Overview:
This week, we started creating a narrative (voice over script) for the project. We also finished most of the objects including Guitar, one of the environments. We finalized using black and white art style, and we continued to explore the software and hardware.
Narrative Sample:
“Just as the Civil Rights Movement touched the lives of Americans throughout the United States, so did John Hurt and his music. He performed for audience all over the country. In short time his musical success led him to perform prestigious events like the Newport Jazz Festival in 1963. Almost overnight, this humble musician from Avalon, Mississippi became the Blues legend of his generation.
But that would change in 1965. At the height of his success, John decided to step away from the musical spotlight and return home to Avalon. The death of his son TC is what brought him home to be with his family. Just four months later, John himself passed away.”
This version is edited by Charles Johnson, our faculty advisor.
Art Update:
Guitar, Cabin
Art Style:
Intended to apply Black&White stylized art style to match the animation to the historical footage’s style, with details like film grain and material textures added by shaders.
Software and Hardware Update:
We started the brown boxing process and created a cardboard version of the radio to test if the size feels comfortable.
Next Week Plan:
- Finish the brown-box prototype of the project.
- Finish the 3D modeling and create a video for demo.
- Finish a shot list for what we are going to capture in Mississippi.
- Record a voice over for the video.