Next you will begin experimenting with whiteboard or chalkboard animation. The Nikon DSLR cameras are in the classroom as well as markers and whiteboards.
You will be creating animations that are run at 30 frames per second so a ten second animation may consist of up to 300 frames, or individual pictures.
This week I expect you to experiment with various ideas and setups. Work with different color markers, surfaces, and materials. Research examples of this type of animation.
You might consider using overhead projectors to trace animations or photographs onto the whiteboard.
In other words, use this week to generate ideas and try them out within this medium.
Document your work on your blog.
Things to keep in mind:
- Set the camera to Manual Focus - We discussed this in class
- Keep the lighting consistent from class to class
- Keep the camera still and the shooting angle consistent - Use a tripod or set up the camera so that it is stable from shot to shot. Don't hold it by hand.
- Put a post it Note on your SD card - We'll download the pictures later in the week.
Feel free to come to my classroom for any questions.
Next class we will be downloading Stop Motion Pro on your laptops.
