Monday, October 8, 2018

OpenShot Video Editor (Open-Source), and much more!

Today you will be beginning to learn about the OpenShot Video Editor.  Information about this program, and Blender (Animation Generator), and Inkspace (Image Editor) is also included.  We will be using these Open Source (denoting software for which the original source code is made freely available and may be redistributed and modified) Programs you can create nearly professional looking videos.  While these programs have many features, we will focus on the basics to complete a variety of short video projects.  Some of these projects include a Movie Logo (Movie Marquis Project), a short Public-Service-Message (PSA Project), and your Digital Animation Movie Clip.



OpenShot.Org Primary Website (Download & Resources):  https://www.openshot.org/



How to set up Blender & Inkscape on OpenShot:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yt9e5ARrL2o




OpenShot Video Editor Resources



OpenShot Video Editor is an award-winning, open-source video editor, available on Linux, Mac, and Windows. OpenShot can create stunning videos, films, and animations with an easy-to-use interface and rich set of features.



Here are some helpful links to get you going:




OpenShot Online User's Guide:  https://www.openshot.org/user-guide/















We will be going over most of the basics in class to get you started.  Make sure you stay with us at first, then spend time getting to know the program better on your own.  Make sure you read, and understand the next part of this introduction:





NOTE:  These programs are open-source, and as such are downloaded on the individual systems in school.  You can only work on these projects (using OpenShot, Blender, or Inkscape) when you are in class because they are DOWNLOADED to the individual systems in class.  If you have IMovie, Adobe, or some other video editor at home, the projects in class will not save for editing elsewhere.  You are importing your images, video clips, music and other items onto the specific computers you use in class.  Therefore, you would need to save all those same files to your Google Drive for use at home.





If you want to work on OpenShot (Blender/Inkscape) at home, your parents will need to download, and install the programs on a computer for you.  This is NOT a Requirement of the CSA Class!



IF YOU HAVE TIME, CHECK THESE OUT ON YOUR OWN:

The following programs are also Open-Source and can greatly enhance your videos.  We have installed these programs, but due to lack of time and resources for this class, we will not be able to introduce them.  You are more than welcome to review the information below, and try to use these resources for projects, but they are not required.  Enjoy!






Inkscape



Inkscape is a professional vector graphics editor for Windows, Mac OS X and Linux. It's free and open source.  Whether you are an illustrator, designer, web designer or just someone who needs to create some vector imagery, Inkscape is for you!

INKSCAPE Tutorial Page:  https://inkscape.org/en/learn/tutorials/



YouTube Inkscape Tutorial 1:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zUIOEXssTSE




Blender



Blender is the free and open source 3D creation suite. It supports the entirety of the 3D pipeline—modeling, rigging, animation, simulation, rendering, compositing and motion tracking, even video editing and game creation.



Online Tutorials Page:  https://www.blender.org/support/tutorials/




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Integrity (13 Characteristics)

13 Characteristics of People Who Have Integrity

1. They Value Other People's Time: They value their own time so they also value the time of other people. They know you have plenty of other places you need to be and won’t hold you up. If you spend time with them, it is likely they will thank you for that as well.

2. They Give Credit Where It Is Due: They do not take credit for things they did not do. They will always credit those who deserve it. If you help this person with a project he or she will likely mention your name so you can take credit for your work.

3. They Are Authentic: They are their truest forms. You won’t catch them in a lie or being fake.

4. They Are Always Honest: They are honest people that feel no need to lie as it is important for them to get to where they need to get in life honestly.

5. They Never Take Advantage Of Others: They are not the kind of people who will take advantage of someone else. They love to build people up and help them get where they need to be. Taking too much from someone else will never be an issue with someone who has a lot of integrity.

6. The Do Not Argue Over Disagreements: They will talk through things in a civil manner or not talk at all. You cannot and will not force this person into arguing over something completely ridiculous. I find this to be a very respectable trait.

7. They Give Most People The Benefit Of The Doubt: They try to see the good in everyone. I think this is because they feel like maybe there are more people in this world that also have integrity. That being said, if you take advantage of them too much they will get rid of you.

8. They Know When Something Is Bothering Someone: They have a great intuition that lets them know when something is going on. If someone is down in the dumps they will notice. Chances are they will actually do what they can to cheer you up.

9. They Believe In Others: They accept your word as truth until it is dis-proven. That being said, they do not take lying well. And once you lie to them, it is unlikely that they will ever take your word again.

10. They Apologize First: If they have done something wrong they will come to you and apologize. This is just how they are. They own up to their mistake and try to make things right.

11. They Are Humble: They do not quite know their own worth. While they are very important and do so much good they don’t quite see it. You should remind them of it.

12. They Do Good When They Can: They are always helping other people. They love to know that they have improved someone’s life. It gives their lives meaning.

13. They Are Always Kind To Those Who Need It: Giving kindness can go a long way. When someone looks like they need a little pick me up these people deliver. They can brighten up almost anyone’s day.

If you are someone who has true integrity, thank you for being who you are and thank you for all that you do. You really do actually make a difference in society, please keep up the good work. If you feel no one else is proud of you, know that I am.

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