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  My animation  Artist Statement: I decided to do my animation on a cat and a spider so I named it The Scaredy Cat. I had the spider climb from the tree down onto the spider which caused the cat to run back and forth. I thought it looked pretty good and then I added my tag brush in the last 25 frames. 

  Sketches Final images Artist statement: I decided to incorporate my logo of lips into my business cards. I also decided to stick with the color scheme for each different one. I really liked the way they turned out and like how I used big fonts so it is very visible and gets to the point in each of my cards.

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ycA97SSMAQ0 In this Indesign 2023 Tutorial, they go over a basic Print Design. They discuss a number of the different tools that you will use when you begin designing a print document, as well as go over how to begin a project. The tools discussed in this tutorial are Selection Tool, Direct Selection Tool, Shape Tool, and Type Tool, among others. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QDfM8VmDRzQ In this video, you will learn to operate tools on the left panel. Also learn about creating duplicate documents. It looks very interesting and the tools look like they will be easy to navigate after watching the tutorial. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wF_fu1wcT0Y In this video, we learn the basics of Adobe Indesign in 11 minutes while being guided step by step on how to create your first pages in InDesign. There are many more functions to InDesign than that is covered in the video but we are able to learn something about the program in the short span of the tutori

This is a short video that introduces frame-by-frame animation basics in Photoshop. This tutorial is a short and simple way to learn how to use the paintbrush, layers, frames, and groups to create a character walk through the changing of imagery in Photoshop. It also will learn the different stages that occur in a character walk animation. This quick tip Photoshop Tutorial demonstrates the very basic process of creating traditional frame-by-frame animation within Photoshop. The tools look pretty interesting to use and I am excited to see how I will work with them. They look pretty self-explanatory from this video. This video shows that black-and-white line-art short animations are more popular than ever. I thought the video did a good job explaining how to use the tools we need. It shows how you can get started making your own animations, and the core concepts you need to understand to progress fast.

  Original image- The Bachelor Image before editing Final image Artist Statement- For this project, I decided to put myself into the reality TV show I watch every Monday with my roommates called The Bachelor. This is one of my favorite shows and I used a picture of me dressed up because all of the girls are as well. The scene I picked is during the rose ceremony where Joey decides if he wants the girls to stay or go home.

  Kirby Jenner's Instagram : @kirbyjenner Upon scrolling through Kirby Jenner's Instagram feed, I stumbled upon an image that immediately caught my attention. The complexity of this particular photo makes it challenging to envision oneself seamlessly integrated into the scene. From the intricate details of the background to the impeccable lighting, every element seems meticulously crafted. Attempting to Photoshop oneself into such a masterpiece would undoubtedly require immense skill and patience. Average Rob's Instagram : @averagerob As I explored Average Rob's Instagram profile, I encountered an image that sparked inspiration for my ongoing "Somewhere" project. The photo depicts a mundane yet relatable scenario, offering a glimpse into the everyday lives of ordinary people. This simplicity is what makes the image so com pelling, as it encourages viewers to reflect on their own experiences and find beauty in the ordinary. Incorporating similar themes into my