Week 4 ~ Weather Repack ( July 20-24 )( 8-12 yrs )
In this course we will learn some basic visual effects in DaVinci Resolve 16. Visual Effects (abbreviated VFX) is the process by which digital imagery is created to manipulate or enhance real world footage that has been filmed with a video camera. We will create a series of weather effects including Fog, Lightning, Rain, Storm and Rainbow effects. Toronto weather is pretty unpredictable and it can change drastically in no time. Join us and learn to carry your own weather!
In this workshop, we will use the Hollywood-grade video editor – DaVinci Resolve 16. It’s also free to download and cross-platform. Students who enroll in this LIVE online workshop will be working on the Fusion feature to create their own visual effects. Check out https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/products/davinciresolve/ to learn more about the software.
We will be using free stock images and video footage, so don’t worry if you don’t have a camera or video recording device.
This class is suitable for any experience level. Students will learn the valuable skills of planning and execution of the digital creatives giving them the valuable insight into the self discipline required to become a successful and skilled artist in today’s world.
Week 8 ~ Cutting Commercials ( Aug 17-21 )( 8-12 yrs )
Knowing how to shoot a video isn’t enough, You need to learn how to SELL it. In this workshop, students will learn some advanced editing techniques to make some stunning video commercials. Some basic Motion Graphics will also be covered in this course. Motion graphics are pieces of animation or digital footage which create the illusion of motion or rotation, and are usually combined with audio for use in multimedia projects.
In this workshop, we will use the Hollywood-grade video editor – DaVinci Resolve 16. It’s also free to download and cross-platform. Students who enroll in this LIVE online workshop will be working on the Fusion feature to create their own ads. We will be using free stock images and video footage, so don’t worry if you don’t have a camera or video recording device.
This class is suitable for any experience level. Students will learn the valuable skills of planning and execution of the digital creatives giving them the valuable insight into the self discipline required to become a successful and skilled artist in today’s world.
Week 4 ~ Cutting Commercials ( July 20-24 )( 8-12 yrs )
Knowing how to shoot a video isn’t enough, You need to learn how to SELL it. In this workshop, students will learn some advanced editing techniques to make some stunning video commercials. Some basic Motion Graphics will also be covered in this course. Motion graphics are pieces of animation or digital footage which create the illusion of motion or rotation, and are usually combined with audio for use in multimedia projects.
In this workshop, we will use the Hollywood-grade video editor – DaVinci Resolve 16. It’s also free to download and cross-platform. Students who enroll in this LIVE online workshop will be working on the Fusion feature to create their own ads. We will be using free stock images and video footage, so don’t worry if you don’t have a camera or video recording device.
This class is suitable for any experience level. Students will learn the valuable skills of planning and execution of the digital creatives giving them the valuable insight into the self discipline required to become a successful and skilled artist in today’s world.
Week 7 ~ Podcast Authoring ( Aug 10-14 )( 13-17 yrs )
In this workshop, we will cover topics such as podcast scriptwriting, voice coaching, sound recording, music and sound effects selections, audio editing and more. Students are expected to complete their original piece of audio drama by the end of the course.
In this workshop, we will use a FREE and cross-platform audio software – Audacity. It is an user-friendly, multi-track audio editor and recorder for Windows, Mac OS X and other operating systems. Check out https://www.audacityteam.org/ to learn more about the software.
This class is suitable for any experience level. Students will learn the valuable skills of planning and execution of the digital creatives giving them the valuable insight into the self discipline required to become a successful and skilled artist in today’s world.
Week 3 ~ Podcast Authoring ( July 13-17 )( 13-17 yrs )
In this workshop, we will cover topics such as podcast scriptwriting, voice coaching, sound recording, music and sound effects selections, audio editing and more. Students are expected to complete their original piece of audio drama by the end of the course.
In this workshop, we will use a FREE and cross-platform audio software – Audacity. It is an user-friendly, multi-track audio editor and recorder for Windows, Mac OS X and other operating systems. Check out https://www.audacityteam.org/ to learn more about the software.
This class is suitable for any experience level. Students will learn the valuable skills of planning and execution of the digital creatives giving them the valuable insight into the self discipline required to become a successful and skilled artist in today’s world.
Week 8 ~ Make Your Own Hero ( Aug 17-21 )( 8-12 yrs )
We all have a hero in us. In this workshop, we will learn some basic motion graphics in DaVinci Resolve 16 to create some Heroic Effects videos. Motion graphics are pieces of animation or digital footage which create the illusion of motion or rotation. We will create a series of projects including Star Wars Lightsaber Effects, Iron Man HUD Effects, Harry Potter Spell Effects and Spiderman Web Shooting Effects.
In this workshop, we will use the Hollywood-grade video editor – DaVinci Resolve 16. It’s also free to download and cross-platform. Students who enroll in this LIVE online workshop will be working on the Fusion feature to create their own visual effects. Check out https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/products/davinciresolve/ to learn more about the software. We will be using free stock images and video footage, so don’t worry if you don’t have a camera or video recording device.
This class is suitable for any experience level. Students will learn the valuable skills of planning and execution of the digital creatives giving them the valuable insight into the self discipline required to become a successful and skilled artist in today’s world.
Week 3 ~ Make Your Own Hero ( July 13-17 )( 8-12 yrs )
We all have a hero in us. In this workshop, we will learn some basic motion graphics in DaVinci Resolve 16 to create some Heroic Effects videos. Motion graphics are pieces of animation or digital footage which create the illusion of motion or rotation. We will create a series of projects including Star Wars Lightsaber Effects, Iron Man HUD Effects, Harry Potter Spell Effects and Spiderman Web Shooting Effects.
In this workshop, we will use the Hollywood-grade video editor – DaVinci Resolve 16. It’s also free to download and cross-platform. Students who enroll in this LIVE online workshop will be working on the Fusion feature to create their own visual effects. Check out https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/products/davinciresolve/ to learn more about the software. We will be using free stock images and video footage, so don’t worry if you don’t have a camera or video recording device.
This class is suitable for any experience level. Students will learn the valuable skills of planning and execution of the digital creatives giving them the valuable insight into the self discipline required to become a successful and skilled artist in today’s world.
Week 7 ~ Trendy Portraits Photo Editing ( Aug 10-14 )( 8-12 yrs )
In this workshop, we will create a series of unique self-portraits using various graphic styles, including Caricature, Cartoon, Pop out effects and more.
We will use a Free and Open Source Image Editor – GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP). It is a cross-platform image editor available for GNU/Linux, OS X, Windows and more operating systems. Check out https://www.gimp.org/ to learn more about the software.
NB: If you would like to edit your own portraits, please have them ready before class. Portraits with neutral backgrounds are highly recommended. Don’t worry if you don’t have a camera, we will download some royalty free portraits for you to practice.
This class is suitable for any experience level. Students will learn the valuable skills of planning and execution of the digital creatives giving them the valuable insight into the self discipline required to become a successful and skilled artist in today’s world.
Week 3 ~ Trendy Portraits Photo Editing ( July 13-17 )( 8-12 yrs )
In this workshop, we will create a series of unique self-portraits using various graphic styles, including Caricature, Cartoon, Pop out effects and more.
We will use a Free and Open Source Image Editor – GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP). It is a cross-platform image editor available for GNU/Linux, OS X, Windows and more operating systems. Check out https://www.gimp.org/ to learn more about the software.
NB: If you would like to edit your own portraits, please have them ready before class. Portraits with neutral backgrounds are highly recommended. Don’t worry if you don’t have a camera, we will download some royalty free portraits for you to practice.
This class is suitable for any experience level. Students will learn the valuable skills of planning and execution of the digital creatives giving them the valuable insight into the self discipline required to become a successful and skilled artist in today’s world.
Week 2 ~ Creative Writing ( July 06-10 )( 13-17 yrs )
In this workshop, students will learn the essentials of creative writing and explore different genres including life stories, non-fiction, popular fiction and Screenwriting. We will look at some great works from famous writers, we will also study some well written movie scenes as references. Writing tricks and warmups will be introduced to help students generate ideas. Participants are expected to walk away from this workshop with at least one finished story.
This class is suitable for any experience level. Students will learn the valuable skills of planning and execution of the digital creatives giving them the valuable insight into the self discipline required to become a successful and skilled artist in today’s world.
