WEEK 10 - WEEK 14
25/11/2024 - 29/12/2024 / Week 10 - Week 14
Aricia Man Yi Xuan / 0375026
Digital Photography and Imaging / Group 1
Bachelor of Design (Hons) in Creative Media
Project 4: Self-Titled
INSTRUCTION
Timeframe: week 10 - week 14
Duration: 15 second
OutputL .MOV or .MP4 less than 20MB
Size: 1080 x 1920 px (I.G reel / story size)
PROJECT 4: SELF-TITLED
Part 1. Idea Development
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Fig.1.1.1 Biography about myself /
(Week 11, 2/12/2024)
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Fig.1.1.2 Statement about my work /
(Week 11, 2/12/2024)
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Mood Board (References)
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Fig.1.1.3 Mood Board / (Week 11, 2/12/2024)
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Part 2. Design Direction
Sketch
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Fig.2.1.1 Sketch progress / (Week 11, 3/12/2024)
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I started with a rough sketch on paper, and here's the initial idea
of my self-titled poster. The idea I came up with is myself as the
main object, and a classic car and film strips, disco behind, just
like a collage. The word "YOLO" is like shouting it out, presenting
a more dynamic and playful feel. Plus, I wanted to put some images
of my own experiences on traveling.
Digital Poster
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Fig.2.1.2 Main object images / (Week 11, 3/12/2024)
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Fig.2.1.3 Background and elements images from
Pinterest / (Week 11, 3/12/2024)
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Progress
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Fig.2.1.4 Progress #1 - Select
& Mask / (Week 11, 3/12/2024)
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Steps: Select and Mask the main object
Tool: Quick Selection Tool, Refine the
edges
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Fig.2.1.5 Progress #2 - Background
/ (Week 11, 3/12/2024)
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Steps: Adding Background image and position it.
Use Pen Tool to create shapes, then apply a Clipping Mask to
confine the background to the shapes.
Tools: Pen Tool, Clipping Mask
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Fig.2.1.6 Progress #3 - Insert
elements / (Week 11, 3/12/2024)
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Steps: Insert other images and adjust the position.
Adjusting the colour balance of each image.
Tools: Image > Adjustments > Color Balance,
Curves, Hue/Saturation, Contrast
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Fig.2.1.7 Progress #4 - Adjustment of images / (Week 11, 3/12/2024)
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Adjustment: Select Linear Light, Opacity: 84%, Fill: 62%
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Fig.2.1.8 Progress #5 - Draw outlines / (Week 11,
3/12/2024)
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Steps: Draw white colour outlines around the main
object to emphasized it.
Tools: Brush
Tool
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Fig.2.1.9 Progress #6 - Text / (Week 11, 3/12/2024)
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Steps: Insert the text "YOLO—You Only Live Once"
, adjusting font size, and warp it to the position I wanted
Tools: Type Tool, Warp
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Fig.2.1.10 Layers / (Week 11, 3/12/2024)
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FINAL OUTCOME
| Fig.2.1.10 Final Outcome - Self Titled / (Week 12, 10/12/2024) |
TITLE: YOLO —— You Only Live Once
ARTISTIC STATEMENT:
I created a playful poster with the concept of embracing our life
and the idea that "YOLO—You Only Live Once". This design combines
energetic visuals with a mix of real-life memories and nostalgic
elements to reflect the excitement of living in the moment. I want
to present a dynamic, fun, and full of energy experience—like a
snapshot of carefree adventures and meaningful connections with
friends and loves.
The central figure, surrounded by film strips, a vintage red car,
and a disco, represents thejoy of freedom. Through this poster, I
hope to inspire others to embrace every moment, chase their dreams,
do whatever they want, and create memories that make them
smile—bacause YOLO!
Part 3. Execution and Post Production
Progress In Adobe Effects
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| Fig.3.1.1 Progression #1 - Import / (Week 13, 16/12/2024) |
This week, we moved on to continue part 3 of the animation progress. I first import the image from Photoshop. For my animation, my idea is the word "YOLO" starts small and grows larger, as if shouting, like expressing excitement. It might pulse or bounce slightly after expanding to emphasize energy. Next, the hands sway from side to side, like they're walking joyfully, creating a playful vibe. Plus, the film photo gradually appears on the screen, starting faint and becoming fully visible, like a memory being unveiled gently.
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| Fig.3.1.2 Progression #2 - Transform / (Week 13, 16/12/2024) |
Here's the transform I made for each element. I used Position, Scale, Rotation, and Opacity to make it more dynamic.
Part 4. Submission
Fig.4.1.1 Final Outcome - MP4 / (Week 13, 16/12/2024)
REFLECTION
Experience:
In this final project, I created a poster using my self-image and images of travelling and enjoyable moments with my friends and family to do with this "Self-Titled" project. I first used Photoshop for the composition and collage, using masking, colour adjustment, and so on. After that, I moved on to Adobe After Effects to do the animation. However, I made a mistake by setting the size to A4 instead of 1080 x 1920 px, which is the required instruction. Luckily I realized it before I did the animation. Hence, I quickly adjust the size midway through. Then, I took some time to think about the placement of each element and tried different compositions. Finally, I came out with an ideal artwork; I think it expresses my identity creatively, and I was satisfied with it.
Observation:
Through this project, I learned that getting a good composition is not easy, but it's so important. Although balancing the placement and scale of all the elements took time, it made me realize how much even small changes could impact the overall look. Apart from that, adding animation made it more interesting, as the movement helped draw attention to key parts of the piece.
Findings:
Overall, this project taught me a lot about planning and always reading the instructions before I start and being flexible when things go wrong. I will be more careful with my future assignments.
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