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PART 1: EXPLORATORY STUDIES

TLDR

  • Due April 4
  • Set up a template that matches Instagram reels/TikTok posts
  • Create 2 (or more) different filter systems
  • Process some still images and save the results
    • Upload the output to Canvas (1 image per filter)
    • Bonus: add video support, if you have time

PROJECT TEMPLATE

In order to create projects for specific platforms, a good first step is to find the ideal format and understand the restrictions that platform has. Usually Googling Instagram reels format 2023 will get you an article with up-to-date info. I've put together some basics for you to get started:

  • Instagram reels:
    • Dimensions: 1080x1920 pixels
    • Safe zone: 250 pixels at the bottom for UI elements
  • TikTok:
    • Dimensions: 1080x1920 pixels
    • Safe zone: more complicated 😜
  • (We'll add a UI overlay next week to complete the look!)

With this info and the list of other elements we came up with in class, you'll want to first create a template in code. This should include all the relevant parts (loading media, a function to process the frame, etc) you'll need.

CREATE TWO (OR MORE) FILTERS

With your template ready, the main thing you should work on this week is creating two or more image filters! The goal here is exploratory: what cool things can you come up with? Think about what we covered in class and how you could use the idea of pixel access to turn images (and, next week, videos) into something new and surprising.

When you're happy with your filters, run an image through them. Save one image for each and upload the output to Canvas.