animation

Animation Timeline

Zoetropes.

A zoetrope is one of several animation toys which were invented int the 19th century, as people experimented with ways to make moving pictures. The slots in the side of a zoetrope act like a shutter on a cinema projector.

A zoetrope are known as "wheels of life", when you place a strip of drawing inside the zoetrope spin it and look through the slits on the side, you will see the images come to life as they begin to move.

The Phi Phenomenon.

The Phi Phenomenon is the optical illusion of perceiving a series of still images, when shown in rapid succession. This is also the result of human instinct, as our brains strive to make meaning from what we perceive. Mark Wertheimer defined this phenomenon in (1912).

The persistence of vision.

The persistence of vision refers to the length of time the retina retains an imagine, it was first noted by Peter Mark Rogers in 1820. When a sequence of still images are presented in quick enough succession the viewer interprets them as a continuous moving image, this is the same principle that enables live action film making and projection to work. Film theorists often refer to this illusion of movement as the persistence of vision.

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Unit 16

Task1. Complete introduction to editing, Q and A as outlined here: http://newmediateacher4.blogspot.com/2011/12/introduction-to-editing.htl
(16.1.1)

"Introduction to editing: The Gloaming"

• What is editing?

Editing is the process of selecting from different shots and joining them together to tell a story.

• What is elliptical editing?
  

Elliptical editing allows us to fill gaps, moving the story on more quickly, taking us less actual time on screen.

• Why are long shots used?

The choice of a long shot is to remind us where she is and tells us that she is alone.

• What is non-diegetic sound?

A note of music playing underneath the sound of nature. Character cannot hear it, only the audience can. Adding to this quieting mood also adding tension and an uneasy atmosphere.

• How do we know she is bending down to pick up the ring?

The character looks down into the right of the frame, as she bends down we cut to a ring buried in the grass and because this shot follows the previous on of her looking down we fill in the gaps and make the connection that the ring is what she's looking at.

"Hustle."

• Overhead establishing shot- What does this achieve?

The director sets out the space where the action will take place and the characters positions within the room.

• What is shot-reverse-shot?
  

By cutting back and forth between the two men we assume that they are looking at and talking to each other.

• What is eye-line matching?

For example the big man standing up looks off-screen and down whereas the seated man looks off-screen and up, guessing from the angle of their eyes that they're looking at each other.

• Why do we cut to the other members of the group?

So that we can see their faces and their reactions both to the plan and to each other either individually or as a group.

• What is a wipe?

A wipe is a slick transition, moving the action to a different location and time.

Now watch "Editing: The invisible art" and take notes:

• How can editing build tension?

The number and frequency of the shot changes, cuts from one character to another. Long shot- close up. Reaction shots of main character as the end comes close tension builds making the shots shorter and more frequent.

• What is cross cutting?
  

Cross cutting are shots between two climbers comparing their journey up the cliff, cutting back to the audience.

• What are reaction shots?

Reaction shots are anxious reaction shots of an audience showing facial reactions and expressions.

• What is seamless ending?

When you do not really notice the work of the editor due to the drama and the construction of the sequence.

• What is a jump cut?

A large copper bowl, camera cuts revealing a much smaller bowl. A jump cut is a deliberate joke. Also the filmmaker is letting the audience in on the filmmaking process, not hiding but exposing the technique.

• What is a flashback and what does it achieve?

Flashbacks take the audience from one point in time to another they show a back story a key moment in characters life explaining how they got to where they are now.

• How can editing be used poetically?
  

Without making the connection explicit the audience is able to join the dots.

Watch "Playing with time"- watch the film "The gloaming." Write a short evaluation of the editing used in this film refer to detailed examples from the film and use terminology you have learnt.

In this short film 'The Gloaming' a lot of elliptical editing has taken to place to build a story. Elliptical editing mean that because this film is only 4 minutes long, there is not enough time for a shot for every action to be within this film, elliptical editing allows the story to move along faster, forcing the audience to fill in the gaps about what is happening. A number of editing techniques have been used for example, this story is about a newly married couple that came across an abandoned caravan which had some weird things within it such as a skull. All of a sudden the lady then appears to be alone in the middle of nowhere, this is where the editing is described as being poetic due to the fact that the audience does not see everything that has happened however we are able to join the dots up. We then understand that the shots of the man and woman in the begin are flashbacks that the lonesome woman is having, flashbacks take the audience from one point in time to another they also show a back story, a key moment in the woman's life explaining how she got to where she is now. Non-diegetic sound occurs when it is clear that the lady is alone, this gives the audience a feeling of loneliness and some a sense of fear, non diegetic sound is a note of music that plays underneath the sounds of nature. A number of shot-reverse-shots have been used this is to indicate although the two are not together its tricks the audience into thinking they are talking and looking at each other almost as if they were right next to each other. Whereas the woman is actually having flashbacks of the man the shots then cuts back to the lady in the present day. During the shot-reverse-shots eye-line matching also occurs this is important to give a realistic approach to what is going on, makes the audience believe that the man and woman are genuinely looking at each other due to the angle of their eyes for example as the woman looks straight ahead of the camera towards the right the man looks straight ahead towards the left.


Summarise in your own words the key aspects of being an editor.

Just like all the other positions in the creative industry, the job role of the editor is very crucial to the desired final product or piece. The Editor works closely with the director in order to produce the finished film before any shooting begins this means that work together in pre-production. The editor check the standards of the technical equipment they also emerge the sense of the story and the performance of the actors. The editor dedicates their time working in an edit suit for long hours to get the best results by carefully choosing the best shots and editing them into a series of scenes. Not only do they work with the director but the editor also runs a team of assistant editors and alongside trainee's on big productions. Not only do the director and editor work closely during the pre-production stage but also within the post production stage by refining the assembly edit into the directors cut; this is then approved by the producers. Fine cut or picture lock then has to be approved by the director or executive producer. They also have a supervisory role during the subsequent music and track laying and the sound mix. 

Essay.

I am now going to be analysing the "Shower Scene" from Psycho 1960. Editing in this film is used to cause tension and suspense

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NCFE. Understanding Mindset.

Mind-set quality.


Honesty & How could I demonstrate this quality-


Honesty is important for employers because by being honest allows an employer to build trust for you as an employee. This quality is important for employers as it also allows then to rely on you to do things such as, completing tasks that the employer has set for you, showing up on time for work without the employer having any doubts. It is also important to be honest with yourself in the sense that you accept what you could have improved on in the work place and also what you do well, this is beneficial for the employer as they know what you need help with and what you're good at so that they can manage you and put you in a suitable role tailored to your strengths and weaknesses.
Being honest is a simple quality to demonstrate being honest with both yourself and the people that you are working with. How I would demonstrate honesty in my course (BTEC L3 Subsidiary Diploma In Creative Media.) would be to constantly have conversations with my tutor about my progress, whether I'm currently below average, above average or average. Discussing this will allow me to be honest about what I could improve on whether it be my attendance and punctuality, work, or attitude towards my work. As I would be demonstrating honesty I could also discus what I need from the teacher whether it be more work to do outside of college or more help during classrooms.


Commitment & How could I demonstrate this quality-


Commitment is important for employers because it lets them know that the individuals that they are employing will not only show up on time to work everyday but also be willing to work to the best standards that they possibly can. Commitment in the workplace also shows motivation, it is important for employers to know that the people they are employing will not give up and be motivated to do their best even whilst facing difficult challenges.
How I could demonstrate commitment to my course would be to show up and be on time as agreed and signed on the contract given to me before I started the college. I can demonstrate commitment by following the contract, also by doing the best I can throughout the 2 years of studying. If challenges come my way I will be able to rise above them.


Flexibility & How could I demonstrate this quality-


Flexibility is important for an employer because it shows them that you are capable of adapting and responding to change quickly without a change of attitude. Flexibility is important because it also shows that you value diversity in the work place, employers are drawn to this quality as it is important to know how to interact with different people for example, people with a different race, sexuality, religion than yourself. As well as being flexible with diversity, employers also look for individuals who are flexible with their time. If an employee is able to move shift times or dates this would be a big advantage as employers look for someone who is able to show up when needed and necessary.
I can easily demonstrate flexibility by not only working in a number of different groups with different people but also showing that I am capable of working individually. I can also show flexibility by attending extra classes or staying behind to catch up with any work needed too.


Accountability & How could I demonstrate this quality-


Being accountable is very important in the work place, this means that the employee has the responsibility to complete any task that has been set for them, performing duties that is required in their job. Employers find accountability very important and expect all the individuals they hire to have. No matter what position you are in being accountable in the work place is key for the company or business you are working for them to succeed.
I can show accountability by taking on different roles within my classroom whether it be the leader of a group having to manage or direct people or any other role, being responsible and completing the tasks set for me.


How mind-set affects employability.


It can be useful to put yourself in an employers shoes. This will help you understand why the mind-set qualities are so important. Describe how you would feel if one of your employers was dishonest uncommitted, inflexible or unaccountable.


How would I feel if someone was:


Dishonest.


If someone was dishonest towards me, I would feel almost as if I would not be able to trust them with completing tasks I set for them. If someone showed me signs of dishonesty I wouldn't want to assign them tasks as I would have doubt in my mind as to whether they would complete the task up to a certain standard. If an employer was dishonest towards me I would fire them as all of the employee's I employ must be honest not only with me but with themselves. For example if an employee exaggerates on how much experience they have with Photoshop, I would automatically set them tasks based around Photoshop however because they have not been completely honest they might not complete the task I've set them up to the standards that they have created for themselves due to false experience they have told me about.


Uncommitted.


If someone shows signs of lack of commitment then I would have to worry everyday about whether they are going to not only show up but also be on time












                                         

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