Blog Assignment for 5/1/16

This week's blog assignment is a bit different. You will only be doing one post this week instead of three, but it will be a longer, more specific assignment. This post will also count as a math and science grade, so make it a good one!

Watch the following video: http://filmmakeriq.com/2016/04/the-science-of-rendering-photorealistic-cgi-a-filmmaker-iq-lesson/

You will then summarize, respond, and give opinions, as usual, but your post must include the following items at some point in your discussion:

• How are math and science related to this topic?
• Explain Projection and Rasterization, and contrast it with Ray Casting
• What were three major problems with the Rasterization method, and how did Ray Tracing help solve them?

• Explain the difference between direct and indirect illumination? Why is this relevant to photorealistic rendering?

• How was the issue of indirect illumination overcome, and what were the tradeoffs?
• Discuss Moore’s Law vs. Blinn’s Law and how they relate to this topic.
• Do you agree that CGI is different from other art forms? Explain.

Your final post should be several paragraphs long. This is a very technical video, so pay close attention. You may need to watch it more than once to grasp the concepts, so I would not recommend doing this one at 11:00 on Sunday night. You know who you are.

Hey Video Students, this just moved into the Wurlitzer building, 10 minutes from here...

http://buffalofilmleague.com

Looks like a great place to make industry connections, take workshops, rent equipment, and get your work out there. They take student members, also, so might be something to think about if you are going to college for video production in this area.

Links for Blogs Due 4/17/16 (ANIMATION ONLY)

Video students, why are you reading this? You are doing a film analysis this week. Go away now.

http://www.animationmagazine.net/features/a-brand-new-book/

http://www.animatorisland.com/to-do-or-not-to-do-lists/

Links for Blogs Due 4/11/16

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5UE3jz_O_EM

http://www.animatorisland.com/7-tips-for-drawing-realistic-humans/#more-3929

NCCC Video Festival (Animation also accepted!)

http://www.niagaracc.suny.edu/ncccvideofestival/

Animation Class - Contest Links for Independent Study

Star Wars Fan Film Awards 2016
http://www.starwars.com/star-wars-fan-film-awards
The Star Wars Fan Film Awards 2016 is a celebration of fan creativity inspired by the stories and characters of a galaxy far, far away! Create and submit your own Star Wars animation.
Length: under 5 minutes Prize: Star Wars Prize Pack Deadline: 4/24/16

‘Childhood Free From Violence’ 2016 Video Contest
http://www.kinderrechte.gv.at/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/FGFB_Ausschreibung_Englisch_Web1.pdf
Children and youths are invited to produce an animated video spot - up to 30 seconds in length - under the theme “Feeling Good – Feelin‘ Bad”. There are four categories - more info on web site.
Length: 30  seconds or less Prize: 2,000 Euro (approximately $2100 USD) Deadline: 4/30/16

Sixth Annual Evolution Video Contest
http://evolutionfilmfestival.org/how-to-submit/
Submit an animation that explains a fun fact, key concept, compelling question, or exciting area of evolution research.
Length: under 3 minutes Prize: $1000, $500 Deadline: 5/31/16

‘Engineering For You’ 2016 Video Contest
http://www.nae.edu/e4u3/EngineeringForYou.aspx
Submit a 1- to 2-minute animation focused on Mega-Engineering. See web site for examples of Mega-Engineering.
Length: 1-2 minutes Prize: $25,000, $5000 Deadline: 5/31/16

Video Class - Contest Links for Possible Independent Study Choices

Choice 1: Natural High Contest (Individual Project)
http://naturalhigh.org/contest2016/
Submit a video about your Natural High and how it’s inspired you to say no to drugs and alcohol. Show us how you’re living a naturally high lifestyle and how it’s helping you live a life you love.
Length: 1-3 Prize: $1500, $250, plus a chance to win a trip to San Diego Deadline: 4/30/16

Choice 2: Star Wars Fan Film Awards 2016 (Individual Project)
http://www.starwars.com/star-wars-fan-film-awards
The Star Wars Fan Film Awards 2016 is a celebration of fan creativity inspired by the stories and characters of a galaxy far, far away! Create and submit your own Star Wars film or animation.
Length: under 5 minutes Prize: Star Wars Prize Pack Deadline: 4/24/16

Choice 3: Sixth Annual Evolution Video Contest (Individual or Partners)
http://evolutionfilmfestival.org/how-to-submit/
Submit a film or animation that explains a fun fact, key concept, compelling question, or exciting area of evolution research.
Length: under 3 minutes Prize: $1000, $500 Deadline: 5/31/16

Choice 4: ‘Engineering For You’ 2016 Video Contest (Individual or Partners)
http://www.nae.edu/e4u3/EngineeringForYou.aspx
Submit a 1- to 2-minute film or animation focused on Mega-Engineering. Mega-engineering projects typically address important needs of large populations and/or societies, require teams working across countries and cultures on a solution, and involve at least three disciplines including engineering. Examples: space travel, sustainable energy, medical advances.
Length: 1-2 minutes Prize: $25,000, $5000 Deadline: 5/31/16