Powerpoint explaining some of the diverse history of narrative storytelling and animation throughout the ages.

Part 2 of the Unit 33 assignment brief fulfilling the remainder of Grading criteria from Part 1.

Assignment Brief for BTEC Creative Media Unit 33 Stop Motion Animation. This resource is split into 2 sections. This brief represents a written report fulfilling Grading Criteria 1.

Production Sheets for the BTEC Media Courses. For Student resource and assessment. Edit and Print Format.

Includes 10 images for a brush-set, Worksheet and Lesson Plan This lesson focuses on adapting an image for use as a brush to be used in digital art projects or commercial resale. Learners will be shown the basics of creating brushes and how not to create a brush. Through acknowledging mistakes learners will be guided to appropriate action regarding design decisions. Learners will be encouraged to evaluate the benefit of creating their own brushes for artistic endeavour or commercial benefit. The session culminates with learners creating a brush set using a selection of images of smoke. It is encouraged for learners to Photograph items for future brush sets and textures to be used at a later date. Includes: 10 Smoke Images (to be turned into brushes) Handout Lesson Plan

An introduction to Adobe Animate 2017 with lesson plan and worksheet explaining core functions of the software. This lesson sheet could also be tailored to work with previous versions of adobe flash since the controls and layouts are exactly the same. Learners create a simple animation using the characters of their name. The lesson details key framing and use of the timeline.

Learners develop their understanding of the Animate interface. Working with shapes learners create a simple animation. Adobe Animate lesson 2 with lesson plan and comprehensive worksheet detailing core functions of the software. The concept of keyframes is developed in this lesson, automation and graphic objects. This session provides foundational skills in animation and the Animate Software. These worksheets could also be tailored for use with previous versions such as Adobe Flash. Typical lesson time: 1.5 hours

An excellent introduction to blend modes and combining images. Inc: Lesson Plan, Worksheet and source material. This is a rudimentary lesson which familiarises learners with a basic understanding of blending modes. Learners will practise opening and combining images in Photoshop using blend modes to affect the light and dark areas of the image. Typical Lesson Time: 1 hours The lesson comes with explanatory Handout and source material and lesson Plan. Ideally suited to Post 16

Learners create a Magazine cover using the worksheet and source materials provided. The are encouraged to be creative with text and attempt to fulfil the task to a reasonably professional level. This session is a continuation of the hair cut out tutorial using channels however it can be used as a standalone session with the source material included. Typical Lesson time: 1:5 Hours Lesson appropriate for the delivery of basic and essential Photoshop skills.

The focus of this lesson is to introduce Learners to the concept of adjustments layers, composite layers and creating a background image. The outcome is to achieve a modern twist on the Daguerreotype image. Includes Lesson plan, Source Materials, Explanatory worksheet, examples and extension Typical Lesson time 1.5 hours Aims and Objectives 1. Use adjustment layers to add contrast and colour 2. Use composite layers for creative effect 3. Use blend modes 4. Create a vignette for a background image

Rustic Landscape Lesson featuring: Lesson Plan, Extensive Learner Worksheet, Source Materials & example PSD. Typical time: 1.5 hours This is a rudimentary session which familiarises learners with a basic understanding of creating a layered composition in Photoshop. Learners will practise opening and combining images in Photoshop using selection and blend modes to complete the designated outcome. Lesson comes with extensive Handout, source material, example PSDs and Lesson Plan.

Learners work with given typeface and images to create an undead zombie poster in Photoshop. This lesson challenges learners to think creatively about type and creating interest when working with images. Lesson Includes: Lesson Plan, Worksheet, font, source images, PSD file Typical lesson time 1.5 hours

This lesson demonstrates the essential Photoshop skill of creating a selection by using channels. Whilst Photoshop has many tools to create quick selections it is not always appropriate to use them for refined images containing complex selections. In this lesson, Learners will work with channels to create a selection and refine it to a professional standard. Typical Duration: 1:5 hours Extensive Lesson Handout documenting process, Lesson Plan and Source Material • Use a channel to create a selection • Turn a selection into a layer mask • Invert a layer mask • Edit a layer mask directly • Use the clone stamp with a clipping mask to define edges

Creative Masking Lesson Inc: Lesson Plan, Extensive Worksheet explaining concepts, source material, PSD Example. I have created a very in depth handout for this session, explaining many key concepts including the preparatory stage (refining selection ready for image editing) and detailing composite layers and extra touches to finalise the image, creating interest. This session ideally builds upon previous knowledge but could also be used in isolation, given the depth covered in the handout. Learning Outcomes/Objectives • Prepare an image for editing, selecting and adapting the original image • Build a layered composition in Photoshop • Use Layer Masks for creative image editing • Use adjustment Layers for non-destructive image enhancement • Work with blend modes to create contrast, interest and light. Typical Lesson Time 3 Hours or more. Extension Activity for Advanced Learners.

Creative layer correction Inc: Lesson Plan, Worksheet x2, Video Example and PSD. This lesson is a practical method which provides learners with the opportunity to investigate creative layering techniques using Masks and composite layers. The aim is to direct learners experimentation and curiosity in digital imaging techniques and advance their application of knowledge through understanding Photoshop's most powerful feature (Layers). The included worksheet is extensive and covers key concepts in depth, explaining best use of practice. Duration: 3 Hours or 2x 1.5 hour sessions Learning Outcomes 1. Edit an image using layers 2. Create a layered composition 3. Blend layers using Layer Masks 4. Use colour tone and texture This session highlights the use of:- Composite layers Multiple Exposures Creative layer masking Manual sharpening Fake depth of field Colour toning The session comes complete with Lesson Plan, an in depth Handout covering the two examples shown, Extension activity, Video and Tutor examples. Complete Lesson with instruction video

Simple lesson with a great result. Features: Lesson Plan, Extensive 12 page Worksheet, Pre-made selection for ease of use. As you will see I take great pride in making my Handouts quality, to aid both student and teacher. The lesson is priced upon my time in creating these original lessons, this one took me a day and a half to develop. Please note that you are not paying for source materials which I am sure you will find online but quality original lessons with quality original teaching resources designed with learner and teacher in mind. This lesson has been crafted for time and ease. I have created a pre-made selection in the PSD file so learners can access it, in order to speed up the session. I explain in the handout key concepts, always cautious to explain why - not just how.

This is a really excellent lesson which achieves a great result with relative ease. It provides learners with a simplistic method for creating digital art quickly whilst showing them the benefits of non-destructive image editing. This session includes: Handout, Original Image, Video example, Final Image, Brush and Lesson Plan. Learning Outcomes: 1. Use Layers to build a composition 2. Use brushes to creatively edit an image 3. Use layer masks to edit images 4. Colour tone an image using blend modes Complete lesson ideally suited to Post 16 education detailing the use of layers and masks in Photoshop for creative practice.

An intricate lesson detailing some advanced techniques, 12 page worksheet developed for a 3 hour session. Includes lesson plan, source materials, textures, pattern overlay and example PSD. Lesson Objectives/Outcomes 1. Use Layers to build a composition 2. Use shortcut keys effectively 3. Use smart filters 4. Load Patterns 5. Apply Images to layer Masks

A very simple introduction to using Layer Masks in Photoshop. This is a great lesson for beginners and advanced users of Photoshop, inspiring creativity through skill based learning. The worksheets are prepared with great care to explain the process, detailing how layer masks affect the blending of layers. The lesson also comes with Lesson plan, resource material and example .PSD file. Typical lesson time 1-1.5 hours Learning Outcomes/Objectives 1. Use Layers to build a composition 2. Use Layer Masks to create transparency 3. Use the Overlay blend mode to add contrast to an image 4. Make adjustments to images to increase contrast For those of you having trouble with the images.zip file - I have uploaded another 'working' version. I have also re-mastered the Worksheet PDF and altered the lesson plan.