Intro blog

Welcome to my intro blog, where you get to meet me, Baneishah.  Growing up with smartphones, social media, and getting to watch movies in theater and streaming sites has been so cool. This has given me a natural interest in all things technology and media-related. Growing up in an age of media with that interest I thought taking an AICE media studies class would be an interesting route. So far it has been interesting learning about films/movies and how they are made,  It’s also interesting to dive into the directors choices in how they convey their stories.  For example using different camera movements and angles to set a scene. I am excited to be able to experience the making of my own piece of media firsthand again. Our first two projects were a really fun learning experience. Shooting a commercial and a music video was actually cool and I think have prepared me for this final task. The music video was the most fun to film and complete since I got my family to collaborate. I naturally love to think about movies and how I would change them or how I would  make them my own so I can’t wait to come up with a super creative final task! I like being challenged in a creative sense, mainly because I love to see what new ideas I can come up with. I now have more  experience with the technicalities of making one but I am eager to do even better this time . Along with this excitement I am also a little nervous since it is a little different than the first times. However, I feel more prepared since doing my first two projects. Now that I have done this twice, I am at ease with the process. Before my first project  I was  anxious about story boarding, and editing. After the projects I am more at ease with these steps. The storyboard process is still my least favorite, only because of my drawing ability, however, I understand it’s important to map things out step by step. Editing is still my favorite part, editing an entire video especially having to drop scenes and rearrange them is like the finishing touches. This is where I can get rid of small mistakes and perfect my craft. After doing my first two videos , I am now more prepared for this. When I envision something I want it to turn out exactly how it is in my mind and I have so many great ideas for this final task! I am  prepared to show how much I’ve learned through the year with this project. I can not wait to bring my creative side out and put out great ideas into my project.

Group Blog

 For my final project, I will be working alone. Generally, I love working in groups and find things easier to do when the work is equally divided with somebody/in a group. However this year, I haven't really met anyone to collaborate with on these projects. Therefore I have been working on my own and doing pretty well. I actually really enjoy working alone. Group work can be a bit stressful when you're unsure of your member's work ethic/style. In a group, roles need to be decided/assigned, a member may not want to do their part, people may miss important days, etc. There are just way too many factors that I can't really control. Especially since I haven't really spoken to anyone this year. Since I have already done the majority of my work alone this year, I have decided to proceed with this route.  Even though I usually prefer being in a group, I actually work pretty well independently and have faith in myself. The only worry I have about being alone is the fact that this is my final project. There are certain areas of this project that I would appreciate help with. For example, the storyboard since I do not draw the best. I am starting to think these issues through and know I'll find a way. Honestly, I don't think doing this project alone will be EXTREMELY difficult but it'll probably be easier for me to figure out since this is my third project.  I know that if I need any clarification or anything I can always ask someone around me or my teacher.  I'm still not too sure on how I'd actually film the project on my own and be in it but if previous students we're successful then I can be too. I plan on planning everything out to a T so I can fix whatever needs to be fixed in time. So far I have a lot of good ideas on what I want my project to be and have a good understanding of the process itself. I've been reviewing the expectations thoroughly so that I make sure I have everything I need.  I think if I just follow my guidelines for this project meticulously then I'll be able to do everything well and get a good grade.I just want to make my project creative, relevant to today, and overall put together.