Miz Burnell's Art Room

Adobe Illustrator CS5 - Pen Tool

2013-06-20T08:00:00.002-07:00

The pen tool can be difficult to learn. The more practice you have and the more you watch others work with it, the easier it will be to use. Here is a basic pen tool tutorial for CS5 created by Western Washington's Student Technology Center. Our version of Illustrator is CS6, but this tutorial is still helpful.

Adobe Illustrator CS5 - Pen Tool from WWU ATUS video training on Vimeo.

Sculpture: Submarine Test January 1967

2013-06-20T07:51:00.000-07:00

Here is an example of many mediums coming together. Beautiful book art is used in this creative music video. While it isn't as sculptural as your book projects will be, there are some great techniques used here.

JOHN MAYER - SUBMARINE TEST JANUARY 1967, VIDEOCLIP by VIRGILIO VILLORESI from Virgilio Villoresi on Vimeo.

This is the music video to the song "Submarine Test January 1967" by John Mayer. The artist used a pre-cinema technique called ombro cinema to animate the drawings made by Virginia Mori. Everything was filmed in live-action, no post production effects were employed. virgiliovilloresi.com

Paul White Time-Lapse of a Drawing

2013-06-20T07:36:00.000-07:00

30 hours. One drawing. Artist Paul White and Film Production Johnny Blank.

Paul White Time-lapse of a drawing from paul white on Vimeo.

Soo Sunny Park: Unwoven Light

2013-06-15T15:41:00.000-07:00

Short documentary about artist Soo Sunny Park and her shimmering sculptures. Produced by Walley Films.

Soo Sunny Park: Unwoven Light from Walley Films on Vimeo.

Paper City

2013-06-13T12:29:00.000-07:00

A whimsical animation made entirely of paper! By Maciek Janicki.

Paper City from Maciek Janicki on Vimeo.

Everest - A Time Lapse Short Film

2013-06-12T13:10:00.001-07:00

A breathtaking stop motion film that captures the stunning beauty of Mount Everest at night.

Everest -A time lapse short film from Elia Saikaly on Vimeo.

Just as interesting is what Elia Saikaly went through to create the film:
Blog Post: The Death Zone

Character Design Tutorial

2013-06-06T09:34:00.001-07:00

Advanced tutorial in Illustrator on designing a character. By Ryan Boyle.

Chapter 1: Character Design and Setup from Ryan Boyle on Vimeo.

Return of the Cicadas by Samuel Orr

2013-05-27T07:03:00.000-07:00

I never thought I would be touched by a short film about insects. The seventeen year life cycle of the cicada is pretty amazing. Watch this seven minute film to learn more.

Return of the Cicadas from motionkicker on Vimeo.

For more information on funding of the one hour film on kickstarter: kickstarter.com/projects/motionkicker/return-of-the-cicadas

Embrace the Shake

2013-05-21T13:28:00.002-07:00

TED talk by artist Phil Hansen about his own limitation and how he embraced it. We can all overcome our own obstacles and limitations with perseverance and a positive attitude.

YOU can be a part of Phil Hansen's new project!

2013-05-20T08:45:00.000-07:00

Phil Hansen's new art project will be about limitations. You can share your own story with Phil Hansen, and he will include it in his artwork! How cool is that?!

Here is an excerpt from a recent email:

I started on the art a couple days ago, woo! If you haven’t called me yet (651-321-4996) to share a story about a limitation in your life, I’d love to hear from you! (OR email, OR use form on philinthecircle.com if you’d like to be notified when your story is written.)

To This Day Project

2013-05-16T08:58:00.002-07:00

What a wonderful project! I won't spoil it for you, watch for yourself. For more information, you can visit their website at tothisdayproject.com

To This Day Project from Giant Ant on Vimeo.

Watercolor / Ink Blot Effect Photoshop Tutorial

2013-05-15T12:42:00.001-07:00

Fast tutorial on how to create the watercolor or ink blot effect in Photoshop using free paintbrushes. Remember to use your own photography and imagery for your artwork.

Watercolour / Ink Blot Effect from godonholiday on Vimeo.

Parkour Motion Reel

2013-05-14T08:19:00.000-07:00

Illustrated with technical pen, frame by frame. This is a very inventive way of presenting an idea and movement. What other ideas can you imagine presenting in this manner?

parkour motion reel from saggyarmpit on Vimeo.

The Three Basics of Exposure and Photography

2013-05-10T15:55:00.001-07:00

This is a very informational short tutorial about how ISO, aperture, and shutter speed work together to create exposure in photography. Matthew Gore also has an article you can read here:
LightandMatter.org

The Three Basics of Exposure and Photography from Matthew Gore on Vimeo.

"Omelette" by Madeline Sharafian

2013-05-02T12:42:00.001-07:00

Madeline Sharafian's second Calarts film is short, sweet, and fun to watch whether you are a "dog person", a "cat person", or a "foodie". Enjoy!

Omelette from Madeline Sharafian on Vimeo.

"Screengrab"

2013-04-30T12:46:00.002-07:00

Using this technique, what else can you imagine creating? So many possibilities!

SCREENGRAB from Willie Witte on Vimeo.

Info:
An experiment in transitions.
None of the visuals are computer generated. All the trickery took place literally in front of the camera.

Sarah DiNardo. Tape Artist.

2013-04-26T13:55:00.002-07:00

This artist learned to see something for what it is, and what it can potentially be. Find beauty, make beauty. Interesting video about a contemporary artist.

Sarah DiNardo. Tape Artist. from gnarly bay productions, Inc. on Vimeo.

Info: From Gnarly Bay Productions, Inc. http://www.sarahannedinardo.com

There's more to life than being happy

2013-04-26T13:08:00.001-07:00

I came across this article today and thought it was worth posting.
Art-related? Not exactly.
Do I think you should read it? Most definitely.
If you've ever thought about purpose, the pursuit of happiness, or what it means to have a meaningful life, then this article is for you.
Click below:

EMILY ESFAHANI SMITH's Article "There's more to life than being happy" about Viktor Frankl's book "Man's Search for Meaning".

2012-07-03T19:25:00.002-07:00

I saw this cute little video and thought, "Hey! This reminds me of my students' stop motion animation!" Now you'll have to watch it to see WHY. Enjoy!

No Noodles from Tyler Nicolson on Vimeo.

Info:

Small creatures explore and inhabit an even smaller world.
A short stop motion film by Tyler Nicolson, music by Chris Adriaanse.

Opa!

2012-06-15T20:42:00.000-07:00

Hey Kids!

If you are in the neighborhood you should visit the Greek Festival. Maya and I had lots of fun today (before the storm rolled in). There are games, rides, wonderful food, dancing, gifts and even cooking classes for those of you who are interested in the culinary arts. Plus, how often do you get to say "Opa!" while someone lights your food on fire?

All photos are copyrighted 2012 by Artiste Photography

Last Day of School!

2012-05-25T08:04:00.004-07:00

Again, Congratulations to all of the seniors! For all of my other students: I wish you a very fun and enjoyable summer!

Oneironaut

2012-05-25T08:02:00.004-07:00

by Erica Kobren

New Student Work! Digital Paintings

2012-05-24T12:16:00.000-07:00

Quote o' the Week

2012-05-24T07:36:00.000-07:00

Congratulations, seniors! This week's quotes are dedicated to you.

"Wherever you go, go with all your heart."
~ Confucius

"Spread joy. Chase your wildest dreams."
~ Patch Adams

"Try not to become a man of success, but rather try to become a man of value."
~ Albert Einstein

"Wherever you go, no matter what the weather, always bring your own sunshine.:
~ Anthony J. D'Angelo, The College Blue Book

"Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures."
~ H. Jackson Brown, Jr., Life's Little Instruction Book

Big - A Glassblowing Film

2012-05-23T06:52:00.002-07:00

This is a very cool film about glassblowing! Info:

Jeremy Wintrebert
BiG
A film directed by Jérôme de Gerlache