Wow we have come a long way. I wanted to thank you all for coming along with me on this journey and I am so excited for you all to see my CCR video so here it is!
Sunday, April 7, 2019
Saturday, April 6, 2019
Finished Magazine!!
Hey guys!
It's the moment we have all been waiting for. Here is my official magazine cover, table of contents, and double page spread!
It's the moment we have all been waiting for. Here is my official magazine cover, table of contents, and double page spread!
Thursday, April 4, 2019
Revision Process
Hey guys!
So I am looking over every component of my magazine and creating my CCR but I wanted to inform you all about a decision I made. So as I was looking over my table of contents,I noticed my second and third picture just didn't go with the theme so I decided to delete them and just make 2 large pictures instead. One being the strawberry smoothie and the other being the fresh salad. I also made sure everything lined up and fit well on the page. Here is the change I made
Vision
So I am looking over every component of my magazine and creating my CCR but I wanted to inform you all about a decision I made. So as I was looking over my table of contents,I noticed my second and third picture just didn't go with the theme so I decided to delete them and just make 2 large pictures instead. One being the strawberry smoothie and the other being the fresh salad. I also made sure everything lined up and fit well on the page. Here is the change I made
Vision
Adjustments
As you all also will notice is I changed the font and and a few minor other details but may I just say the finished product looks AMAZING!
Check back to see my final magazine and CCR! I cannot wait!
Tuesday, April 2, 2019
Almost Done!
Hey guys!
I finished all my pictures here are the final 2 I added to my magazine!
I also finished my double page spread and here that is!
As you all may notice, it is a little different than my double spread layout but I felt like slightly changing it to this layout fit better for my magazine. In my layout I planned to include 3 pictures but only ended up putting 2 one being the Açaí bowl and the second one being all the colorful and fun toppings you can add in the bowl. I include 4 sections in my article: background information, why Açaí is so special and unique, the recipe, and 5 simple steps on how to make the perfect Açaí. I wanted to make sure that my pictures were appetizing and added a pop of color to the double page spread. I lastly included a simple quote just adding how special and amazing Açaí is.
Since I finished that, I went back to check my cover and table of contents and I noticed that for my cover, I had to lower the transparency of the image to ensure that the words on the cover could be read easily. By doing this though, it caused the whole image to become lighter even the Açaí bowl which was a slight problem. I fixed this problem by overlapping the exact image but cropped out everything else so you can only see the Açaí bowl and that allowed me to adjust the colors of the Açaí bowl and have them pop more. Here is the problem I was facing and how I fixed it. I did also change one of the cover stories once I discovered what I wanted to write my double page spread about.
I am now currently working on my CCR which stands for Creative Critical Reflection. This is where I explain my journey and choices by answering 4 questions. I am also making finishing touches on my magazine but we are almost at the end guys and what a ride it has been. Check back to see my final product and my CCR!
I also finished my double page spread and here that is!
As you all may notice, it is a little different than my double spread layout but I felt like slightly changing it to this layout fit better for my magazine. In my layout I planned to include 3 pictures but only ended up putting 2 one being the Açaí bowl and the second one being all the colorful and fun toppings you can add in the bowl. I include 4 sections in my article: background information, why Açaí is so special and unique, the recipe, and 5 simple steps on how to make the perfect Açaí. I wanted to make sure that my pictures were appetizing and added a pop of color to the double page spread. I lastly included a simple quote just adding how special and amazing Açaí is.
Since I finished that, I went back to check my cover and table of contents and I noticed that for my cover, I had to lower the transparency of the image to ensure that the words on the cover could be read easily. By doing this though, it caused the whole image to become lighter even the Açaí bowl which was a slight problem. I fixed this problem by overlapping the exact image but cropped out everything else so you can only see the Açaí bowl and that allowed me to adjust the colors of the Açaí bowl and have them pop more. Here is the problem I was facing and how I fixed it. I did also change one of the cover stories once I discovered what I wanted to write my double page spread about.
I am now currently working on my CCR which stands for Creative Critical Reflection. This is where I explain my journey and choices by answering 4 questions. I am also making finishing touches on my magazine but we are almost at the end guys and what a ride it has been. Check back to see my final product and my CCR!
Saturday, March 30, 2019
Getting close to the finish line!
Hey guys!
So I finally went to the farmers market with my mom and was able to pick up so many fresh fruits and vegetables. Here are some pictures of the my trip there.
Now that I have all the ingredient I am ready to make the food for my magazine and take the pictures. I need to make an Açaí bowl, pancakes, a chicken pineapple dish, a salad, and a smoothies. It didn't take me that long to make all the foods. I found different plates and kitchen tools around my house to use as props for the pictures. I also clipped on the ring light to my phone which defiantly had a positive impact on the photos. I tried multiple angles but decided that the ones featured below best represent the foods. Here are the pictures I took, I still am missing the picture of the pancakes because I was not able to make them yet considering I was missing an ingredient but will have it ready soon!
All of these pictures are edited so for example, here is one of the pictures I took but adjusted the level of brightness, shadow, saturation, and other effects to make the colors stand out just by using the photo app on my iPhone 7.
Before editing
After editing
I implemented the pictures I took into my magazine and unfortunately and still adding some final touches to my double page spread so it is not ready yet but will be extremely soon so check back to see it and the other pictures I take for my magazine!
Now that I have all the ingredient I am ready to make the food for my magazine and take the pictures. I need to make an Açaí bowl, pancakes, a chicken pineapple dish, a salad, and a smoothies. It didn't take me that long to make all the foods. I found different plates and kitchen tools around my house to use as props for the pictures. I also clipped on the ring light to my phone which defiantly had a positive impact on the photos. I tried multiple angles but decided that the ones featured below best represent the foods. Here are the pictures I took, I still am missing the picture of the pancakes because I was not able to make them yet considering I was missing an ingredient but will have it ready soon!
All of these pictures are edited so for example, here is one of the pictures I took but adjusted the level of brightness, shadow, saturation, and other effects to make the colors stand out just by using the photo app on my iPhone 7.
Before editing
After editing
I implemented the pictures I took into my magazine and unfortunately and still adding some final touches to my double page spread so it is not ready yet but will be extremely soon so check back to see it and the other pictures I take for my magazine!
Tuesday, March 26, 2019
Lighting
Hey guys!
So I finally got a chance to go Walmart and… they did not have any ring lights so I did some more research and found out that Target has some, so I took a trip to there and purchased one.
I used this page on their website which told me that they had some in stock in the store near me.
https://www.target.com/p/heyday-153-cell-phone-selfie-light/-/A-54184179?preselect=54224129#lnk=sametab
The product was only $9.99 and came in multiple colors. The color was not important to me mostly the fact that it worked, but I did purchase it in rose gold. Here is a picture of it in it’s packaging.
I opened it up and it comes with a charging cord and an instruction paper. It is easy to operate. There is a button on the back that allows you to select the setting you like through the few they offer. It has a clip on the back with a grip to ensure it doesn't come off when on your phone. They advertise it to be used for the front camera to take selfies but I tested it on the back of my camera and it worked just fine and fit perfectly on my iPhone 7 which is the device I will be taking the pictures on. I decided this because it is much easier to export photos from there rather than an actual camera. Also I already have editing apps on my phone so taking the pictures on my phone makes it more convenient to edit too. My phone has a 12 Mega-Pixel camera and features like zoom, optical image stabilization, and auto focus with focus pixels.
I am still working on my double-page spread but will definitely have it done by the end of this week. I am also going to the Farmer’s Market with my mom tomorrow so I will have all the ingredients for my Açaí bowl and will finally be able to make it and take pictures for my magazine.
Stay tuned to see what I find at the market and to stay updated about other things involving my magazine
So I finally got a chance to go Walmart and… they did not have any ring lights so I did some more research and found out that Target has some, so I took a trip to there and purchased one.
I used this page on their website which told me that they had some in stock in the store near me.
https://www.target.com/p/heyday-153-cell-phone-selfie-light/-/A-54184179?preselect=54224129#lnk=sametab
The product was only $9.99 and came in multiple colors. The color was not important to me mostly the fact that it worked, but I did purchase it in rose gold. Here is a picture of it in it’s packaging.
I opened it up and it comes with a charging cord and an instruction paper. It is easy to operate. There is a button on the back that allows you to select the setting you like through the few they offer. It has a clip on the back with a grip to ensure it doesn't come off when on your phone. They advertise it to be used for the front camera to take selfies but I tested it on the back of my camera and it worked just fine and fit perfectly on my iPhone 7 which is the device I will be taking the pictures on. I decided this because it is much easier to export photos from there rather than an actual camera. Also I already have editing apps on my phone so taking the pictures on my phone makes it more convenient to edit too. My phone has a 12 Mega-Pixel camera and features like zoom, optical image stabilization, and auto focus with focus pixels.
I am still working on my double-page spread but will definitely have it done by the end of this week. I am also going to the Farmer’s Market with my mom tomorrow so I will have all the ingredients for my Açaí bowl and will finally be able to make it and take pictures for my magazine.
Stay tuned to see what I find at the market and to stay updated about other things involving my magazine
Sunday, March 24, 2019
Discoveries
Hey guys!
So I wanted to give you all a little update! I have been on spring break for a couple of days now and have not had a lot of free time on my hands meaning I was not able to go to Walmart yet for the ring light and kitchen supplies however, I did go to Publix and purchased some of the supplies. My mom thought it would be a great idea to go to a Farmer’s Market to purchase the fruits and vegetables for my pictures. So at Publix, I purchased the frozen Açaí mix, granola, and coconut flakes. There were a few frozen Açaí mix options, but I just got the original mix. Publix was also having a sale which was a plus. Here is a picture of the different options they offer.
While I was looking for the mix, I stumbled upon an interesting discover. One of my favorite food brands, Dole, actually makes an Açaí bowl already made with toppings. They offer 3 different options and I included a picture of what I found. I purchased the original one just to test it and it was pretty good, but I think obviously making it fresh and adding the topics you prefer is a better choice to make because it is more fit to you and your liking.
I have also been working on my double page spread and will hopefully be done with it soon. Check back for my next post to see what I find at Walmart and for any other updates!
So I wanted to give you all a little update! I have been on spring break for a couple of days now and have not had a lot of free time on my hands meaning I was not able to go to Walmart yet for the ring light and kitchen supplies however, I did go to Publix and purchased some of the supplies. My mom thought it would be a great idea to go to a Farmer’s Market to purchase the fruits and vegetables for my pictures. So at Publix, I purchased the frozen Açaí mix, granola, and coconut flakes. There were a few frozen Açaí mix options, but I just got the original mix. Publix was also having a sale which was a plus. Here is a picture of the different options they offer.
While I was looking for the mix, I stumbled upon an interesting discover. One of my favorite food brands, Dole, actually makes an Açaí bowl already made with toppings. They offer 3 different options and I included a picture of what I found. I purchased the original one just to test it and it was pretty good, but I think obviously making it fresh and adding the topics you prefer is a better choice to make because it is more fit to you and your liking.
I have also been working on my double page spread and will hopefully be done with it soon. Check back for my next post to see what I find at Walmart and for any other updates!
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Hey guys! I know I haven't talked to you guys in a while but I wanted to share something I just finished working on with you all. I rece...
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Hey guys! I finished a draft of my potential table of contents and here it is: With my table of contents, I wanted it to be simple but i...
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Hey guys! I have decided on what double-page layout I want to use. This will be the last component of planning the layout of my whole maga...
