The second session introduced virtual production tools and workflows, including VCam and related plugins. We explored Live Link, virtual camera systems, and Unreal-based production utilities, which opened up a new way of thinking about real-time production and the interaction between physical and digital environments. I found this session particularly engaging because it connected technical tools… Continue reading WEEK 12
WEEK 12
This week’s lecture focused on research design and methodological approaches, exploring how to structure a research project to effectively answer a research question or develop a hypothesis. A key point was aligning the research question with an appropriate method. The lecture emphasised that methodology should not be an afterthought, but an integral part of how… Continue reading WEEK 12
WEEK 11
Returning from the break, we continue working on character animation, with a stronger focus on lip sync. We went through notes and tutorials that helped us understand where lip sync fits within the wider animation pipeline, and although it feels quite advanced and difficult at the moment, it is also very interesting to learn. What… Continue reading WEEK 11
WEEK 11
We began the term by looking at how the Unreal class will connect with the advanced and experimental course. We were introduced to the two possible briefs for Project 2 and encouraged to use the workshops to explore something new. At this stage, the project feels open in a way that is both exciting and… Continue reading WEEK 11
WEEK 11
During this class, while Nigel was talking about the literature review, I realised I had gone too far and would need to cut it down. Even so, I’m proud of the amount of work I’ve done, and it’s already helping me shape the proposal more clearly. This first term 3 session also went through the… Continue reading WEEK 11
WEEK 10
This final week, Ting assigned a new and exciting task: interview an artist we admire or aspire to be. We went through the planning process, including developing potential questions and learning how to reach out professionally. I created a question bank and a list of potential artists in Notion for this assignment. For this assignment,… Continue reading WEEK 10
WEEK 10
During the break, I finished writing my literature review. Instead of simply summarising sources, I aimed to connect them and highlight different perspectives. Through writing, I reached a more nuanced understanding of my topic. While visual elements do play an important role, they do not operate independently. Narrative context and psychological factors also contribute significantly… Continue reading WEEK 10
WEEK 9
This week was focused on several key talks, from Anis’s FMP presentation to industry sessions, which together gave me a clearer picture of both the creative and professional pathways ahead. Anis walked us through the entire FMP process from conception to final render. He emphasised working a little every day, even just sketching, to maintain… Continue reading WEEK 9
WEEK 9
This week’s lecture focused on academic writing techniques, including quoting, paraphrasing, and maintaining ethical standards. We also discussed how to compare sources and develop a critical argument within a literature review.
WEEK 8
This week, Ting gave us the choice of either continuing with another facial animation or using the time to further develop the heavy object exercise. Because I’m still feeling overwhelmed from the previous week, I made the realistic decision to continue with the heavy object. After my one-to-one with Ting, I gradually worked on it,… Continue reading WEEK 8