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Overview: Advanced Digital Illustration: Exploring Mixed Media Techniques   Unlock your creative potential and take your digital illustration skills to the next level with our comprehensive course: 'Advanced Digital Illustration: Exploring Mixed Media Techniques.' Whether you're a seasoned illustrator looking to expand your skillset or a beginner eager to dive into the world of digital art, this course offers a structured and immersive learning experience.   Module 1: Introduction to Advanced Digital Illustration Embark on your journey into advanced digital illustration with a solid foundation. Learn about the tools, techniques, and principles that will guide you through the rest of the course. Understand the importance of digital workflows, file management, and establishing your unique artistic style.   Module 2: Fundamentals of Composition and Color Theory Master the art of composition and color theory to create visually captivating illustrations. Explore the principles of balance, focal points, and harmony while delving into the psychology behind color choices. Elevate your artwork by understanding how to effectively communicate mood, emotion, and narrative through composition and color.   Module 3: Exploring Mixed Media Techniques in Digital Illustration Unleash your creativity by merging traditional and digital mediums in your artwork. Discover a variety of mixed media techniques, including incorporating hand-drawn elements, textures, and collage into your digital illustrations. Learn how to seamlessly integrate these techniques using popular software tools and workflows.   Module 4: Illustrating Characters and Portraits Bring your characters and portraits to life with depth, personality, and expression. Dive into the fundamentals of character design, anatomy, and facial expressions. Develop your skills in creating compelling character illustrations that resonate with your audience and convey powerful storytelling.   Module 5: Creating Dynamic Backgrounds and Environments Transport your viewers to immersive worlds through captivating backgrounds and environments. Learn essential techniques for creating dynamic landscapes, cityscapes, and atmospheric settings. Explore perspective, lighting, and mood to breathe life into your illustrations and enhance the narrative impact.   Module 6: Storyboarding and Narrative Illustration Master the art of visual storytelling through storyboarding and narrative illustration. Understand the fundamentals of sequential art, pacing, and composition to effectively convey narratives and concepts. Dive into practical exercises and projects that challenge you to craft compelling visual stories from start to finish.   By the end of this course, you'll emerge as a proficient digital illustrator equipped with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to tackle diverse illustration projects with creativity and flair. Elevate your artistic journey and join us in exploring the boundless possibilities of advanced digital illustration. Course Curriculum Module 1_ Introduction to Advanced Digital Illustration Introduction to Advanced Digital Illustration 00:00 Module 2_ Fundamentals of Composition and Color Theory Fundamentals of Composition and Color Theory 00:00 Module 3_ Exploring Mixed Media Techniques in Digital Illustration Exploring Mixed Media Techniques in Digital Illustration 00:00 Module 4_ Illustrating Characters and Portraits Illustrating Characters and Portraits 00:00 Module 5_ Creating Dynamic Backgrounds and Environments Creating Dynamic Backgrounds and Environments 00:00 Module 6_ Storyboarding and Narrative Illustration Storyboarding and Narrative Illustration 00:00

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Unlock the secrets of captivating crime fiction with our Writing Course: Characters and Story Development. Dive into the world of suspense, master character creation, and perfect your plotting and pacing. From dialogue mastery to investigative techniques, craft the ultimate crime narrative. Elevate your writing with expert guidance on complex narratives, twists, and polishing for publication. Join us on a thrilling journey from inspiration to publication in this comprehensive writing workshop.

This 6 week course will support you to make the most of the range of applications Adobe Premiere Pro offers in the production of video. Sample footage will be provided for you throughout the course, but you can also bring along your own video files to work on. The course is quite technical so some computer experience is required. We use Macs on the course – the Premiere interface is the same across operating systems but some shortcuts and menu items are different. Week 1- The basics This week we’ll start with some of the basics, introducing you to editing and Premiere Pro through: A short history of editing; from analogue to digital Getting to know the layout of Premiere Pro Working with ‘bins’ (folders) and creating edit Sequences Making selects from the rushes and sound files by creating in and out points Introducing clips to the timeline and making a simple edit with music Understanding rendering for smooth, full quality playback Week 2- Editing narrative sequences This week we’ll get further stuck into editing by building narrative, focus on offline editing‚ better organisation of your projects and breaking down footage through: Re-linking lost or moved footage Video ingest – importing and organising clips Organising and breaking down rushes using annotated markers and sub-clips Basics of the effects and motion settings Using our skills to create a simple narrative sequence Editing a dialogue sequence Considering the best ways of exporting your film for online Learn Adobe Media Encoder for more efficient exporting Week 3- Video settings, effects & titles This week we will focus in on what makes up video from a technical standpoint. We will then look at how we can work with and alter these parameters for different uses in our films through: Transcoding – converting the footage into an editable file and understanding codecs and meta data Adjusting scale and positioning and using motion keyframes to create movement over time Adding titles and animating them Applying transitions and various stock video effects Layering tracks and using opacity and different layer blending effects Creating masks and using motion tracking Working with green-screen footage, creating mattes, mask filters and working with multiple layers Week 4- Audio & sound This week we’ll consider the importance of sound design and music for narrative and atmosphere in film and experimental video through: Learning how to enhance your film with sound and music Introducing audio and music to the timeline, cutting and leveling Laying down music and cutting the footage to fit Building sound design around an existing edit with sync-sound and SFX Common practice and different approaches for syncing external microphone audio and video Mastering the audio and making sure that it is all levelled Learning how to create subtitles for our films and different methods to export/embed them Week 5- Colour This week we’ll start looking at colour in our videos and what role that plays. We will look at the process of colour grading and changing the mood in our films through: Using Lumetri Colour, the colour-correcting function within Premiere Pro CC Matching the colour of different cameras to create a similar look Creating different “colour grades” to create different atmospheres Stylising our footage Understand the colour limitations of video files and the importance of exposure when filming Working with tracked masks to isolate certain areas within your image to colour correct Week 6- Putting it all together In our final week we will get the opportunity to experiment with all the skills we’ve learned to create an opening sequence for a tv series. This is also a great opportunity to revisit any topics from previous weeks.   Courses are subject to minimum enrolment. Please register early, within five days of the start date, to reduce the likelihood of course cancellation. Please read our cancellation policy before booking. Students, anyone over the age of 65, and those in receipt of any form of benefits can claim the concessionary price, offering a 10% discount on the full course price. Valid proof of eligibility must be produced on the first day of the course. Please use the code CONCESSION when prompted at checkout.

LOOKING FOR: PICTURE BOOKS / CHAPTER BOOKS / MG / YA / NEW ADULT inc GRAPHIC NOVELS Gyamfia Osei joined ANA in 2023 as a Literary Agent in the UK department. She was previously an agent at The Good Literary Agency, where she began building her list of authors. Recent successes include a ‘significant’ 6-figure pre-empt for Busayo Matuluko’s YA debut ‘Til Death, a 5-way auction for Quiet Storm by Kimberly Whittam and the shortlisting of Ebinehita Iyere’s Girlhood, Unfiltered at the 2023 British Book Awards. At ANA, Gyamfia is focusing on on developing the agency’s list of children’s authors, while also representing a bespoke list of commercial adult fiction and narrative non-fiction. In the Children’s space, Gyamfia would love to find contemporary stories that are full of heart and joy-driven books across all genres (think Clare Weze, Kimberly Whittam and Elle McNicoll). Funny middle-grade and YA horror are currently at the top of her list and she is also keen to read more teen projects (think Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging and Glow Up Lara Bloom) this year. She is very interested in finding a graphic novel or illustrated project for either MG or YA readers. In the older fiction space, Gyamfia enjoys well-plotted, fast-paced narratives with authentic characters who lodge themselves in her mind long after she’s finished reading (think Sadie, Verity and Girl A). She’s open to a broad range of genres, but would be particularly keen to see romantasy, cosy crime, contemporary romance and tightly plotted domestic noir. Please note that Gyamfia doesn’t consider literary fiction and, in the commercial space, she is not hugely interested in very high fantasy, trauma-focused stories or particularly gruesome horror.In the non-fiction space, she would be happy to consider commercial narrative non-fiction and cultural history projects (think Brit(ish), It’s Not That Radical and Everything I Know About Love). She is very open when it comes to Children’s non-fiction but would be particularly interested to consider unique cookbooks aimed at young chefs, books exploring mental health/wellness and projects that bring the experiences of marginalised children to the forefront. Gyamfia would like you to submit a covering letter, 1 page synopsis and the opening three chapters (max 5,000 words). For picture books please send two texts and a covering letter. For non-fiction please supply a cover letter and proposal with up to 5,000 words of your sample text. Please send EITHER picture books OR another genre, not both in one submission. (In addition to the paid sessions, Gyamfia is kindly offering one free session for low income/under-represented writers. Please email agent121@iaminprint.co.uk to apply, outlining your case for this option which is offered at the discretion of I Am In Print).  By booking you understand you need to conduct an internet connection test with I Am In Print prior to the event. You also agree to email your material in one document to reach I Am In Print by the stated submission deadline and note that I Am In Print take no responsibility for the advice received during your agent meeting. The submission deadline is: Monday 27th January 2025

Overview: Storyboarding for Animation and Motion Graphics   Welcome to 'Storyboarding for Animation and Motion Graphics,' your comprehensive guide to mastering the art of visual storytelling. Whether you're a seasoned animator or a newcomer to the world of motion graphics, this course is designed to equip you with the essential skills needed to create captivating narratives that come to life on screen.   Module 1: Introduction to Storyboarding for Animation and Motion Graphics In this introductory module, you'll dive into the fundamentals of storyboarding, understanding its importance in the animation and motion graphics pipeline. Learn about the history of storyboarding, its role in pre-production, and how it serves as a blueprint for your projects.   Module 2: Narrative Structure and Story Development Explore the intricacies of storytelling as you delve into narrative structure and development. Discover how to craft compelling stories that engage your audience and keep them invested from beginning to end. Learn techniques for building tension, developing characters, and creating memorable arcs.   Module 3: Visualizing Ideas and Thumbnails Unlock your creativity as you learn how to visualize your ideas through the process of thumbnail sketching. Master the art of quickly capturing concepts and translating them into visual sequences. Explore different thumbnailing techniques and discover how to refine your ideas into polished storyboards.   Module 4: Shot Types and Framing Dive into the world of cinematography as you explore various shot types and framing techniques. Learn how to effectively use camera angles, composition, and framing to enhance the storytelling in your animations and motion graphics projects. Understand the impact of different shots on the viewer's experience and how to choose the right ones for your story.   Module 5: Camera Movement and Blocking Take your storyboards to the next level by incorporating camera movement and blocking. Explore techniques for choreographing movement within your scenes, creating dynamic sequences that draw the viewer in. Learn how to use camera movement to convey emotion, guide the viewer's focus, and enhance the overall narrative flow.   Module 6: Visual Storytelling Techniques In this final module, you'll learn advanced visual storytelling techniques to elevate your animations and motion graphics. Discover how to use color, lighting, and visual effects to enhance mood and atmosphere. Explore ways to add depth and dimension to your scenes, creating immersive worlds that captivate your audience.   By the end of this course, you'll have the skills and knowledge needed to create compelling storyboards for animation and motion graphics projects of any scale. Whether you're working on a short film, a commercial, or a feature-length production, you'll be equipped to bring your creative vision to life in stunning detail. Enroll now and unlock your potential as a master storyteller! Course Curriculum Module 1_ Introduction to Storyboarding for Animation and Motion Graphics Introduction to Storyboarding for Animation and Motion Graphics 00:00 Module 2_ Narrative Structure and Story Development Narrative Structure and Story Development 00:00 Module 3_ Visualizing Ideas and Thumbnails Visualizing Ideas and Thumbnails 00:00 Module 4_ Shot Types and Framing Shot Types and Framing 00:00 Module 5_ Camera Movement and Blocking Camera Movement and Blocking 00:00 Module 6_ Visual Storytelling Techniques Visual Storytelling Techniques 00:00

Telling Stories that Inspire: Create Engagement and Belief so People will Act In this active presentation, participants will encounter the deep and fascinating body of knowledge around organizational narrative. This isn't about performance or building your "public speaking" skills. It is a recognition that story is a strategic act: Which stories should leaders tell? It begins with selection, because when you tell the right story at the right time the results can be transformational. David Hutchens will introduce participants to storytelling through a lens of change management. They will discover the three stories they should be telling now in order to move the system and engage their team in a context of extreme uncertainty. Attendees of this session will: Explore how stories of continuity, novelty, and transition are needs that every organizational system has. Hear specific examples of how other leaders and organizations are telling these stories. Identify some of the 'narrative assets' (the value-holding stories) that they can start telling right away!

To drive actions and get decisions made, you need to be able to present effectively to customers, clients, senior managers or colleagues. The perfect presentation is a potent combination of content, design and delivery  You need to distill down complex concepts, large data sets, intricate processes and innovative ideas. You need to make the right design choices to ensure your slide decks communicate quickly (as well as looking great). And you need the confidence and storytelling techniques to lead your audience through the content.  This course is for anyone who regularly needs to create and deliver presentations for different stakeholders. It will cover how to plan, design and deliver brilliant presentations.  Sample learning content  Session 1: Planning a presentation  Assessing the needs and level of understanding of your audience. Frameworks for building a logical and compelling narrative. Emphasising key messages, while allowing for deep dives and questions. Session 2: Presenting data and processes Understand graphical perception and how people absorb visual information. Effective charts for different types of data stories. How to display processes, timelines and organisational structures. Session 3: Design tricks Using colours to add emphasis and meaning. Creating hierarchies of information to help your audience. Building templates and style guides. Session 4: Delivery techniques Perfecting your performance in-person or online. Dealing with difficult questions and hostile audiences. Refining the beginning, middle and end of your narrative. Delivery We deliver our courses over Zoom, to maximise flexibility. The training can be delivered in a single day, or across multiple sessions. All of our courses are live and interactive – every session includes a mix of formal tuition and hands-on exercises. To ensure this is possible, the number of attendees is capped at 16 people.  Tutor Alan Rutter is the founder of Fire Plus Algebra. He is a specialist in communicating complex subjects through data visualisation, writing and design. He teaches for General Assembly and runs in-house training for public sector clients including the Home Office, the Department of Transport, the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council, the Health Foundation, and numerous local government and emergency services teams. He previously worked with Guardian Masterclasses on curating and delivering new course strands, including developing and teaching their B2B data visualisation courses. He oversaw the iPad edition launches of Wired, GQ, Vanity Fair and Vogue in the UK, and has worked with Condé Nast International as product owner on a bespoke digital asset management system for their 11 global markets. Testimonial "We’ve now worked with Alan for almost 3 years, and during that time he has continued to deliver the highest quality training for our clients and delegates. Alan’s passionate delivery style has continued to deliver innovative training solutions to over 1500 delegates across the public, private and voluntary sector. Each of our courses with him has always delivered exceptional feedback and satisfaction levels." Joe Barlow | Head of Programme, Understanding ModernGov

Explore the revolutionary world of Modernist Literature with our comprehensive course on trends, themes, and analysis. Uncover the intricacies of stream of consciousness, fragmentation, and multiple perspectives. Dive into iconic works like "The Waste Land" and discover the richness of the Harlem Renaissance. Delve into the unique voices of Modernist women writers and explore the existentialist threads in poetry. Navigate postcolonial perspectives and gain insights into the 20th-century literary landscape. Join us for a journey through the pages of change and innovation in literature. Enroll now for a deep dive into the heart of Modernism!

Are you really passionate about film? Do you want to get your hands on the kit used to make real films? Do you want to learn your craft from real filmmakers? Screen and Film School is dedicated to one thing: Film. The BA (Hons) Filmmaking is focused on creating the next generation of filmmakers.