This is my interactive website evaluation based on my A2 media task.
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Thursday, 5 May 2011
HANNAH JEFFERY EVALUATION
This is my interactive website evaluation based on my A2 media task.
Created on WIX.COM
Please click the link below or copy into the HTTP search bar to be taken to this website
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Tuesday, 12 April 2011
Tuesday, 15 March 2011
Website feedback
- a very clear, simple to use website
- great cohesiveness with other tasks; same colour use, fonts, pictures etc.
- an exciting interatctive website packed with great images that are very persuasive
- terrific new media technologies with widgets to facebook, twitter etc
- a great central image that suggests the contrast between the two character
- eye-catching colours and images to draw in the viewer
- meets all the conventions of real film website designs
- great cohesiveness with other tasks; same colour use, fonts, pictures etc.
- an exciting interatctive website packed with great images that are very persuasive
- terrific new media technologies with widgets to facebook, twitter etc
- a great central image that suggests the contrast between the two character
- eye-catching colours and images to draw in the viewer
- meets all the conventions of real film website designs
Ancillary Task - The Website
This is our film website we created using iweb on the Mac.
http://www.beaumedia.org.uk/Daisy_Chained/Welcome.html
Magazine cover feedback
Little White Lies
"An authentic and convincing version of the Little White Lies magazine cover meeting all the required conventions and transforming an original image with appropriate artistic effects. It is evident that extensive research into the forms and conventions has been completed. This has been further developed with creative titles that meet the theme of the film." Kay Millls
"A great choice of font but could improve the coloured background." Josh Morl
"A realistic version of a Little White Lies cover, meeting all the conventions. I like the hint of yellow inside the flower as it emphasizes the daisy." Gemma Lunney
"The font is used well as it represents the title of the film. A very professional looking magazine cover." Rachel Bugg
Empire
"An effective recreation of the Empire front cover with an attractive base image whose colours have been carefully selected for use as the teaser and cover line fonts. All appropriate conventions developed with close attention to detail. A terrific cover." Kay Mills
"A good use of variety and saturated colour, very eye-catching." Josh Morl
"The source of colour from the picture is very effetive making the title stand out. All the conventions have been met and work well." Gemma Lunney
"I like the use of a cohesive picture to ensure it is relateable to your teaser trailer." Josh Shimali
"I like the image used as the character is side on emphasizing the mood of the film. This also makes it original and attractive to the reader." Rachel Bugg
"An authentic and convincing version of the Little White Lies magazine cover meeting all the required conventions and transforming an original image with appropriate artistic effects. It is evident that extensive research into the forms and conventions has been completed. This has been further developed with creative titles that meet the theme of the film." Kay Millls
"A great choice of font but could improve the coloured background." Josh Morl
"A realistic version of a Little White Lies cover, meeting all the conventions. I like the hint of yellow inside the flower as it emphasizes the daisy." Gemma Lunney
"The font is used well as it represents the title of the film. A very professional looking magazine cover." Rachel Bugg
Empire
"An effective recreation of the Empire front cover with an attractive base image whose colours have been carefully selected for use as the teaser and cover line fonts. All appropriate conventions developed with close attention to detail. A terrific cover." Kay Mills
"A good use of variety and saturated colour, very eye-catching." Josh Morl
"The source of colour from the picture is very effetive making the title stand out. All the conventions have been met and work well." Gemma Lunney
"I like the use of a cohesive picture to ensure it is relateable to your teaser trailer." Josh Shimali
"I like the image used as the character is side on emphasizing the mood of the film. This also makes it original and attractive to the reader." Rachel Bugg
Ancillary Task - The Magazine
I created a magazine cover in the style of 'Empire' using Adobe Fireworks. To ensure it was realistic I made sure I included the following conventions: Empire title, price and date, main image, cover lines, colours from the main image etc.
I had to use a number of different layers to create an effective magazine cover as I wanted the girl in front of the Empire masthead but the background behind it. This took a lot of time and effort as well as trial and error but I am very pleased with how it finally turned out.
ancillary magazine cover
After my research into film magazines, i decided that i wanted to create a copy of the Little White Lies cover as i thought my creative art skills would be best used. Furthermore i like the idea of each issue belonging to the chosen film i.e 'The Daisy Chained issue' as the whole cover can adervertise the film. I used the full face image of the character Daisy to follow the cohesiveness of the magazine along with the other conventions such as the logo, titles and the artist's signiture. I use the programmes Adobe Fireworks and Adobe Photoshop. I removed the photo background to later be replaced by a coloured background and added a cohessive creative title to follow the conventions of a Little White Lies Magazine cover.
Poster feedback
Daisy poster:
PROS
-excellent framing
-good light contrast
-a strong central image that reflects the innocence of the main character
-sound application of conventions throughout
-cohesive use of text
-the font used portrays the intertwining of the nature theme by the use of each letter linking together
-clear indication of character and theme within the poster
CONS
-quote over main image
-miniture production logos needed
Stephen poster:
PROS
-menicing to suit the film
-sinister atmosphere created by conventional thriller mise on scene
-low key lighting and dark costume to go with the character
-appropriate use of forms and conventions of a real media product
-very cohesive with the text, image and low-key lighting
-chilling quote to help indicate the theme of the teaser
CONS
-framing could be ajustied to make the character taller
PROS
-excellent framing
-good light contrast
-a strong central image that reflects the innocence of the main character
-sound application of conventions throughout
-cohesive use of text
-the font used portrays the intertwining of the nature theme by the use of each letter linking together
-clear indication of character and theme within the poster
CONS
-quote over main image
-miniture production logos needed
Stephen poster:
PROS
-menicing to suit the film
-sinister atmosphere created by conventional thriller mise on scene
-low key lighting and dark costume to go with the character
-appropriate use of forms and conventions of a real media product
-very cohesive with the text, image and low-key lighting
-chilling quote to help indicate the theme of the teaser
CONS
-framing could be ajustied to make the character taller
Ancillary Task - The Poster
I created this poster using Adobe Fireworks. I desaturated the colour to make it fit the persona of the character and added a quote that fits the film well. I also included conventions such as the title, production credits, age certificate and main actors/actresses names. This ensured my poster looks as realistic and professional as possible.
research into ancillary tasks - poster
TANGLED 24.11.2010
THE KINGS SPEECH 24.10.2010
TRUE GRIT 11.02.2011
PAUL 14.02.2011How cohesive are the products?
I believe that after researching many promotional posters (including my earlier powerpoints), i have a greater understanding of the effect that cohesive products have. The idea of cohesive posters is to follow the theme of the film yet attract different audiences and I think this is a great way to complement all aspects of the different marketing products.
After researching different genres, i have come to the conclusion that many films have opted for a selection of individual character posters. Many of these, i have found, are animated comedy's however all are popular, well-known characters i.e. Toy Story 3, Shrek, Alice in Wonderland. I like this idea as i think it is the most affective way to attract different audiences, especially when it comes to young children as everyone has a favourite character. I will definitely consider this when it comes to creating my own.
The cohesive colours that are used link the posters to the film itself and adds a greater impact towards the genre and to the viewer, particularly if the genre is horror/thriller (Which ours is) as the dark atmosphere can attract the audience.
Release dates and titles are the most important aspects of each poster and i feel that cohesive fonts are more memorable towards the audience rather than constantly changing styles. Furthermore, I like the idea of including rhetorical questions and star ratings/reviews about the film as it can give the audience a greater attraction towards the film as we get an insight on viewers opinions.
Conventions of a film poster:
TITLE
CHARACTER PICTURE/FILM IMAGE
RELEASE DATE
STARRING ACTORS
3D SCREENING
STAR RATINGS/REVIEWS
RHETORICAL QUESTIONS
PRODUCTION COMPANIES
Wednesday, 16 February 2011
Titles
When creating the titles we used Adobe After Effects. The first four titles we use are shown above. We kept these four titles cohesive with eachother as they run one after the other.
We used a preset title animation which slowly fades the writing on as we decided it fitted best with this part of the trailer as it is quite calm and so is the music.
When we got to creating the next two titles the mood of the trailer has changed and it is made more tense. Therefore we changed the next two titles two a different preset animation that capturted the powerful yet strange mood within the trailer. For the main title 'Daisy Chained' we also added a still image of a daisy. We then made it moving by editing its postiotion step by step on After Effects. The use of the daisy created cohesiveness within the production and making it slowly fall to the floor linked in with the falling of Daisy (main character) herself.
For the final title 'coming soon' we used the same animation as 'Daisy Chained' but kept it very simple and didn't add extra images or effects. However as the title appears, the words 'coming soon' are whispered over the top to create a suspense, creepy mood.
Music
The music that we created on garage band was inspired by the children's nursery rhyme 'Daisy Bell' as we liked the idea of the child like quality juxtaposing with the subject matter. To recreate the nursery rhyme, we used a keyboard piano to easily play the notes in a sequence and set our own timing. We used single notes to create a greater impact towards the creepy atmosphere and i think this was very successful.
After establishing the note sequence, we experimented with backing sounds such as 'cloud breaks' and 'reflective strings' to match our thriller genre. The cohesiveness of the music was important as it needed to match the conventions of music in real media texts. By mixing different sounds together and repeating them we found that a slow tempo with long sounds increased the anticipation that when put with our footage, would altogether build the tension within our audience and entice them to want to watch the film when its later released.
After establishing the note sequence, we experimented with backing sounds such as 'cloud breaks' and 'reflective strings' to match our thriller genre. The cohesiveness of the music was important as it needed to match the conventions of music in real media texts. By mixing different sounds together and repeating them we found that a slow tempo with long sounds increased the anticipation that when put with our footage, would altogether build the tension within our audience and entice them to want to watch the film when its later released.
Friday, 11 February 2011
Facebook advertisment
We created a Facebook advertisement page for 'Daisy Chained' as we wanted to promote our film and allow our audience to keep up to date with our progress. Social networking sites are a great way to get feedback from fans and followers and gives our viewers a chance to find out a little bit more about our film and the opportunity to ask questions and voice theirs opinions with wall posts etc.
Thursday, 16 December 2010
Costume board
Teaser trailer main characters
The girl (Daisy) - We want to portray the connotations of pure and innocent towards Daisy, therefore she will wear a pure white dress with either neutral coloured foot wear or no shoes at all. This will prevent them taking away the meaning of the dress. Her hair will be curled to represent the stereotypical image of the ingenue in the production.
The boy (Stephen) - The image of the boy will consist of dark colours (preferably black) to keep the mystery surrounding him unknown.
Wednesday, 15 December 2010
Shot list
Shot 1: Fade from black to still image of cottage in sunlight (long shot). Flash to white.
Shot 2: Flash from white to mid shot of girl happily smiling. Flash to white.
Shot 3: Flash from white to high angle of girl and boy walking hand in hand up the drive. Flash to white.
Shot 4: Flash from white to long shot of girl turning her head to the camera and smiling. Flash to white.
Shot 5: Flash from white to panning shot of girl jumping out on boy then running to the tree and being playful. Flash to white.
Shot 6: Flash from white to mid shot of girl laughing as she feeds horse an apple, then puts daisy in its main. Flash to white.
Shot 7: Flash from white to panning shot of daisies on the grass. Flash to white.
Shot 8: Flash from white to panning shot of girl walking along bench as boy holds her hand. Flash to white.
Shot 9: Flash from white to long shot of girl on straw bale laughing with dogs jumping on her. Flash to white.
Shot 10: Flash from white to boy filming girl putting on lipstick in the mirror, girl then laughs and pushes camera away (hand held camera). Flash to white
Shot 11: Flash from white to long shot of girl and boy riding bikes towards camera. Cut.
Shot 12: Mid shot as bikes ride past camera from side, girl laughing at boy. Cut.
Shot 13: Long shot of girl and boy riding bikes away from camera. Cut.
Shot 14: Static camera as bikes come towards camera and then pass either side. Flash to white.
Shot 15: Flash from white to over the shoulder shot of boy putting daisy in the girl’s hair. Fade to black.
Shot 16: Black screen with heavy distressed breathing. Quirky writing shown on screen (undecided).
From shot 1-15 the nursery rhyme ‘Bicycle made for two’ verse 1 will play.
Shot 17: Extreme close up of low angle of girl’s eye opening, looking around and showing panic and distress (heavy breathing). Cut.
Shot 18: Long shot of girl tied to tree, trying to get out. Flash to black.
Shot 19: Flash from black to still image of cottage in rain. Flash to black.
Shot 20: Flash from black to low angle shot of girl frantically running up the stairs. Flash to black.
Shot 21: Flash from black to extreme close up of girl’s eye closing. Fade to black.
Shot 22: Fade from black to still shot of house window with girl inside, slowly running her hand down the glass. Flash to black.
Shot 23: Flash from black to extreme close up of boy sadistically smiling. Flash to black.
Shot 24: Flash from black to extreme close up of girl’s eye suddenly opening. Cut.
Shot 25: Canted angle shot of boy’s feet walking down dirt path towards tree. Heavy footsteps, also singing creepily ‘Daisy, Daisy give me your answer do’. Fade to black.
Shot 26: Black screen, still hearing footsteps and boy singing ‘I’m half crazy all for the love of you’.
Shot 27: ‘Daisy Chained’ title appears across black screen.
Shot 28: Fade from black to point of view shot of boy walking towards girl cowering in corner of room. Girl looks up straight into camera and begins to scream. Cut to black.
Shot 29: Black screen, scream continues.
Shot 30: Black screen as coming soon and credits appear. Voice whispers ‘coming soon’.
Shot 2: Flash from white to mid shot of girl happily smiling. Flash to white.
Shot 3: Flash from white to high angle of girl and boy walking hand in hand up the drive. Flash to white.
Shot 4: Flash from white to long shot of girl turning her head to the camera and smiling. Flash to white.
Shot 5: Flash from white to panning shot of girl jumping out on boy then running to the tree and being playful. Flash to white.
Shot 6: Flash from white to mid shot of girl laughing as she feeds horse an apple, then puts daisy in its main. Flash to white.
Shot 7: Flash from white to panning shot of daisies on the grass. Flash to white.
Shot 8: Flash from white to panning shot of girl walking along bench as boy holds her hand. Flash to white.
Shot 9: Flash from white to long shot of girl on straw bale laughing with dogs jumping on her. Flash to white.
Shot 10: Flash from white to boy filming girl putting on lipstick in the mirror, girl then laughs and pushes camera away (hand held camera). Flash to white
Shot 11: Flash from white to long shot of girl and boy riding bikes towards camera. Cut.
Shot 12: Mid shot as bikes ride past camera from side, girl laughing at boy. Cut.
Shot 13: Long shot of girl and boy riding bikes away from camera. Cut.
Shot 14: Static camera as bikes come towards camera and then pass either side. Flash to white.
Shot 15: Flash from white to over the shoulder shot of boy putting daisy in the girl’s hair. Fade to black.
Shot 16: Black screen with heavy distressed breathing. Quirky writing shown on screen (undecided).
From shot 1-15 the nursery rhyme ‘Bicycle made for two’ verse 1 will play.
Shot 17: Extreme close up of low angle of girl’s eye opening, looking around and showing panic and distress (heavy breathing). Cut.
Shot 18: Long shot of girl tied to tree, trying to get out. Flash to black.
Shot 19: Flash from black to still image of cottage in rain. Flash to black.
Shot 20: Flash from black to low angle shot of girl frantically running up the stairs. Flash to black.
Shot 21: Flash from black to extreme close up of girl’s eye closing. Fade to black.
Shot 22: Fade from black to still shot of house window with girl inside, slowly running her hand down the glass. Flash to black.
Shot 23: Flash from black to extreme close up of boy sadistically smiling. Flash to black.
Shot 24: Flash from black to extreme close up of girl’s eye suddenly opening. Cut.
Shot 25: Canted angle shot of boy’s feet walking down dirt path towards tree. Heavy footsteps, also singing creepily ‘Daisy, Daisy give me your answer do’. Fade to black.
Shot 26: Black screen, still hearing footsteps and boy singing ‘I’m half crazy all for the love of you’.
Shot 27: ‘Daisy Chained’ title appears across black screen.
Shot 28: Fade from black to point of view shot of boy walking towards girl cowering in corner of room. Girl looks up straight into camera and begins to scream. Cut to black.
Shot 29: Black screen, scream continues.
Shot 30: Black screen as coming soon and credits appear. Voice whispers ‘coming soon’.
Tuesday, 14 December 2010
Characters
We have chosen the two main characters we want to include in our production and from this we have continued to develop and evolve our narrative.
Our first character Daisy is the main girl character and she will be portrayed as very sweet and innocent. According to Vladimir Propp's seven character types she fits the role of the 'princess'. This means she is the victim within the production plus she will set the task of being rescued to the 'protagonist'.
The other main character is our 'antagonist' he represents the opposition against which the protagonist must contend and will oppose the other main character (in this case, Daisy). However we are going to produce a twist with him and constrast his character throughout our teaser trailer.
Nursery rhyme
(The sections in bold are the chosen lyrics that we believe reflect and support our narrative).
There is a flower within my heart
Daisy, Daisy
Planted one day by a glancing Dart
Whether she loves me or loves me not
Sometimes it's hard to tell
Yet I am longing to share the lot
A beautiful daisy bell
Daisy, Daisy give me your answer do
I'm half crazy, all for the love of you
It won't be a stylish marriage
I can't afford the carriage
But you look sweet upon the street
On a bicycle built for two
We will go tandem as man and wife
Daisy, Daisy
Peddling our way down the road of life
I and my daisy bell
When the roads and we both despise
Please men the lambs as well
There are bright lights in those dazzling ice
A beautiful daisy bell
Daisy, Daisy give me your heart to do
I'm half crazy, Hopeful in love with you
It won't be a stylish marriage
I can't afford the carriage
But you look sweet upon the street
On a bicycle built for two
I'll stand by you in wear or well daisy, Daisy
You'll be the bell we'll try to rip you know
You'll be the bell we all try to rip you know
Sweet little daisy bell, You'll take the lead in each trip we take
And if I dropped out, I will say here's the drink by beautiful daisy bell
Daisy, Daisy give me your answer do
I'm half crazy, all for the love of you
It won't be a stylish marriages
I can't afford the carriage
But you look sweet upon the street
On a bicycle built for two
Oh daisy, Daisy give me your answer do
I'm half crazy, all for the love of you
It won't be a stylish marriage
I can't afford the carriage
But you look sweet upon the street
On a bicycle built for two
But you look sweet upon the street
On a bicycle built for two
But you look sweet upon the street
On a bicycle built for two
For two, For two, For two, For two
Thursday, 9 December 2010
The Daisy Link
We originally started out with the idea of a Daisy then tried to link the meaning to the narrative of the film. We used mise en scene to help portray the image of our theme; 'nature'.
The cohesive link of the daisy follows, as the girls name. This helps create the recurrent motif.
The third idea we have to link in the daisy is the nursery rhyme 'Daisy Bell'. The music adds a contrapuntal spin to our idea as the music will change half way through contrasting good and bad.
Mood board
From early discussion we created a mood board to display our ideas from our genre to the theme of growth. From this we decided that the image of the daisy would be the main point within our teaser trailer as the connotations of the daisy, being pure and innocent, portray the characteristics of the young girl. Brainstorming our ideas we liked the idea of using the nursery rhyme 'Daisy Bell' however changing the way the lyrics are spoken to create a tense atmosphere. In contrast we will use the music background to create the opposite atmosphere of happiness.
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