Jaden Lim Zi Yi (0379047)

25/5/2026 - 21/6/2026 / (Week 6 - Week 9) Jaden Lim Zi Yi / 0379047 IVN / BDCM / Taylor's University Task 2 LECTURES Visual shots This lecture explains that composition is the art of arranging elements to tell a story and guide the viewer . It highlights four core rules for effective visuals: visual narrative matches elements to the story's theme ; visual flow creates a path to direct where the audience looks ; visual balance keeps the scene stable across the frame ; and visual hierarchy uses focus and detail to signal what is most important . Finally, it introduces six standard camera shots: establishing shots define the setting ; bird's eye views create a towering perspective ; frame within a frame adds depth ; medium shots capture the human figure ; close-ups emphasize intimate emotions ; and worm's eye views make the subject appear powerful . Perspective This lecture defines perspective as the art of representing three-dimensional objects on a two-dimensional su...

25/5/2026 - 23/6/2026 / (Week 6 - Week 10) Jaden Lim Zi Yi / 0379047 DPI / BDCM / Taylor's University Task 2 INSTRUCTION Create 1 photo manipulation by combining 2 (or more) photos. Please use your own photography Marks Allocation: RESEARCH: 5 marks SHOOTING TECHNIQUES: 5 marks LIGHTING TECHNIQUES: 5 marks EDITING & POST PRODUCTION: 5 marks Update your Project work in progress into E-Portfolio Submission: WEEK 10 TOTAL MARK: 20% ​**Important Notice: Submit the final artwork along with a pdf file of your documentation** Fig 1 Mood board Summary about idea I wanted to combine my photos of cats and buildings that are around my area because I have plenty of access to those. #1 Cat double exposure - Since I had good practice using double exposure I thought this is a good chance to design my own with pictures of my own cat and I think double exposure has a lot of potential for visually appealing silhouettes and imaginative elements. #2 Cat on top of building - I thought of this only ...

25/5/2026 - 14/6/2026 / (Week 6 - Week 8) Jaden Lim Zi Yi / 0379047 Typography / BDCM / Taylor's University Task 2 LECTURES Week 6 Lecture 6 focuses on small details in typeface design such as symmetry, stroke thickness, spacing, counter forms, and optical adjustments. It explains how subtle differences in letterforms affect readability and personality, while also showing the importance of contrast, consistency, and careful observation when designing or studying typography INSTRUCTION <iframe src="https://sdtaylorsedu.sharepoint.com/sites/Section_321455322352328735330482330572/_layouts/15/embed.aspx?UniqueId=e4b8c298-e05d-4405-a567-5ebd769b0406" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen title="MI_GCD60104_TYPOGRAPHY_BDCM_2026_O"></iframe> Task 1: Exercise 1- Text Formatting  Fig 1 Initial sketches for my layout Fig 2 First layout attempt focusing on blocky text layout and negative ...

20/4/2026 - 24/5/2026 / (Week 1 - Week 5) Jaden Lim Zi Yi / 0379047 IVN / BDCM / Taylor's University Task 1 LECTURES Character Design Summary Lecture is about what makes a good character design. It emphases on thinking iconic, simple but also unique. The six core pillars are shapes, building a recognizable silhouette, color defines personality. Emphasis directs the viewer to a focal point, and contrast pairs opposing elements to make the visual pop. Finally harmony blends everything cohesively so the characters fit their world, while expressions and poses instantly communicate their attitude and energy. Chiaroscuro Lecture is about how chiaroscuro use light and shadow to create a 3D illusion on a flat surface, increasing dramatic tension. An extreme form is tenebrism, which spotlights key details like faces or hands against a close to all black setting to create a bright foal point. In visual narrative, this helps separate positive space from the negative space. Overall manipulatin...

20/4/2026 - 24/5/2026 / (Week 1 - Week 5) Jaden Lim Zi Yi / 0379047 DPI / BDCM / Taylor's University Task 1 LECTURES Week 1 Lecture 1 gives a brief introduction to the module and explains what we will be learning throughout the semester. The lecturer introduced the overall structure of the the module and how we will develop our skills through practical task, software and exploration Week 2 Lecture 2 introduces composition and explains its importance in creating strong visual designs. It covers key composition principles such as visual hierarchy and the big-medium-small framework, while also introducing Task 01A where we apply the concepts in a physical collage Week 3 Lecture 3 introduces the basic of Photoshop and explains how to embed images into a composition. It also covers basic tool such as pen tool, lasso tool and layering, showing how these tools are used for selecting, editing, and arranging images to create better digital composition Week 4 Lecture 4 introduces adjustment ...