Chapter Twelve - More Reflection

Reflection for the Modules that have just pasted.

In this post I'm going to reflect on modules 5 and 6. In my last couple of blogs I not put much of myself into them, partly because when I'm updating my blog I'm running around doing loads of other stuff. I'm mummy on a mission, full time, the jobs never ends and I never stop, well only to sleep... Ah sleep thing I miss the most. All you child free people, enjoy your sleep because your lucky to have it *sigh* sleep. 

Module 5 - Digital skills Acquisition

In this module I will be using Illustrator, Photoshop, Premier and Cinema 4D to produce several pieces of artwork which will show my Character development from 2D to 3D. I will attend workshops and computer sessions to extend my knowledge of the software and techniques. I will also compile a research file to show how I developed my ideas and learnt new techniques/skills. I will build a range of ideas and concepts within my sketchpad.

I will create a model sheet that will have detailed elevations, expressions and dynamics of my character using Photoshop and Illustrator. Then build on that to create my 3D model and make a walk cycle and facial expressions. To help this I will design and develop a detailed set of character deigns that will show my concept. I need to think about my pace and timing when animating my 3D character and ensure I manage my time well and hopefully finish everything to the deadline. 

On reflection I wish more confidences in myself to do more challenging character, I feel that was my down fall in this module. Apart from that I did very well and even though I did finish the final model, I learnt loads and this carry me forward into the next year.

My strengths in this module are (and across all modules) :-  

• Time management
• Quick to pick thing up/learning

My weakness in the module are (and across all modules) :-

• Lack of confidences in my skills
• Poor grammar and spelling

Module 6 - Contextual Studies

This module was about writing an Essay about the historical development of animation, and I will research each area of animation and pick one to write an in depth Essay about. The eight areas are –

•          Direct Film making 
•      Pixilation1.      
•      Rotoscoping1.     
•      Stop Motion 
•      2D Stop Motion   
•       Mixed Media  
•       2D Animation 
•            3D Animation

I hope to build my knowledge of animation theory and context. Through my research, I hope to show examples of animation developed through time, with the improvements of technology. 

Looking back I feel I did okay, writing my worst area and I'm working on it. I have learnt more about myself and how I need to leave more for writing up my work to a good standard. It's expanded my knowledge of different types of animation and how they shaped animation today.