose though because of the Patriots poor excuse for a defense and the Giants extremely tough defense versus the offense of the Patriots. Go Giants.
Sunday, January 22, 2012
Friday, January 13, 2012
I'MA FIRIN MA LAZAR....AGAIN!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=endscreen&NR=1&v=ZQLKEZzBIZEMore Shoop Da Woop. You should definitely check out the other ones as well. There's 5 in all.
I'MA FIRIN MA LAZAR!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hSVNbxjdvv8A very funny video of a bunch of little animated shorts someone did.
Finally Back On Track
Finally remembered to actually post my blog this week and I think that this is what made my grade as low as it was. Not posting my blog and not doing my storyboards the right way have, to me, really put a dent in my grade. But, I'm done forgetting, and starting tonight, I'm getting back on track with my blogs. Aside from that, I especially can't wait until tomorrow because of the divisional round in the playoffs. Two games I particularly don't want to miss are the Pats and Broncos and the Packers and Giants. Both those games are coming on late and I hope I can stay up awake long enough to see both of them. I really can't wait to see if Tim Tebow can Tebow the Pats like he did the Steelers. Hopefully, it's at least a good game.
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