WHAT I HAVE DONE TODAY:
I wrote up a final copy of my plot and annotated it as I said I would yesterday, but also completed three character pages. For these I printed off images of possible poses for the final digital images I completed earlier on, as well as a sketch or progress shot of the final one. I also explained the process of creating the final images with screenshots, and wrote up indepth profiles of the characters' personalities and appearances, how they link through symbolism, and how my research effected the final outcomes.
WHAT I WILL DO TOMORROW:
I plan on filling two pages of my sketch book with concept and scenery designs for various aspects of the film.
Friday, 8 May 2009
Thursday, 7 May 2009
07.05.09 -- Narrative research
WHAT I HAVE DONE TODAY:
Today I researched into narrative structures, genres and typical character functions to back up my original plot. Primarily I looked at Todorov and Propp's theories as I studied them in AS level Film Studies, so I was already aware of them. I expanded this research into genres, looking up the foremost genres like horror, fantasy, childrens, etc. and defining them, as well as giving examples.
WHAT I WILL DO TOMORROW:
I will apply what I have found today to the original plot I posted here, rewriting it so that it adheres to everything I have learnt about my characters and the Aztecs in general over the course of this project. I will also annotate this plot summary to show how it derives from my research into narrative, the Aztecs and the films I watched earlier, and what the morals are and how they connect to me personally.
Today I researched into narrative structures, genres and typical character functions to back up my original plot. Primarily I looked at Todorov and Propp's theories as I studied them in AS level Film Studies, so I was already aware of them. I expanded this research into genres, looking up the foremost genres like horror, fantasy, childrens, etc. and defining them, as well as giving examples.
WHAT I WILL DO TOMORROW:
I will apply what I have found today to the original plot I posted here, rewriting it so that it adheres to everything I have learnt about my characters and the Aztecs in general over the course of this project. I will also annotate this plot summary to show how it derives from my research into narrative, the Aztecs and the films I watched earlier, and what the morals are and how they connect to me personally.
Wednesday, 6 May 2009
06.05.09 -- Yaotl digital and merchandise research
WHAT I HAVE DONE TODAY:
Today I wasn't at college as I had a doctor's appointment in the morning. However, I found time in the afternoon and evening to work on Yaotl's final digital image and finally completed it ready to be printed larger for the exhibition.
I also recieved the clay I ordered several days ago, so I'm ready to begin the three dimensional section of the project.
WHAT I WILL DO TOMORROW:
Revise what I have to do in the second, merchandising part of the project as well as setting out how I came up with my film plot, name and character ideas in my workbook. I will also photograph the character models from films I have bought in the past as research for posing and methods for my three dimensional work, and will collect posters to understand the layout and design for my own.
Today I wasn't at college as I had a doctor's appointment in the morning. However, I found time in the afternoon and evening to work on Yaotl's final digital image and finally completed it ready to be printed larger for the exhibition.
I also recieved the clay I ordered several days ago, so I'm ready to begin the three dimensional section of the project.
WHAT I WILL DO TOMORROW:
Revise what I have to do in the second, merchandising part of the project as well as setting out how I came up with my film plot, name and character ideas in my workbook. I will also photograph the character models from films I have bought in the past as research for posing and methods for my three dimensional work, and will collect posters to understand the layout and design for my own.
Tuesday, 5 May 2009
05.05.09 -- Finished character design (3/3)
WHAT I HAVE DONE TODAY:
Today I finished up Quetzalcoatl's design completely, after having some trouble deciding on his head dress design and the even distribution of colours. Some of his tests used too much green, considering that his body is itself composed of different shades of green. In the end I paid homage to the original Aztec drawings of Quetzalcoatl that used a balance of green, red and yellow, all light, natural shades to symbolise his similar traits as a God. I annotated these drawings as well to show the progression of thoughts, ideas and corrections. So that means I've finally completed all three character designs completely ready for the final digital depictions.
WHAT I WILL DO TOMORROW:
I have a doctor's appointment tomorrow, so will be unable to attend college. However, I will work on the digital drawings whenever possible during the day, hopefully finishing the female warriors second final drawing.
Today I finished up Quetzalcoatl's design completely, after having some trouble deciding on his head dress design and the even distribution of colours. Some of his tests used too much green, considering that his body is itself composed of different shades of green. In the end I paid homage to the original Aztec drawings of Quetzalcoatl that used a balance of green, red and yellow, all light, natural shades to symbolise his similar traits as a God. I annotated these drawings as well to show the progression of thoughts, ideas and corrections. So that means I've finally completed all three character designs completely ready for the final digital depictions.
WHAT I WILL DO TOMORROW:
I have a doctor's appointment tomorrow, so will be unable to attend college. However, I will work on the digital drawings whenever possible during the day, hopefully finishing the female warriors second final drawing.
Monday, 4 May 2009
04.05.09 -- Yaotl digital and merchandise research
WHAT I HAVE DONE TODAY:
I drew out two versions of the woman's final image and researched appropriate names for her. This research will form an additional page in my workbook, but I eventually settled on the name Yaotl (yah-tl) that means 'battle' in Nahuatl. I didn't really like my first image of her because it felt too two-dimensional and frigid, without any of her warrior spirit. The second one I drew was much rougher and sketchier, but I think this style works better for the project as it is more raw and aggressive, matching the issues brought up in the plot. This new one is still being worked on, bt I hope to finish it before the end of the week.
I also went shopping for merchandise as research today. I bought three packs of four badges for the TV show Lost, and the films Napoleon Dynamite and The Dark Knight. They are all from different genres, aimed towards different demographics, so writing about my findings will be incredibly useful to the next part of the project. I also bought five bookmarks with various themes and graphics on them, ranging from Winnie the Pooh to fairies, that I will also fix to my workbook and write about.
WHAT I WILL DO TOMORROW:
Finish the Quetzalcoatl section and fully annotate all my character tests.
I drew out two versions of the woman's final image and researched appropriate names for her. This research will form an additional page in my workbook, but I eventually settled on the name Yaotl (yah-tl) that means 'battle' in Nahuatl. I didn't really like my first image of her because it felt too two-dimensional and frigid, without any of her warrior spirit. The second one I drew was much rougher and sketchier, but I think this style works better for the project as it is more raw and aggressive, matching the issues brought up in the plot. This new one is still being worked on, bt I hope to finish it before the end of the week.
I also went shopping for merchandise as research today. I bought three packs of four badges for the TV show Lost, and the films Napoleon Dynamite and The Dark Knight. They are all from different genres, aimed towards different demographics, so writing about my findings will be incredibly useful to the next part of the project. I also bought five bookmarks with various themes and graphics on them, ranging from Winnie the Pooh to fairies, that I will also fix to my workbook and write about.
WHAT I WILL DO TOMORROW:
Finish the Quetzalcoatl section and fully annotate all my character tests.
Friday, 1 May 2009
01.05.09 -- Quetzalcoatl and colour (2/3)
WHAT I HAVE DONE TODAY:
I stuck in the little doodles of Quetzalcoatl in pure watercolour that I did last week to test out his form and fluidity, as well as his colour scheme, last week. This was an interesting experiment, as I didn't want all three characters to be brought about by the same method. Instead I have two characters drawn simply in pencil first and then coloured, and one where the colours formed the character. However, because all three were based off of Gods and I had distinct colour schemes in mind inspired from old Aztec depictions of these Gods, this differing process didn't matter so much. Though I did prefer the process I went through with Tezcatlipoca and the woman moreso.
Also, I went through and added colour to all my sketches, splashing on ink and colour pens and oil pastel to realise which was the most appropriate medium to work in for his project, and annotated all my findings. So now have completely final ideas for Tezcatlipoca and the woman ready to start their final digital images.
WHAT I WILL DO TOMORROW:
As I will not be in college tomorrow I won't be able to finish Quetzalcoatl's pages, but I will instead start working on the digital images and research for the final merchandising and promotional aspect of the project.
I stuck in the little doodles of Quetzalcoatl in pure watercolour that I did last week to test out his form and fluidity, as well as his colour scheme, last week. This was an interesting experiment, as I didn't want all three characters to be brought about by the same method. Instead I have two characters drawn simply in pencil first and then coloured, and one where the colours formed the character. However, because all three were based off of Gods and I had distinct colour schemes in mind inspired from old Aztec depictions of these Gods, this differing process didn't matter so much. Though I did prefer the process I went through with Tezcatlipoca and the woman moreso.
Also, I went through and added colour to all my sketches, splashing on ink and colour pens and oil pastel to realise which was the most appropriate medium to work in for his project, and annotated all my findings. So now have completely final ideas for Tezcatlipoca and the woman ready to start their final digital images.
WHAT I WILL DO TOMORROW:
As I will not be in college tomorrow I won't be able to finish Quetzalcoatl's pages, but I will instead start working on the digital images and research for the final merchandising and promotional aspect of the project.
Thursday, 30 April 2009
30.04.09 -- Warrior princess character sketches
WHAT I HAVE DONE TODAY:
As I planned yesterday, today I have completed three pages of sketches testing out looks for my Aztec warrior princess, basing her appear subtly on the Goddess Itzpapalotl whom she's based off of. I wanted to get across her fiesty, serious nature, but at the same time was keen to explore how she might look in various moods just to get a grip of whether the look was right for her personality. So I drew up a few different expressions, ranging from giggling to aggressive, and used that method to narrow down her look to a final page that I was more or less happy with.
WHAT I WILL DO TOMORROW:
I want to use media like watercolour paint, inks, pen, pencil and possibly oil pastels to explore Tezcatlipoca and the woman further and to pin down the use of colours in their ultimate designs. I also want to start the Quetzalcoatl sketches, adding in the quick watercolour samples I did last week.
As I planned yesterday, today I have completed three pages of sketches testing out looks for my Aztec warrior princess, basing her appear subtly on the Goddess Itzpapalotl whom she's based off of. I wanted to get across her fiesty, serious nature, but at the same time was keen to explore how she might look in various moods just to get a grip of whether the look was right for her personality. So I drew up a few different expressions, ranging from giggling to aggressive, and used that method to narrow down her look to a final page that I was more or less happy with.
WHAT I WILL DO TOMORROW:
I want to use media like watercolour paint, inks, pen, pencil and possibly oil pastels to explore Tezcatlipoca and the woman further and to pin down the use of colours in their ultimate designs. I also want to start the Quetzalcoatl sketches, adding in the quick watercolour samples I did last week.
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