DIGITAL MATTE PAINTING [ FINAL PROJECT ]
13.12.24 - 08.01.25 / Week 12 - Week 15
Bachelor of Design (Hons) in Creative Media / Digital Matte Painting / Taylor's University
Final Project
OUTLINE
Instruction
Feedback
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WEEK 14
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WEEK 15
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Reflection
INSTRUCTION
Module Information Booklet (MIB) of Digital Matte Painting
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Final Project
For this Final Project, we were tasked with creating a 15–30 second video. Following my lecturer’s suggestion, I decided to add a zoom-in effect between two large columns.
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| Fig. 1.1 Process (Week 12 / 13.12.2024) |
Fig. 1.2 Output 1 (Week 12 / 14.12.2024)
After creating the first version of the video, I felt that something was off. As the camera moved, the two columns and the character didn’t align properly with the shadows on the floor. To address this, I worked to ensure that the shadows, columns, and character moved in sync with the camera’s motion.
Fig. 1.4 Output 2 (Week 13 / 20.12.2024)
Despite multiple attempts, there wasn’t much improvement, so I reconsidered and realized that the issue was with the distance between the character, the columns, and the shadows. I then adjusted the distances between each layer.
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| Fig. 1.5 Process (Week 13 / 20.12.2024) |
Fig. 1.6 Output 3 (Week 13 / 20.12.2024)
Fig. 1.7 Output 4 (Week 13 / 20.12.2024)
After receiving feedback, I first made adjustments to Project 2 and then used the settings from Fig. 1.7 as a base, making small modifications along the way. I also used various effects in After Effects to replicate adjustment features like the curves tool I had used in Photoshop.
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| Fig. 1.8 Process (Week 14 / 3.1.2025) |
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| Fig. 1.9 Process (Week 14 / 5.1.2025) |
Then, to make the scene less plain, I added green screen videos that matched the Greek temple theme.
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| Fig. 1.10 Process (Week 15 / 6.1.2025) |
Fig. 1.11 Output 5 (Week 15 / 6.1.2025)
Fig. 1.13 Final Video uploaded to YouTube channel (Week 15 / 8.1.2025)
Final Project: Thematic Matte Painting (VFX)
Final Project PDF
FEEDBACK
WEEK 14
Specific Feedback: Avoid adding motion effects that simulate entering between buildings, as they are unnecessary. Instead, use a slow-paced camera movement to keep the scene steady and clear.
General Feedback: Consider finding green screen footage from platforms like YouTube and overlaying 3D elements. Keep the motion simple and straightforward to maintain focus and avoid overcomplicating the visuals.
WEEK 15
Specific Feedback: This should be fine for submission.
General Feedback: Ensure final details are polished.
REFLECTION
Experience
In the final project, there were changes made during Project 2, which meant I had to revise the final project along the way. Initially, I spent time readjusting to After Effects, and then I divided the layouts step by step, considering how each layout would appear when the camera zoomed in.
Observations
Since this type of assignment was new to me, I lacked a proper understanding of how to divide the layouts. It wasn’t until later that I figured out which buttons to press to make the layouts appear correctly in the After Effects camera view and how to apply them to specific layers.
Findings
Once again, I realized how important the lecturer’s feedback is. Every time I received feedback, the quality of the assignment noticeably improved, and it was rewarding to see the results getting better. Even small feedback led to significant changes, and I could see how the final product evolved. I feel like I need to further improve my understanding of color and continue studying After Effects.
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