Liv Jones - Learning Blog

This week I have been beginning to create my own SFX library, recording a range of sound effects using the TASCAM DR-40 and Rifle Microphone. I tried to think about creating and using sounds in isolation from it's source, for example, using a belt to create the sound of horse reins, and using uncooked pasta to create the sound of a rattle snake moving. I have also recorded some atmospheres as well as 'swooshing' and 'rumbles' to be used as effects in future projects. This task gave me the opportunity to work more closely with using a TASCAM DR-40 recorder, as although I have been introduced to this device, I have never used one in practice before. I was able to play with the input level and record settings, as well as using different microphones along with the internal mic to see how each affected the sound recording. My results were surprising, the dynamic microphone worked best when recording louder sounds, the internal microphone was most effective for recordi...

I have decided that I am most interested in learning about Sound Design and Foley Studio for this semester. The idea that I am currently keen on taking forward for my presentation is to completely redesign the sound, SFX and Foley, using ProTools for an action scene from a popular film. For example, I could use the battle from The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian, and study this screen text, then redesign the sound for this scene to present on our showcase day. To monitor my skills progress, I have decided that it might be beneficial to bring in short examples of of scenes filmed in different scenarios and ask for feedback on how well I have demonstrated this skill. I would also like to create a SFX Library throughout this semester, and build upon this to have for my personal use in the future. I am going to create a number of different SFX each week and post them on my blog, so please give me feedback on what you think of each one!

This is the first of a series of blog posts where I will be reflecting on my learning journey and hope to develop my skills in my specialism, Sound. I am currently most interested in learning more about Sound in Post Production; specifically expanding my knowledge of Pro Tools, and discovering what I am capable of creating in Foley Studio. My aim for this semester is to become more confident in understanding and using sound equipment, as this will hopefully help me to decide if this is an area of TV Production that I might like to have a career in, in the future. Post One? Done.