Sound

 For both Sound Project #1 and Sound Project #2, my main approach was to really sit and think about what sounds were necessary to include in my project. I feel that sound is unappreciated, so I made it a point to close my eyes, listen carefully, and imagine what I wanted the audience to feel or even visualize through the sound alone. This helped me focus on the details that truly bring a story to life.

During brainstorming, my partner and I explored a variety of sound options by using the URL links you provided us to look at, and also searching for specific effects that matched our ideas. Not only did we use pre-recorded sounds, we decided to create our own. We recorded natural sounds such as a door closing, a car turning on, and even the sound of someone falling on stage. Making our own sounds gives more of a better connection toward what we are creating because every detail in sound counts. When you make your own sound you are in more control.

Creating an outline was extremely helpful, it set the foundation and base for how the project would come together. I used primary and secondary sounds, wrote detailed descriptions, and broke down my stages of foley work. This made it easier to visualize the final project and stay on track throughout the process.

The main editing tool I used was Clipchamp. Clipchamp allowed me to cut, layer, and adjust sounds to the best I can and it also helps you control the volume levels and overlap sounds so they flowed naturally. The visual editing timeline also helped me align the audio perfectly with timing and rhythm, which made the final product sound more polished.

One thing that went really well was collecting and recording the right sounds needed for the projects. Each sound served a clear purpose and added to the story I wanted to create. The most challenging part was making all the sounds flow together naturally.  However, adjusting levels like lowering or raising certain clips or overlapping effects requires patience and practice. However, by the time I worked on the second project, I felt much more confident. I learned to listen to determine whether each sound flowed well with the visuals and overall concept.

If you would like to see-

Sound project 1- https://browardcountyschools-my.sharepoint.com/:f:/g/personal/0612119801_my_browardschools_com/EuZ1cArXQM9EjhW8m5Zf4HEBaQMSSEYiq50mUp7sl4fKZQ?tdid=427b5bbc-fdbf-44e1-8836-87b5ce9b239c 

Sound project 2- https://1drv.ms/v/c/376048d5f8603485/EZRPRpX6KNNEifuus7K9CscBWmjilvFF9KJ4yRDHJu2PzQ