Learning Reflection 10/29

Today in class I learned how to create a stop motion video using the new iMovie.  These types of videos are created using many photographs taken with a digital camera and are placed sequentially, one after the other, to create the illusion of movement.  The length of each picture should be about .05-.10 seconds to keep the movie running smoothly. 

It is a good idea to import the photos into iMovie rather than dragging them.  Do this by going to File>import.  This is so that there photo settings are available for each picture. I found that if a picture was simply dropped into the photo library, the Ken Burns effect would automatically play; this setting has the option of being turned off when the pictures are actually imported.  Also, this allows for the adjustment of the time of each picture. 

ALWAYS SAVE and RESTART your computer if iMovie is crashing frequently.

While working with our stop motion videos, it is possible to record a story line or sounds right from iMovie. However, it is important to check the sound quality before proceeding.  This can be done by going to Desktop>Apple>Preferences. Click on Sound, and change the setting to internal, or built in, microphone.