{"id":15,"date":"2025-09-30T16:51:37","date_gmt":"2025-09-30T16:51:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/?page_id=15"},"modified":"2026-06-06T01:07:53","modified_gmt":"2026-06-06T01:07:53","slug":"narrative-1","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/narrative-1\/","title":{"rendered":"Narrative 1"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"641\" src=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Narrative-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-284\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Narrative-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Narrative-1-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Narrative-1-768x481.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>This was created by myself in Adobe Illustrator<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The Narrative Project really stood out to me throughout my classes. It forced me to combine not only the skills throughout learning the technical aspects of different software but also implementing the themes we wanted to portray. Learning how to use graphic design programs such as Illustrator and Photoshop with video\/audio sequencing programs such as Premiere Pro allowed me to create a more comprehensive and fluid product. Tackling larger and more realistic themes made me want to be more thoughtful about the stories we were telling. I learned that good digital story telling not only comes from understanding how to use the software, but learning how to use visuals and audio to impact how the viewer feels as you tell your story.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--nextpage-->\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Story-Illustrator-1024x640.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Story-Illustrator-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Story-Illustrator-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Story-Illustrator-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Story-Illustrator.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>FLASH FICTION <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">For my Freestyle English class, we were asked to do a flash fiction narrative on whatever we wanted. It was required to do rough drafts, revisions, and have people read our work and critique it. Doing this greatly expanded my view on what it meant to actually write a story. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-03-at-2.23.59-PM-1024x562.png\" alt=\"Process Document for my Flash Fiction story\" class=\"wp-image-286\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-03-at-2.23.59-PM-1024x562.png 1024w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-03-at-2.23.59-PM-300x165.png 300w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-03-at-2.23.59-PM-768x422.png 768w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-03-at-2.23.59-PM.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SHORT STORY AUDIO PRODUCTION <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/soundcloud%253Atracks%253A2276573591&#038;color=%2398988b&#038;auto_play=false&#038;hide_related=false&#038;show_comments=true&#038;show_user=true&#038;show_reposts=false&#038;show_teaser=true\"><\/iframe><div style=\"font-size: 10px; color: #cccccc;line-break: anywhere;word-break: normal;overflow: hidden;white-space: nowrap;text-overflow: ellipsis; font-family: Interstate,Lucida Grande,Lucida Sans Unicode,Lucida Sans,Garuda,Verdana,Tahoma,sans-serif;font-weight: 100;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/soundcloud.com\/freestyle-academy\" title=\"Freestyle Academy\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;\">Freestyle Academy<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/soundcloud.com\/freestyle-academy\/story-by-noams-2026\" title=\"Story by NoamS (2026)\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;\">Story by NoamS (2026)<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Reflection<\/strong>: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">As I think about how well I presented my story that includes music and SFXs, I think that the combination of narration, background music, and sound effects helped create a good mood and setting for the listener. I think that the use of my own flash fiction story as the base for the project helped me create a more personal experience, allowing me to fully grasp the mood and intent behind each scene. The use of Pro Tools helped me better organize the narration, music, and sound effects separately, which helped me control their use more precisely. While there were some parts that could have flowed more smoothly, I think that the use of music and SFX helped improve the storytelling experience for the listener.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">What I am proudest of in my Short Story Audio Production project is how well I was able to utilize Pro Tools to combine the different sounds. Learning how to use Pro Tools to combine the narration, music, and sound effects was a new experience for me, which gave the story a more professional touch. I am especially proud of how the music supported the emotional shifts in the story and how certain sound effects made key moments stand out. Adding sound effects made the story more engaging and fun because it brought scenes to life in a way that simple narration alone could not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">What I value and appreciate from producing an audio-only story that includes music and SFXs is how much intention is required to communicate imagery without visuals. Working with my own flash fiction showed me how sound can completely transform written words into a dynamic experience. Adding sound effects makes stories more exciting because they help the listener imagine the setting and action more vividly. This project helped me better understand pacing, audio balance, and how powerful sound design can be in shaping a listener\u2019s imagination. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"517\" src=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Sheba_Noam-Pro-Tools-Short-Story-Session-1024x517.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-290\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Sheba_Noam-Pro-Tools-Short-Story-Session-1024x517.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Sheba_Noam-Pro-Tools-Short-Story-Session-300x152.jpg 300w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Sheba_Noam-Pro-Tools-Short-Story-Session-768x388.jpg 768w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Sheba_Noam-Pro-Tools-Short-Story-Session.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Here we can see the behind-the-scenes of editing my short story audio production in Pro Tools.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1018\" height=\"654\" src=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-04-at-2.41.31-PM.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-294\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-04-at-2.41.31-PM.png 1018w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-04-at-2.41.31-PM-300x193.png 300w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-04-at-2.41.31-PM-768x493.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1018px) 100vw, 1018px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This image shows the process of building my short story audio production cover via Adobe Illustrator <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<!--nextpage-->\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"626\" src=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Illustrations--1024x626.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-295\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Illustrations--1024x626.png 1024w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Illustrations--300x184.png 300w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Illustrations--768x470.png 768w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Illustrations-.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Included is a collection of custom illustrations created specifically to provide a visual aspect to different assignments<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Exquisite Corpse<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"341\" src=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/07-AliciaZ-IzaacV-NoamS-1024x341.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-296\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/07-AliciaZ-IzaacV-NoamS-1024x341.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/07-AliciaZ-IzaacV-NoamS-300x100.jpg 300w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/07-AliciaZ-IzaacV-NoamS-768x256.jpg 768w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/07-AliciaZ-IzaacV-NoamS.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">In this assignment, we were put in a group of three people, without knowing what the other people were going to draw, and we were expected to make a drawing the connects through all 3 art boards. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Short Story Album Cover<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"533\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Sheba_Noam-Short-Story-Album-Art.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-298\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Sheba_Noam-Short-Story-Album-Art.png 533w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Sheba_Noam-Short-Story-Album-Art-200x300.png 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 533px) 100vw, 533px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">To create my album art for my short audio production, I started by blocking out the character and background using Illustrator&#8217;s Pen Tool. Once the core outlines were set, I used the Live Paint tool to fill in the distinct shapes with a flat, earthy color palette. I really wanted the artwork to have an organic, hand-drawn vibe, so I applied a textured vector brush to the strokes to soften the digital look. To bring the whole piece together, I dropped in the custom typography and banners to finish off the cover art.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Illustration Project Choice (T-Shirt Design) <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"518\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Sheba_Noam-Clothing-Art-11x17@4x.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-299\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Sheba_Noam-Clothing-Art-11x17@4x.png 518w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Sheba_Noam-Clothing-Art-11x17@4x-194x300.png 194w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 518px) 100vw, 518px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Here you can see my final product for my t-shirt as an exported screen from Illustrator<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"624\" src=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/T-Shirt-Work-Process-1024x624.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/T-Shirt-Work-Process-1024x624.png 1024w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/T-Shirt-Work-Process-300x183.png 300w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/T-Shirt-Work-Process-768x468.png 768w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/T-Shirt-Work-Process.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This is the behind the scenes of what it was actually like to create and design my t-shirt<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">In this project, I aimed to make a minimal, sleek poster style portrait of myself in high contrast that could be heat pressed onto an actual cotton shirt. Made with very few colors (only shades of blue and white,) I fit my portrait within a simple circle with clean lines. As this image needed to be physical and placed on a shirt I made sure to keep it all as vector shapes instead of creating a raster image. If I created my image as a raster it would lose quality and have pixilated or fuzzy lines if I increased the size to be put on a shirt. But since it is all created with vector lines the image will keep its clean edges and professional look. I used the Pen Tool to create my entire image, drawing my self as simplified graphic shapes. I didn&#8217;t draw traditional lines with the pen tool, instead creating anchor points and bezier paths to create the distinct lines between shadows. Curving my direction handles enough to keep the hard shapes from appearing too angular I drew the outline of my curly hair as well as the details of my eyes, nose, and mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Rather than creating detailed line work, I filled in my shapes to add visual weight to the image. I decided against detailed gradients or shading and used blue for the shadows and allowed the shapes to create the contrast on my face. I used a simple outline around the circle background to create a thin border. Typography is incorporated into my design as the word Him lays neatly above my circle background. I adjusted the path of the text to line up perfectly and scaled it to fit the design.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">All together, creating my self portrait as a simplified vector graphic made me to pay close attention to the negative space in my designs and embrace a minimalistic approach. I had to balance the technical requirements of maintaining vector graphics with the visual impact of large shapes on a shirt, ensuring that every element contributed meaningfully to the overall composition. <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Final Product: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/061D14B5-7878-4CF6-BA5E-847EC0347467_4_5005_c.jpeg\" alt=\"good looking man on a bag \" class=\"wp-image-364\" style=\"aspect-ratio:0.7500311681835182;width:292px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/061D14B5-7878-4CF6-BA5E-847EC0347467_4_5005_c.jpeg 360w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/061D14B5-7878-4CF6-BA5E-847EC0347467_4_5005_c-225x300.jpeg 225w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Here you can see the final product where I stamped my Illustrator design onto my Dolce and Gabbana tote bag. Even though I originally wanted to do a t-shirt, I decided at the last minute that it would look even better on a tote bag that could carry my accessories. When Mr. Flo and I were working on printing this design with the heat press, he called me a <strong>&#8220;Narcissist&#8221;<\/strong> for choosing to draw myself on my own project. But the real ones know <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"><strong>you always have to be proud of who you are<\/strong>&#8230;<\/span>And I don&#8217;t think I could have exemplified that any better!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reflection:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Reflecting on the creative process, working in Illustrator feels fundamentally different from pixel-based apps like Photoshop because it\u2019s all about manipulating vector paths. When you&#8217;re creating something that needs to scale perfectly without losing quality, like a bold character design that&#8217;s going to be heat-pressed onto a cotton T-shirt, Illustrator&#8217;s precision is unmatched. Using tools like the Pen tool and Live Paint forces a very structural, deliberate approach to art. You aren&#8217;t just sketching freely; you&#8217;re mathematically building shapes and layering them cleanly, which is incredibly satisfying when you need that crisp, polished finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">On the flip side, jumping into Photoshop feels a lot more natural to me, and way more forgiving. Especially if you want to blend heavy textures, manipulate photos, or get messy with digital brushstrokes. It captures a gritty depth that vectors sometimes struggle to achieve naturally. Ultimately, the best part of digital media is figuring out how all these programs talk to each other. You can create sharp, scalable graphics in Illustrator, build up the mood and lighting in Photoshop, and then drop those assets into a clean InDesign spread to bring the whole project together. It\u2019s really just about picking the right digital workspace for the specific visual story you&#8217;re trying to tell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<!--nextpage-->\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"643\" src=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Music-Cover-1024x643.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-302\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Music-Cover-1024x643.png 1024w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Music-Cover-300x189.png 300w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Music-Cover-768x483.png 768w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Music-Cover.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-x-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Music Production &#8211; Recording and Experimental Music <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" data-id=\"304\" src=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/MUSIC-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-304\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/MUSIC-1.png 768w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/MUSIC-1-300x169.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" data-id=\"305\" src=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/MUSIC2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-305\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/MUSIC2.jpg 768w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/MUSIC2-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-id=\"307\" src=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/MUSIC3.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-307\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/MUSIC3.png 1024w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/MUSIC3-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/MUSIC3-768x432.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-id=\"306\" src=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/MUSIC4.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-306\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/MUSIC4.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/MUSIC4-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/MUSIC4-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">BTS of Recording Sheba&#8217;s Room<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap wp-block-paragraph\">During the Music Recording and Creating phase of the Narrative Project, I tackled two distinct initiatives, beginning with the Music Recording Project. This hands-on experience immersed me in a professional studio environment, where I engineered and produced a song while mastering the nuances of the industry-standard music production process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A major creative hurdle was adapting the original lyrics to meet school guidelines without sacrificing the track&#8217;s core message, rhythm, or natural flow. Finding that perfect balance required rigorous revisions, clever wordplay, and a deep focus on vocal cadence. Navigating this challenge expanded my technical skill set, giving me practical insight into advanced recording techniques, precise audio editing, and the extensive preparation necessary to polish a final mix.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ultimately, this project bridged the gap between raw creativity and technical execution, providing me with comprehensive experience in everything from lyric adaptation and vocal performance to studio recording and post-production.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"audioButton paused\" id=\"audio1Button\" onclick=\"toggleAudio1()\">\n<h4 class=\"audioButtonPlay\">\u25b6 Sheba&#8217;s Room<\/h4>\n<h4 class=\"audioButtonPause\">\u23f8 Sheba&#8217;s Room<\/h4>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"audioButtonCover\" src=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BenK-NoamS-Music-Recording-Cover-Image.png\" alt=\"Click here to play\/pause audio\">\n<\/div>\n<audio preload=\"auto\" id=\"audio1\">\n        <source src=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Music-Recording-by-NoamS-BenK-2025.mp3\" type=\"audio\/mp3\">\n<\/audio>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sheba\u2019s Room (Junior Music Recording Project)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>&#8211; by Noam Sheba &amp; Ben K&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Sheba\u2019s Room, our cover song, is a personal homage to Drake\u2019s &#8220;Marvin\u2019s Room&#8221;. The original has long been a staple on our playlist, as we\u2019ve been listening to Drake\u2019s music since we were children. As young Jewish students who grew up in different states, we recognized an authenticity in Drake\u2019s voice that hit close to home. The long drives, the overcrowded Shabbat dinners, and the dynamic energy from where we grew up. These are the same images Drake is singing about in his music, and through his openness, we learned as children that art doesn\u2019t need to be picture-perfect to be valid and heartfelt. It can be as simple as what is going on in your day-to-day life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">While we know our cover is not the best sung out there, the off-tune element of the song is what makes it special to us. This cover represents the time we had working on the song, the inside jokes we made, the unfiltered moments we preserved in the song, and our friendship throughout the whole process. One technical difficulty we faced was shortening the length of the premade beat to fit the framework we wanted for our song. We were not sure how to change the tempo of the track without compromising Drake\u2019s original beat but with our producer, Mr. Flo\u2019s, help, this problem was easily solved, and the overall recording process became much more efficient. For us, this cover is more important than any award-winning vocal performance.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Overall, this project has taught us the recording process, the how and whys of working with premade beats and timing, as well as the importance of collaboration, patience, and flexibility in the studio alongside musical talent, and most importantly, what it actually takes to create good music!!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Experimental Music Project<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"audioButton paused\" id=\"audio2Button\" onclick=\"toggleAudio2()\">\n<h4 class=\"audioButtonPlay\">\u25b6 Nights in the City<\/h4>\n<h4 class=\"audioButtonPause\">\u23f8 Nights in the City<\/h4>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"audioButtonCover\" src=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Sheba_Noam-Experimental-Music-Album-Art.png\" alt=\"Click here to play\/pause audio\">\n<\/div>\n<audio preload=\"auto\" id=\"audio2\">\n        <source src=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Experimental-Music-by-NoamS-2026.mp3\" type=\"audio\/mp3\">\n<\/audio>\n<script src=\"\/Scripts\/audioButton2.js\"><\/script>\n<style>\n@import url(\"\/styles\/audioButton.css\");\n.audioButton {\n\tbackground-color: #f00;\n\tborder: 2px #000 solid;\n\tmax-width: 250px;\n\tmargin: 0 20px 20px 0;\n\tfloat: left;\n}\n#audio1Button {\n\tbackground-color: #FFD700;\n}\n#audio2Button {\n\tbackground-color: #800080;\n}\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cNights In the City\u201d just means a lot to me. I really wanted to nail the atmosphere when I was making this, focusing on that feeling of being out late when the city starts to settle and quiet down. The song mixes things up with cool, old-school jazz notes that give it a calm but lively feel, along with a laid-back, steady beat that keeps you grooving. I also added dreamy, hazy sounds to fill out the track and give it a floaty feeling, so everything works together to tell a small story about calm late nights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">This song started brewing when I was out in the city really late, when things are still happening but the vibe shifts. I drew inspiration from the lights blinking, cars passing by, and people walking around feeling present but lost in their own worlds. I was trying to make music letting the funk beats keep me moving and the techno sounds give everything an electric edge. I wanted to capture the thill of being out late in the city lost in your own groove and thoughts, so I played a lot with rhythm and repetition to enhance that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">What I\u2019m most proud of in this experimental music is how all the sounds came together without turning into a mess. I experimented a lot with layering, repeating parts, and different wacky sounds, but I made sure there was always a clear rhythm driving the track forward. Learning how to use MIDI virtual instruments really helped with this, since I could control timing, volume, sound, and layering without needing real instruments. MIDI let me experiment quickly, tweak ideas easily, and create complex sounds that wouldn\u2019t have been possible for me before. Making this track with MIDI gave me the freedom to try new things, which really fit the experimental nature of the song. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-9.37.11-AM-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-320\" style=\"width:478px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-9.37.11-AM-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-9.37.11-AM-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-9.37.11-AM-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-9.37.11-AM.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">BTS of editing my Experimental Music Production<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Reflection: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Looking back at this whole music production process, jumping into Pro Tools was definitely tough at first, but incredibly rewarding. It is crazy how different it feels to actually sit behind the screen, navigate the editing timeline, and piece together vocal takes compared to just listening to a finished hip-hop track. The recording phase really showed me how much the little details matter in a performance. You have to capture the right energy, time the breath control perfectly, and make sure the vocal delivery hits with the same confidence you hear in professional rap verses. Getting hands-on with live audio taught me that a great song isn&#8217;t just made in the recording booth; it really comes to life during post-production. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Transitioning into MIDI music production opened up a completely different creative avenue. Instead of relying solely on recorded audio, manipulating MIDI data allowed me to build the instrumental foundation of a beat from scratch. Programming intricate drum sequences, dialing in heavy 808s, and layering synthesizer melodies gave me the hands-on control needed to emulate the atmospheric production styles of artists like Drake or the energetic, hard-hitting beats of Nicki Minaj. It shifted my perspective from acting merely as an audio editor to working as a full composer. Ultimately, combining both processes and layering chopped vocals atop quantized MIDI instruments really drove home my understanding of how songs are actually made. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--nextpage-->\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"492\" src=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Film-1024x492.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-326\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Film-1024x492.png 1024w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Film-300x144.png 300w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Film-768x369.png 768w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Film.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">During the Narrative Unit in my Freestyle elective (Film), we were challenged to look beyond the technical mechanics of cameras and editing software to understand the profound art of storytelling. We learned that film is ultimately a vehicle for human connection, serving as a way to translate complex emotions and abstract ideas into a visual language that resonates with an audience. The core challenge of this unit was to conceptualize and build a short film entirely from the ground up. Being tasked with creating a cohesive narrative world forced me to think critically about pacing, character arcs, and the visual metaphors that drive a story forward without relying solely on dialogue. What I valued most from this specific production process was the rigorous and often unseen nature of pre-production. The endless script revisions and meticulous planning taught me how to clearly articulate a creative vision so that others can step into that world with you, fundamentally shifting my perspective by showing me that the true foundation of any compelling project is built long before you ever hit record. Finally, I want to extend a massive thank you to my film teacher, Mr. Taylor, for his constant guidance and for consistently pushing me to approach my creative roadblocks with a fresh perspective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Griffith&#8217;s Pattern (Scene Practice) <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"25 26 p1   Griffith&amp;apos;s Pattern   BenK, TristanB, NoamS\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0u_q9KrHlSA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Griffith&#8217;s pattern is a foundational filmmaking technique used to build a scene by progressively drawing the audience closer to the action. It traditionally starts with an establishing and long shot to set the location, transitions into a medium shot to introduce the characters, and ends with close-ups to highlight their emotions. In my group&#8217;s attempt at Griffith&#8217;s Pattern, we decided to depict a scene in which a character tries to cheat his way through a cards game. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Suspense Scene <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"25 26 p2 Suspense  TylerS, NoamS, OscarM\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/nh2Q_R7paA4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Suspense scenes are designed to keep the audience on the edge of their seats by slowly building up tension and anticipation. Directors usually pull this off by using techniques like dramatic irony, tight pacing, and close-up shots to show the viewer a threat that the characters don&#8217;t even know is there yet. The whole point is to make us feel stressed out and anxious, nervously waiting for the exact moment when the danger finally strikes. In my group&#8217;s attempt at the suspense scene, we came up with an idea where my character is trying to get poisoned by Oscar, without him noticing. But it ends with a shocking twist! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"25 26 p2 Chase Scene Final by NoamS\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/eGKgDDLxMOA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Chase scenes are basically high-energy sequences built entirely around the intense dynamic of someone trying to escape while someone else hunts them down. Filmmakers usually keep the momentum going by using fast-paced editing, shaky camera movements, and quick cuts back and forth between the pursuer and their target. This chaotic visual style puts the audience right in the middle of the action, making us feel the adrenaline and desperation as the gap between the characters keeps getting smaller. For my Chase scene, I really wanted to dig into that ominous, scary, creepy vibe that you get from certain chase scenes when watching movies. And I achieved this by filming on a creepy, dimly lit old playground set that looked very ominous. Adding to the overall intensity of the film. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-x-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Narrative Synopsis <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-interactive=\"core\/file\" class=\"wp-block-file\"><object data-wp-bind--hidden=\"!state.hasPdfPreview\" hidden class=\"wp-block-file__embed\" data=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/NoamS-and-BenK-Jr-Naritive-Film-Synopsis-1.pdf\" type=\"application\/pdf\" style=\"width:100%;height:600px\" aria-label=\"Embed of NoamS and BenK Jr Naritive Film Synopsis.\"><\/object><a id=\"wp-block-file--media-58f5ba39-728f-496f-a39f-52daf4370bb6\" href=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/NoamS-and-BenK-Jr-Naritive-Film-Synopsis-1.pdf\">NoamS and BenK Jr Naritive Film Synopsis<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/NoamS-and-BenK-Jr-Naritive-Film-Synopsis-1.pdf\" class=\"wp-block-file__button wp-element-button\" download aria-describedby=\"wp-block-file--media-58f5ba39-728f-496f-a39f-52daf4370bb6\">Download<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">For our narrative film project, our first major milestone was to develop a comprehensive rough draft synopsis to outline the core elements of our story. This document essentially served as an elevator pitch, allowing us to clearly present our initial creative vision to Mr. Taylor. After reviewing our submission, he collaborated closely with us to refine our ideas, troubleshoot the pacing, and strengthen the overall narrative structure before we moved further into the pre-production phase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Storyboard<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1067\" src=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_1008-edited.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-331\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_1008-edited.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_1008-edited-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/freestyleacademy.rocks\/~NoamS\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_1008-edited-768x1024.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">In the photo above, you can see the storyboard in which we were required to draw out every individual scene that we had planned out for our film.This process is tedious and long and often requires heavy revisions. But it helps you actually visualize your film before ever having turned on the camera.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Final Narrative Film <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"25 26 p2 Jr Narrative BenK NoamS\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/iQafpGGUOKM?start=1&amp;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">After months of hard work, planning, setbacks, reschedules, and cancellations. This was our final product for our Narrative Film!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Reflection: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The narrative unit of our film class was a major eye-opener, revealing just how much complex thinking, meticulous planning, and intense coordination goes into making a movie. It quickly shattered the illusion that filmmaking is as effortless as sitting back and watching the final product on screen with a bucket of popcorn. In reality, the production process is incredibly unpredictable. For our narrative project, Ben and I faced constant setbacks, primarily dealing with actors canceling and forcing us into a stressful cycle of rescheduling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Just a week before the final deadline, we had to make the difficult decision to completely pivot our story (as certain actors could no longer show up for filming). This massive shift left us with a final film that was entirely different from our original vision, yet it turned out to be just as impactful and visually beautiful. Ultimately, this project was a masterclass in adaptability. It taught Ben and me how to roll with the punches, problem-solve on the fly, and bounce back from serious logistical nightmares. Even in the face of that late-stage adversity and having to rewrite our entire plan at the last minute, we managed to pull through and deliver a final product that we were both proud of! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Narrative Project really stood out to me throughout my classes. It forced me to combine not only the skills throughout learning the technical aspects of different software but also implementing the themes we wanted to portray. 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