最後,私はスヌーピーのコミックを読んだ。10ヶ月で終了。タワーのレコードでそれを買った。
また、私は文法(bunpou)が良くなってきている(getting better?)と思う。
多分。
Sunday, October 8, 2017
Thursday, September 28, 2017
Day 3: watching league of legends
最近(saikin, recently)、リーグ・オブ・レジェンドの競争(kyousou)が始まった。
私はyoutubeで試合(Shiai, matches)を見た。ゲームをするのが(surunoga, todo)好きで、数年前にそれをやりました。(yarimashita, did?)
今年の試合がエキサイティングになることを願っています。
うわー、それはすで(completely)に6シーズンされている(has been)？
私はyoutubeで試合(Shiai, matches)を見た。ゲームをするのが(surunoga, todo)好きで、数年前にそれをやりました。(yarimashita, did?)
今年の試合がエキサイティングになることを願っています。
うわー、それはすで(completely)に6シーズンされている(has been)？
Wednesday, September 27, 2017
Day 2: Laundry night.
今日、私はいくつ(some)かの洗剤(senzai, detergent)を得る(eru)ため(to get)に薬局(yakkouku)に行きました。
それは約(yaku)400円かかります。 その後、私は洗濯物(sentakubutsu)をコインランドリーに持って(motte)きた。
それは約(yaku)400円かかります。 その後、私は洗濯物(sentakubutsu)をコインランドリーに持って(motte)きた。
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
A new start.
I know I have left this blog alone for a long time, and due to the amount of free time recently, I've decided to utilise this blog again. As to whether it is interesting, I don't know. But the main reasons why I'm writing this is to practice Japanese(for now with a lot of help from Google Translate), and also to find out more about yourself.
So here goes.
初めまして。私はヨ ビンセントです。今年(kotoshi)は29歳(toshi)になるでしょう。 (will be)現時点では(genjitende wa)、東京に住んで(sunde, live)います。3D アニメーターとして(toshite,as)働く(Hataraku, work)。
自分のブログを頻繁(hinpan, frequently)に書く(kaku,write)ことが(?)できる(capable,dekiru)ことを願っています。(onegattemasu, i hope)
it's a start i guess. that's all for tonight.
So here goes.
初めまして。私はヨ ビンセントです。今年(kotoshi)は29歳(toshi)になるでしょう。 (will be)現時点では(genjitende wa)、東京に住んで(sunde, live)います。3D アニメーターとして(toshite,as)働く(Hataraku, work)。
自分のブログを頻繁(hinpan, frequently)に書く(kaku,write)ことが(?)できる(capable,dekiru)ことを願っています。(onegattemasu, i hope)
it's a start i guess. that's all for tonight.
Sunday, April 20, 2014
A long weekend of rest
I feel like I'm going through a mini slump or quarter-life crisis? not sure. But with good friday, I do hope it's enough time to rest and recover from this.
So I've recently been playing...
Pokemon X has made me love grass types again. It seemed like they're trying to balance out the types, as dragon type seemed too strong.
Bravely Default has been an epic JRPG. With a lovable cast and familiar art style, it's been a fun ride to fight through and collect the classes.
I'll also be briefly writing up abt a few of the movies I've watched during the past year.
Gravity is a simple story abt a lost astronaut. The visual and camera work is spectacular. I do feel that the main character is super lucky though.
The Secret Life of Walter Mitty also has a simple plot imo, and it's beautifully shot (so much view of many different parts of the world.)
Her is a slow paced story, and pretty touching in its own day. If you like action or thriller and less into romance or bittersweet kind of movies, then this is not the movie for you.
The Grand Budapest Hotel has surprised me with it's huge amount of familiar actors. It was funny and enjoyable throughout the show. The color and composition is also well done.
Alright, signing off now! gonna grab dinner!
So I've recently been playing...
Pokemon X has made me love grass types again. It seemed like they're trying to balance out the types, as dragon type seemed too strong.
Bravely Default has been an epic JRPG. With a lovable cast and familiar art style, it's been a fun ride to fight through and collect the classes.
I'll also be briefly writing up abt a few of the movies I've watched during the past year.
Gravity is a simple story abt a lost astronaut. The visual and camera work is spectacular. I do feel that the main character is super lucky though.
Her is a slow paced story, and pretty touching in its own day. If you like action or thriller and less into romance or bittersweet kind of movies, then this is not the movie for you.
The Grand Budapest Hotel has surprised me with it's huge amount of familiar actors. It was funny and enjoyable throughout the show. The color and composition is also well done.
Alright, signing off now! gonna grab dinner!
Saturday, April 12, 2014
Good things come in 2s?
I guess I'm still trying to get the hang of writing blogs, and how often I'll get topics posted. A lot of stuff to work on, and probably more to talk about.
Anyways today's topic is the sequel of movies that I've watched over the past year!
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2 is another one of those light-hearted movie with a simple storyline. Some of the jokes probably the kids won't get, as they are quite puny. I liked the animation and some of the creatures/characters are visually interesting. I feel it's equally nice to watch compared to first movie.
Catching Fire (Hunger Games 2) is somehow better than the first movie. The danger does seem more deadly, although the starting had quite slow, so as to explain a bit of the situation. Some of the new characters presented had interesting personalities that seemed likeable to me.
The Desolation of Smaug (Hobbit 2) is a crazy visual feast. I was amazed at the dragon's dungeon, and probably sorta happy to see the appearances of legolas and gandalf. I wouldn't say it's a super awesome movie, but I admit the effects and environment is really insane! It is probably more exciting than Hobbit 1 too.
Thor 2: The Dark World felt more like a fan service movie to me than anything else really. I admit it was nice to see cameo appearance and Tom Hiddleston's acting though. It probably is a prequel to something bigger, but otherwise I wouldn't find any reason to re-watch it.
Rio 2's story takes place in the amazon, which is different from Rio 1, where many of the shots are in the city. It is a well animated film with many musicals and songs to enjoy! I wouldn't mind rewatching this movie to be honest.
Alright, that's all for this post, I'll have to leave the house soon, see ya!
Anyways today's topic is the sequel of movies that I've watched over the past year!
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2 is another one of those light-hearted movie with a simple storyline. Some of the jokes probably the kids won't get, as they are quite puny. I liked the animation and some of the creatures/characters are visually interesting. I feel it's equally nice to watch compared to first movie.
Catching Fire (Hunger Games 2) is somehow better than the first movie. The danger does seem more deadly, although the starting had quite slow, so as to explain a bit of the situation. Some of the new characters presented had interesting personalities that seemed likeable to me.
The Desolation of Smaug (Hobbit 2) is a crazy visual feast. I was amazed at the dragon's dungeon, and probably sorta happy to see the appearances of legolas and gandalf. I wouldn't say it's a super awesome movie, but I admit the effects and environment is really insane! It is probably more exciting than Hobbit 1 too.
Thor 2: The Dark World felt more like a fan service movie to me than anything else really. I admit it was nice to see cameo appearance and Tom Hiddleston's acting though. It probably is a prequel to something bigger, but otherwise I wouldn't find any reason to re-watch it.
Rio 2's story takes place in the amazon, which is different from Rio 1, where many of the shots are in the city. It is a well animated film with many musicals and songs to enjoy! I wouldn't mind rewatching this movie to be honest.
Alright, that's all for this post, I'll have to leave the house soon, see ya!
Sunday, March 16, 2014
A final note of my university studies.
It's my first post for 2014! but I guess I'll start off by talking about a major thing of 2013...
(this is a post i kept in draft for a long time, but i think i ought to share it)
It's been at least 3 years since I enrolled into DigiPen, and I would say I've come a long way from where I've started. And I've learn a lot along the way.
At the beginning, I loved school, especially since i just finished serving my 2 years in National Service. Everything seemed great, and although I was a bit disappointed that I had to study a sem more than my other ex-classmates back in poly, I felt it was super refreshing going back to study. I was proud that I managed to get enrolled in DigiPen, and felt I was doing better in the traditional aspect compared to my other classmates. But after the first semester, I began to realize a couple of things; One was that I wasn't doing so well as I thought I should. I've been living under the impression that if I'm one of the better few in my class, I can find a job after graduation. Well, I was proved wrong after realizing I knew so little about anatomy, or even anything! So I started to work hard (or harder).
During the second semester, I had actually lost my clique of friends who I used to hang out with during the first semester. They have decided not to pursue this course. I guess that is another thing, you have to know what you want to do when you graduate; Be an animator? an illustrator? a modeller? You have to be sure you want to pursue this line of industry, and lock it in. I told myself I wanted to do animation or illustration, but at this point I wasn't so firm on my decision.
I've got the taste of working with a team during the 3rd semester. You can say that I found out everyone has their own work ethics, and it is not easy to 'clique' with them. Sometimes I want it a certain way, but I just can't seem to even compromise for it, and so just have to 'suck it up' and move on. I also felt that it was a very tough semester compared to the 1st two, partly due to the fact that I had a project class and another time-consuming film class(requires scouting of places etc). I never felt this difficulty thus far, and seeing everyone also feeling the same, it made me wonder, is this course even humane?
I somewhat liked the 4th semester, partly coz there wasn't a major module, and it was relatively easier compared to the 3rd. At that point I learn that I wasn't great with environment, and maybe I lacked the enthusiasm for it, so I was slowly convinced that I should be a character artist/animator. It pushed me to find things to do, and work on other side projects. I guess that's another thing to keep in mind, to do stuff outside of school. I've been trying to work on that, but it just doesn't last long.
The junior year felt like a great accomplishment to me, I felt great, and managed to apply what I learn into a solo project. Of course, I do have help along the way, and I was it was a nice experience that my friends and I worked hard together, and even overnight-ed at my place once, to finish our individual project. These two semesters were where I was convinced that animation is really what I want to do and work on. This passion kept me moving I would say.
I was the producer of a 5-man team during my senior year, and have a semester study in the US campus. I would say it has been a life-learning (and even a life-changing) experience. I admit I learn the most here throughout the course of study. There were so many things I didn't know how to do; I didn't know how to cook, I didn't know how to do the laundry and I got to know my friends a LOT better. Being in a new place, I was over-cautious about things, so I tend to be hesitant most of the times. I'm glad that my friends are quite supportive on how I do some of the planning, although I felt some things could have gone much better.
During the final weeks of my study, I found out that my work was... okay. You can say I'm really depressed at one point in time, and it ain't easy to suppress this feeling, when many of your friends are also concerned in finding a job after graduation. But after taking a step back, I realized that why did I choose this in the first place...
Because I wanna do what I like to do.
So I just have to take life easy, and slowly work on build up my portfolio. Overall, I really am glad that I came to DigiPen Singapore, because the friends here are really awesome, and it definitely matures you as a better artist AND person.
(this is a post i kept in draft for a long time, but i think i ought to share it)
It's been at least 3 years since I enrolled into DigiPen, and I would say I've come a long way from where I've started. And I've learn a lot along the way.
At the beginning, I loved school, especially since i just finished serving my 2 years in National Service. Everything seemed great, and although I was a bit disappointed that I had to study a sem more than my other ex-classmates back in poly, I felt it was super refreshing going back to study. I was proud that I managed to get enrolled in DigiPen, and felt I was doing better in the traditional aspect compared to my other classmates. But after the first semester, I began to realize a couple of things; One was that I wasn't doing so well as I thought I should. I've been living under the impression that if I'm one of the better few in my class, I can find a job after graduation. Well, I was proved wrong after realizing I knew so little about anatomy, or even anything! So I started to work hard (or harder).
During the second semester, I had actually lost my clique of friends who I used to hang out with during the first semester. They have decided not to pursue this course. I guess that is another thing, you have to know what you want to do when you graduate; Be an animator? an illustrator? a modeller? You have to be sure you want to pursue this line of industry, and lock it in. I told myself I wanted to do animation or illustration, but at this point I wasn't so firm on my decision.
I've got the taste of working with a team during the 3rd semester. You can say that I found out everyone has their own work ethics, and it is not easy to 'clique' with them. Sometimes I want it a certain way, but I just can't seem to even compromise for it, and so just have to 'suck it up' and move on. I also felt that it was a very tough semester compared to the 1st two, partly due to the fact that I had a project class and another time-consuming film class(requires scouting of places etc). I never felt this difficulty thus far, and seeing everyone also feeling the same, it made me wonder, is this course even humane?
I somewhat liked the 4th semester, partly coz there wasn't a major module, and it was relatively easier compared to the 3rd. At that point I learn that I wasn't great with environment, and maybe I lacked the enthusiasm for it, so I was slowly convinced that I should be a character artist/animator. It pushed me to find things to do, and work on other side projects. I guess that's another thing to keep in mind, to do stuff outside of school. I've been trying to work on that, but it just doesn't last long.
The junior year felt like a great accomplishment to me, I felt great, and managed to apply what I learn into a solo project. Of course, I do have help along the way, and I was it was a nice experience that my friends and I worked hard together, and even overnight-ed at my place once, to finish our individual project. These two semesters were where I was convinced that animation is really what I want to do and work on. This passion kept me moving I would say.
I was the producer of a 5-man team during my senior year, and have a semester study in the US campus. I would say it has been a life-learning (and even a life-changing) experience. I admit I learn the most here throughout the course of study. There were so many things I didn't know how to do; I didn't know how to cook, I didn't know how to do the laundry and I got to know my friends a LOT better. Being in a new place, I was over-cautious about things, so I tend to be hesitant most of the times. I'm glad that my friends are quite supportive on how I do some of the planning, although I felt some things could have gone much better.
During the final weeks of my study, I found out that my work was... okay. You can say I'm really depressed at one point in time, and it ain't easy to suppress this feeling, when many of your friends are also concerned in finding a job after graduation. But after taking a step back, I realized that why did I choose this in the first place...
Because I wanna do what I like to do.
So I just have to take life easy, and slowly work on build up my portfolio. Overall, I really am glad that I came to DigiPen Singapore, because the friends here are really awesome, and it definitely matures you as a better artist AND person.
Sunday, January 27, 2013
On the road.
So... I'm currently enrolling in driving lessons, and I must say that so far it has been a fun experience as compared to the last time I learnt it (maybe it was too stressful)
I also recently heard this catchy song (Karmin - Brokenhearted), and right now am hooked onto it... didn't really hear any of the other songs off the album though...
Sonic and All-Stars Racing Transformed has been fun, and if you have a tag team buddy (like my brother), we tend to aim the 3 stars for almost every race! Hahaha, so exciting, and I can't wait to complete the game.
Another manga has come to an end... and I qouls say although the ending was a bit abrupt, I really loved to thrilling story they're portrayed out. I have to admit, it's quite interesting when they describe the creatures and how they struggled to survive this.. Cage of Eden.
Gangster Squad is one of those all-star show where it has a simple storyline and you feel as though you already know the ending. I kinda watch it for the cast, the acting and the action rather than anything else.
Paranorman was actually a visual feast rather than the story, I don't know, maybe it's just me, but I felt Coraline was better.
Looking back at my list, I still having a lot of things I have yet to do...but I do hope with the duo screen i'm having now, I can get to watching more running man episodes and probably other shows/movies...
I also recently heard this catchy song (Karmin - Brokenhearted), and right now am hooked onto it... didn't really hear any of the other songs off the album though...
Sonic and All-Stars Racing Transformed has been fun, and if you have a tag team buddy (like my brother), we tend to aim the 3 stars for almost every race! Hahaha, so exciting, and I can't wait to complete the game.
Another manga has come to an end... and I qouls say although the ending was a bit abrupt, I really loved to thrilling story they're portrayed out. I have to admit, it's quite interesting when they describe the creatures and how they struggled to survive this.. Cage of Eden.
Gangster Squad is one of those all-star show where it has a simple storyline and you feel as though you already know the ending. I kinda watch it for the cast, the acting and the action rather than anything else.
Paranorman was actually a visual feast rather than the story, I don't know, maybe it's just me, but I felt Coraline was better.
Looking back at my list, I still having a lot of things I have yet to do...but I do hope with the duo screen i'm having now, I can get to watching more running man episodes and probably other shows/movies...
Monday, January 7, 2013
Another semester's approaching
Welcome to 2013 my friends! First off I would like to say that I've been resting well for the past few days and slowly getting used to the weather. I think I have to kick my old habit of taking naps during the afternoon though...
Anyways another movie and game review!
Les Miserables (still can't pronounce it right) has been an interesting show to watch, and I quite like some of the solos, but maybe it's just me, but it's better to just watch for the singing and less of the story. I wouldn't say it's recommended, but it's not a bad show either.
Ragnarok Online 2 has actually made me remember the many good times I had when I was playing RO1. But now, the gameplay has been quite linear, and I find that it is so much different. There are good stuff like the dungeons and the existance of mini-bosses, and many channels to jump from, but the essence of the competition is not there... The map is so big, and there isn't much of maps to hunt and stuff, feels more like another WoW than an RO at times. The gameplay has changed quite a bit, like I don't see aspd and cast delay being part of the game,..(or is it?)
And now, my thoughts on my artwork, the Sky Turtle.
It all started when I was cleaning up my room, when I stumbled upon this drawing, then I remember it's for a creature design module back in my poly days, and one of my friends was saying this is such a cool creature. Looking back, it is such a cool idea, i mean, a flying turtle? It has gotta be a crazy! So I went to the drawing board and,....
Remade the sky turtle, Honestly, I began to like the concept sketch, maybe it wasn't clear or I have to ink it in the end, but the end result turned out a bit different than I envisioned...
He looked a bit more friendly than the sketch, and the composition changed a bit too... But I sorta like my color choices. I do hope to improve on painting wings and trying to blend the character to the background better. And I need more focus or patience when it comes to painting.
Hope you like the second post of the year! See ya soon!
Anyways another movie and game review!
Les Miserables (still can't pronounce it right) has been an interesting show to watch, and I quite like some of the solos, but maybe it's just me, but it's better to just watch for the singing and less of the story. I wouldn't say it's recommended, but it's not a bad show either.
Ragnarok Online 2 has actually made me remember the many good times I had when I was playing RO1. But now, the gameplay has been quite linear, and I find that it is so much different. There are good stuff like the dungeons and the existance of mini-bosses, and many channels to jump from, but the essence of the competition is not there... The map is so big, and there isn't much of maps to hunt and stuff, feels more like another WoW than an RO at times. The gameplay has changed quite a bit, like I don't see aspd and cast delay being part of the game,..(or is it?)
And now, my thoughts on my artwork, the Sky Turtle.
It all started when I was cleaning up my room, when I stumbled upon this drawing, then I remember it's for a creature design module back in my poly days, and one of my friends was saying this is such a cool creature. Looking back, it is such a cool idea, i mean, a flying turtle? It has gotta be a crazy! So I went to the drawing board and,....
Remade the sky turtle, Honestly, I began to like the concept sketch, maybe it wasn't clear or I have to ink it in the end, but the end result turned out a bit different than I envisioned...
He looked a bit more friendly than the sketch, and the composition changed a bit too... But I sorta like my color choices. I do hope to improve on painting wings and trying to blend the character to the background better. And I need more focus or patience when it comes to painting.
Hope you like the second post of the year! See ya soon!
Wednesday, January 2, 2013
Another Year's Passed
It's been a tough year for many of us, and we've been though quite a lot of assignments and all, but I hope that this year will be a better year for us all.
Ghost Trick is, what many have said, a very good game not to be missed. It has a surprising twist at the end, and extra back story to it too. It's no wonder many of my friends have been crazy over the characters and story.
CZ12 might have been a prolonged chinese TV show, but it definitely has the distinct flavor of jackie chan to it, which I sort of liked. Guess one could watch it for the actions.
The Hobbit is a prequel to Lord of the Rings, but this time, it isn't about the ring. I guess it's nice to see a different prespective on the same setting, but I felt it was a bit boring early on.
Ben 10 Omniverse is the sequel to Ultimate Alien, and has actually changed art style on this season. I guess it's more unique, but I do prefer the old style they've been doing for the past shows. Still, their story is good and exciting.
Been trying to catch up on my sleep too, and hopefully I'm well rested for the NEW YEAR.
Ghost Trick is, what many have said, a very good game not to be missed. It has a surprising twist at the end, and extra back story to it too. It's no wonder many of my friends have been crazy over the characters and story.
CZ12 might have been a prolonged chinese TV show, but it definitely has the distinct flavor of jackie chan to it, which I sort of liked. Guess one could watch it for the actions.
The Hobbit is a prequel to Lord of the Rings, but this time, it isn't about the ring. I guess it's nice to see a different prespective on the same setting, but I felt it was a bit boring early on.
Ben 10 Omniverse is the sequel to Ultimate Alien, and has actually changed art style on this season. I guess it's more unique, but I do prefer the old style they've been doing for the past shows. Still, their story is good and exciting.
Been trying to catch up on my sleep too, and hopefully I'm well rested for the NEW YEAR.
Friday, December 28, 2012
Progress of Thief Fox
How this work started off:
It was originally for a school assignment, where I have to model a 3D character from my own concept.
This is the original work done 2 semesters back.
I felt I could do a new take on this old concept, so I went and change the anatomy a bit, trying to give him more personality and 'coolness' to this sneaky fox
I added a knife and gave him a gun, Then I moved on to give him colours.
So... I'm quite happy some of the fur parts, but I guess I can still improve on the gun and the eyes, somehow something is lost during the painting phase for the face, looking not as cute.
Either ways, thanks for viewing the Thief Fox.
It was originally for a school assignment, where I have to model a 3D character from my own concept.
This is the original work done 2 semesters back.
I felt I could do a new take on this old concept, so I went and change the anatomy a bit, trying to give him more personality and 'coolness' to this sneaky fox
So... I'm quite happy some of the fur parts, but I guess I can still improve on the gun and the eyes, somehow something is lost during the painting phase for the face, looking not as cute.
Either ways, thanks for viewing the Thief Fox.
Wednesday, December 26, 2012
Movie Marathon
So on the flight back to Singapore, I've been rushing through the list of movies I've missed:
Rurouni Kenshin
I really loved this show because I can really connect to this movie, even thouygh I have not really watched the anime. All the characters have some 'realistic' personality to them, and you can relate to the characters. I admit some parts the acting can be better, but it's an awesome movie not to be missed.
Premium Rush
I initially watched it because of joseph gordon-levitt, and the style is similar to many other films he's been in. It has some charm to the way the story is told and it's feels sort of nice in a way.
Total Recall
It's a sci-fi fantasy with a flavour of inception. I don't know, i guess the story is workable, but I had a bit of confusion at thestart of the film.
Dark Knight Rises
It is such a well told movie that ended with a bang. I loved how the previous two movie also somewhat tied in with this show. I would say watch both of the prequel and end the trilogy off with this.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days
I feel that this is more like a long TV show and aimed towards a younger audience, but overall still okay.
Alright time to go for a short break... will try to update stuff on FB
Rurouni Kenshin
I really loved this show because I can really connect to this movie, even thouygh I have not really watched the anime. All the characters have some 'realistic' personality to them, and you can relate to the characters. I admit some parts the acting can be better, but it's an awesome movie not to be missed.
Premium Rush
I initially watched it because of joseph gordon-levitt, and the style is similar to many other films he's been in. It has some charm to the way the story is told and it's feels sort of nice in a way.
Total Recall
It's a sci-fi fantasy with a flavour of inception. I don't know, i guess the story is workable, but I had a bit of confusion at thestart of the film.
Dark Knight Rises
It is such a well told movie that ended with a bang. I loved how the previous two movie also somewhat tied in with this show. I would say watch both of the prequel and end the trilogy off with this.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days
I feel that this is more like a long TV show and aimed towards a younger audience, but overall still okay.
Alright time to go for a short break... will try to update stuff on FB
Friday, December 7, 2012
'You are always learning.'
Yeah, I would like to discuss about my semester in the city of Redmond, what have I learnt over the course and my new targets or resolutions.
Here's the list of targets I would like to achieve when I get back home.
Watch Movies
Yes, I would really want to watch Paranorman and Hunger Games. I heard hunger games is similar to Battle Royale, so I would want to check out the differences. As for Paranorman, I am quite impressed by Coraline, so I do hope that Paranorman would not fail me in terms of the entertianment value.
Listen to more songs
Whether it is Korean or English, I felt that I have not been updating my playlist, and I think I should if I wanna have more variety of songs to sing in Kbox.
Manga
I suppose I would like to catch up on the manga that I drop from the last time. I haven't been reading on GE, and I hope my brother has good manga to introduce to me.
Running Man
I have been putting this show on hold for too long, and it's about time to chiong watching this show. I think I'm only at episode 37, so I have a lot of catching up to do.
Completing DS + 3DS Games
I left my DS and 3DS alone for a while now, so after the semester, I hope to clear all the unfinished games that I have at home and that I bought.
Driving
One thing I realise in USA is that driving is an essential skill to have to travel around. Plus, having only one module next semester, I hope to complete this study by the end of my final semester in DigiPen. I think it will be cool for me and my bro to learn together.
Modeling/Character/Animation
It is also a time to polish up my portfolio before my graduation. I would like to take the oppotunity to clean up my working files in my backup drive and decide on what I have to show.
Sleep
Although there are a lot of things that I want to do, it is neccessary to take some time off to rest and relax. Life is not always about accomplishing a lot at one go, sometimes it is good to take it slow, and refresh your senses... and stuff like that.
Learn to Cook
Another thing I realised is that I don't know how to cook! I don't know any recipes, and what do I do if I'm alone in a house? Do I always eat out? So I suppose I have to delegate time to learning how to prepare dinner.
Clear my room
By now my room should be really dusty, and I think it is time to throw away the old stuff that I don't need, and set up my workplace for the new year.
Saturday, November 24, 2012
It's getting cold...
As December is closing in... it seems that the world here is getting colder and colder.
Speaking of cold.
Seems like a lot of people love Jack Frost in the movie Rise of the Guardians. The story is okay, but what I liked about the film is the simple jokes and the beautiful visual effects. The sand particles, the frostings and so much more!
In other news,
Is the world getting colder in personality? or is it just the way of life? even so, I believe one person can make a difference. Virtue's Last Reward is very harsh game, sort of a like a reality check in life. It ties in with its prequel very nicely. I have just recently completed the game and I feel one should play 9 doors have a better grasp of the idea behind this game. It is just so mind boggling and thrilling! If you are to get a 3DS, this may very well be the 1st game! :D
Alright, I'm off to bed, have to do my homework!
Speaking of cold.
In other news,
Alright, I'm off to bed, have to do my homework!
Friday, November 23, 2012
What makes life beautiful?
Music is what makes life beautiful.
I just got hooked onto the One Direction song," What Makes You Beautiful". It is just gives that feel good vibe whenever I hear the original song or any covers of it.
Sightseeing is what makes life beautiful.
Enjoy the weather and the scenery on your way to school... to take a short break! just remember to enjoy every day of your life. Life's too short to get angry. Just take it easy...!
Wreck-It Ralph is a movie I would recommend to all gamers and animators out there to watch, as it is very funny and the story is really good! I also love the short film at the start, paperman! A truly amzing movie not to be missed!
Guess what I'm trying to say is... try to enjoy the little things in life :)
Monday, November 12, 2012
Many stones in a mile.
Just recently, my team has just completed another major milestone for project 400.
Before this, my initial thoughts were that I was ready to take on the animation industry. Well, I was wrong, I still have a lot to learn. I never knew that the pipeline was more complicated than I actually expected, and things will never go the way as just planning it on the first week.
Before this, my initial thoughts were that I was ready to take on the animation industry. Well, I was wrong, I still have a lot to learn. I never knew that the pipeline was more complicated than I actually expected, and things will never go the way as just planning it on the first week.
Life is a learning journey, and I do feel being a producer is really tough, but I'm slowly learning a lot about this role in the team. The producer may not be being superb at concept or modelling, neither is it about being able to just plan schedule. The important thing about being a producer is communicating, and not just to the lecturers/clietns, but also your fellow colleagues. Sometimes one can be naggy, but you just have to make sure everyone is sure about their roles, yet not be too hard on them about it. The producer cannot be the guy assigned to do all major tasks, but he cannot be the one do little contribution in terms of art content either. There is that... importance of leading, and making sure everyone is talking to each other, and not individualistically.
Honestly, at times I'm just lost. I don't really know who I can talk to about the role of a producer. Maybe because I feel that no one really understand the job of the producer unless one has actually been one before. Sometimes I want to help out but I know it's beyond my control, and other times I just want to give up on some milestone and go my own way. But I've come to realise... I can't make everyone happy. I can't make everyone satisfied. Should I have been firm on my stand? or should I try to compromise? I really don't know... but I have to trust my own judgement and move on.
I admit, this semester has been life-changing, and it hasn't even ended yet! It has been very transformative, that I feel like I have matured not only as a better artist, but as a better person. I hope in time, I will be able to lead the team better and make strong and better decisions too. I am really thankful that I have a cooperative team and I hope we will strive on to work as one! :)
Honestly, at times I'm just lost. I don't really know who I can talk to about the role of a producer. Maybe because I feel that no one really understand the job of the producer unless one has actually been one before. Sometimes I want to help out but I know it's beyond my control, and other times I just want to give up on some milestone and go my own way. But I've come to realise... I can't make everyone happy. I can't make everyone satisfied. Should I have been firm on my stand? or should I try to compromise? I really don't know... but I have to trust my own judgement and move on.
I admit, this semester has been life-changing, and it hasn't even ended yet! It has been very transformative, that I feel like I have matured not only as a better artist, but as a better person. I hope in time, I will be able to lead the team better and make strong and better decisions too. I am really thankful that I have a cooperative team and I hope we will strive on to work as one! :)
Sunday, October 21, 2012
The internet's back up!
Life without internet has really made me realise how dependent we are on it. We need internet for researching, keeping up with our friends, listening to music on Spotify and many other forms of entertainment. With wi-fi, it is very convienient to send whatsapp messages to your friends, and send MMS if required. I will learn to cherish the internet more than ever.
Game of the Day!
Pokemon Black and White 2 is such a nostalgic game and reminds me to the good times I had while I was playing it. The days where I have to collect them all, relying on my starter to win the game, the fun times battling my friends and trading with them too. I still have a silly habit whenever I play Pokemon, and that is to never use money unless it is to buy TM. But I guess in the end I had to break my 'miser' streak, as I needed a bit more ultra balls and other items to either catch rare pokemons or to survive the elite four.
Movie of the Day!
Looper brings audience to a futuristic (but not too sci-fi heavy) world where time travelling is involved. At times I feel that the story is very complicated, but the movie allows the viewers to have some breathing space or time to absorb and understand the complication. I do like joseph gordon levitt's acting, and probably it's just me, but some scenes could have been removed from this films. And although I feel it's a good film, I still feel something (or some emotion) is left hanging.
Alright, I'll be off to read my blogging book, and try to apply some of the teachings to write better posts! See ya!
Saturday, October 6, 2012
Revival!
I would say yes, it is a revival! I feel much happier this weekend, and probably rejoiced that my team's animatic has been restored to its glory and we can proceed smoothly!
I am gonna try to about a bit differently now and try to get a familiar blogging style...
Game of the Day!
999: Nine Hours, Nine Persons, Nine Doors
I would say that it's a good game overall, but I feel that the first run-through (for any reading) is too long, but I suppose it is a graphic novel. I really like the puzzles and it really is very thrilling. The game also has a replay value, and one will want to play to get a 'Good' end.
Movie of the Day!
Hotel Transylvania
I really liked the animation! It is very snappy and has strong gestures, and it's very entertaining. It is similar to cloudy with a chance of meatballs in terms of the style. I feel it is a very light-hearted film for everyone to watch, or enjoy.
Well, it's been a long saturday, and I did some... tidying of my room,.. guess I'm off to bed!
Night guys!
I am gonna try to about a bit differently now and try to get a familiar blogging style...
Game of the Day!
999: Nine Hours, Nine Persons, Nine Doors
I would say that it's a good game overall, but I feel that the first run-through (for any reading) is too long, but I suppose it is a graphic novel. I really like the puzzles and it really is very thrilling. The game also has a replay value, and one will want to play to get a 'Good' end.
Movie of the Day!
Hotel Transylvania
I really liked the animation! It is very snappy and has strong gestures, and it's very entertaining. It is similar to cloudy with a chance of meatballs in terms of the style. I feel it is a very light-hearted film for everyone to watch, or enjoy.
Well, it's been a long saturday, and I did some... tidying of my room,.. guess I'm off to bed!
Night guys!
Thursday, September 27, 2012
Dear Vincent.
it's been a while since you last visited me. Guess it's time for the interview huh.
Lately, you've become quieter. Why is that so?
Sometimes I felt that I have done nothing majorly wrong, or it isn't my fault, but I am being blamed for it. It has happened to me quite a few times already, but I know people usually tell me for my own good, so I usually won't reply back. I admit sometimes that they could phrase it better though. At times I also don't want to retort back as you might never know, someday you too might make that similar mistake. I never liked scolding or arguing back, as I too was once a very hot-tempered person. I do not wish to see myself turn into that 'monster' again.
This is not the way to go! What are you going to do about this?
I guess I could ask them why do they feel it is wrong. I admit that if I am wrong, I try my best to correct my mistakes. I guess I am sort of 'too serious' in some sense, so maybe it's about time to lighten up.
Okay... how's school?
In terms of my study, I think I'm slowly accustomed to the lifestyle of this school. And although we recently had some issues with our story stage, I felt that we've done a good job making the story work, such that the team is agreeable to it. Despite our conflicts at times, I hope that the team will be bonded together!
How can you be a happier, dude?
As I said before, I guess I would like to see the team work together towards a common goal. That's probably a reason to make me happy. I would also be happy that I get to experience and explore different things during my stay, so sometimes I feel a slight sense of sadness whenever my friends went to sightsee without me. But I guess it's normal, I mean, if they never asked you, it isn't right to self-invite or ask them for invitation, is it? Maybe it's also just me, but I feel happy when my friends are happy, hahaha, I know, so silly.
Any final words you want to say?
I'm learning a lot of stuff everyday. I guess I still have a lot to work on in terms of life skills and communication. So... many thanks to my fellow friends who's helped me and 'nagged' at me along the way, hahaha. and thanks buddy. Really thanks. :)
and that concludes my post of the day. I guess I'll look back to this post, and reflect on how I can improve myself. ( Hope this kinds of post don't happen so often. )
Lately, you've become quieter. Why is that so?
Sometimes I felt that I have done nothing majorly wrong, or it isn't my fault, but I am being blamed for it. It has happened to me quite a few times already, but I know people usually tell me for my own good, so I usually won't reply back. I admit sometimes that they could phrase it better though. At times I also don't want to retort back as you might never know, someday you too might make that similar mistake. I never liked scolding or arguing back, as I too was once a very hot-tempered person. I do not wish to see myself turn into that 'monster' again.
This is not the way to go! What are you going to do about this?
I guess I could ask them why do they feel it is wrong. I admit that if I am wrong, I try my best to correct my mistakes. I guess I am sort of 'too serious' in some sense, so maybe it's about time to lighten up.
Okay... how's school?
In terms of my study, I think I'm slowly accustomed to the lifestyle of this school. And although we recently had some issues with our story stage, I felt that we've done a good job making the story work, such that the team is agreeable to it. Despite our conflicts at times, I hope that the team will be bonded together!
How can you be a happier, dude?
As I said before, I guess I would like to see the team work together towards a common goal. That's probably a reason to make me happy. I would also be happy that I get to experience and explore different things during my stay, so sometimes I feel a slight sense of sadness whenever my friends went to sightsee without me. But I guess it's normal, I mean, if they never asked you, it isn't right to self-invite or ask them for invitation, is it? Maybe it's also just me, but I feel happy when my friends are happy, hahaha, I know, so silly.
Any final words you want to say?
I'm learning a lot of stuff everyday. I guess I still have a lot to work on in terms of life skills and communication. So... many thanks to my fellow friends who's helped me and 'nagged' at me along the way, hahaha. and thanks buddy. Really thanks. :)
and that concludes my post of the day. I guess I'll look back to this post, and reflect on how I can improve myself. ( Hope this kinds of post don't happen so often. )
Thursday, September 20, 2012
"Hello World."
Yes, this is what I have learnt in CS 115 so far, and I would like to say that I'm finally in the USA, and have started my final semester of study not too long ago!!!
It's been a very very long time since I've ever wrote anything on a blog. And it might be a good time to start practising again. (or so i feel) But prior to this, I stumbled upon a book that says blogging might have its disadvantages for business, so I think I will give it a try once again to see if it's effective.
Today I'm gonna talk about the adventures to USA. I admit that I really learnt a lot through the journey, and I will try to summarise what I got out of this:
The korea trip was overall a very fun experience. It's similar to home whereby there are still familiar flavours of food and spices. I enjoyed my short stay there, although there are some things that didn't go according to plan. I guess even though I want to explore as much of Seoul as possible, I think there is a need to take a break once in a while and take it slow. I also kind of learn that having a backup plan is good in a event where you can't do anything (such as a typhoon).
Seattle's another nice place to hang around. But do take note that unlike the eastern countries, there are less chilli and use different spices. The travel times from place to place are longer as they are further away from each other. Compared to Singapore, it might be a 15 minute walk from a mall to a restaurant. Do expect to have long waiting times, but usually the waits are worth it. I'm also starting to understand that one have to be decisive, in terms of eating or going to places.
The school here's quite different from the one back at Singapore. Studying here is a bit different, such as the use of Moodle, and the idea of having two 1.5 hr classes. They have a nice cafeteria and the lecturers are quite awesome in their own way. I'm currently taking a number of general electives and a final group project this semester. I felt there was a bumpy start in the project, but I begin to understand that I have to be better in communication here and also make the right decisions.
Before closing this post, I would like to thank my friends for being patient and very understanding. They've tried to make me understand a lot of things throughout the journey so far. Thanks and I hope we'll have more exciting times in USA!..:)
It's been a very very long time since I've ever wrote anything on a blog. And it might be a good time to start practising again. (or so i feel) But prior to this, I stumbled upon a book that says blogging might have its disadvantages for business, so I think I will give it a try once again to see if it's effective.
Today I'm gonna talk about the adventures to USA. I admit that I really learnt a lot through the journey, and I will try to summarise what I got out of this:
The korea trip was overall a very fun experience. It's similar to home whereby there are still familiar flavours of food and spices. I enjoyed my short stay there, although there are some things that didn't go according to plan. I guess even though I want to explore as much of Seoul as possible, I think there is a need to take a break once in a while and take it slow. I also kind of learn that having a backup plan is good in a event where you can't do anything (such as a typhoon).
Seattle's another nice place to hang around. But do take note that unlike the eastern countries, there are less chilli and use different spices. The travel times from place to place are longer as they are further away from each other. Compared to Singapore, it might be a 15 minute walk from a mall to a restaurant. Do expect to have long waiting times, but usually the waits are worth it. I'm also starting to understand that one have to be decisive, in terms of eating or going to places.
The school here's quite different from the one back at Singapore. Studying here is a bit different, such as the use of Moodle, and the idea of having two 1.5 hr classes. They have a nice cafeteria and the lecturers are quite awesome in their own way. I'm currently taking a number of general electives and a final group project this semester. I felt there was a bumpy start in the project, but I begin to understand that I have to be better in communication here and also make the right decisions.
Before closing this post, I would like to thank my friends for being patient and very understanding. They've tried to make me understand a lot of things throughout the journey so far. Thanks and I hope we'll have more exciting times in USA!..:)
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