Introduction
This week, we started planning and recording some reference videos for our lip-syncing animation. I downloaded an audio, then I wrote the script, recorded some reference videos and finally drew some thumbnails.
Script
Script
I downloaded an audio from the movie Network (1976) by Sidney Lumet.
I intentionally chose an audio from a movie I did not watch, so that I would not be influenced by the actor.
Then, I wrote the line down and underlined the words I needed to emphasize on in my recording.
Idea
I will use this quote out of context and showcase how an older person is struggling with his computer (the rendering process failed).
Reference Videos
I recorded two different variations for my lip-syncing animation — angry and mentally disturbed — and I finally decided to use the former as a reference for my thumbnails. I initially recorded my video from a front view, however, I was advised to record it from a 3/4 perspective.
Angry Version
In this version, I wanted the character to be furious at his computer.
He would scream at the computer and finally leave the scene.
Mentally Disturbed Version
In the second version, I wanted the character to hysterically laugh to portray the idea that he is mad.
Thumbnails
Sketching Poses
I sketched some poses I wanted to include into my animation based on the angry reference video.
I want the character to get closer to his computer and start yelling the lines, so I will have to work on a torso animation.
I was advised not to include pointing poses as I need to express my ideas whilst acting.