Why I Did it: I used pencil because this is a rough copy. I plan to use micron pens because they will darken the images and create a greater contrast.

Why I Did It: I visited the site to try uploading another file (since I had issues last time). However, I quickly found out that the site was taken down. I immediately went searching for other sites because this was a key tool for my project. I chose FlipSnack because it is very similar to the previous site, in that, it turns files into flip books. However, if Fliphtml comes back online, I will definitely use that!

Revision plan:

• What I heard: Both of my partners really liked the concept of my project. In terms of the drawings, they said I should make them modern (rather than doing the typical Disney depiction). And that in terms of color I should either follow the old black and white style or add lots of color. They also suggested that I do bulky head phones and a stero system rather than small earbuds; it makes the scene more dramatic. And that I could even have her lock the door.  Afterwards, we agreed that I should have a coverpage for the comic.
• What I still need to do: I need to finish up drawing the comic. Then I can scan them to the computer and start editing. When I edit the comics, I will either add black and white or color; I will mess with both and see which is better. Afterwards, I will turn the images into a PDF and upload them to FlipHtml.

1. I will hand-draw the bare bones of the comics.
2. I will scan the comics onto a computer.
3. Then I will use Photoshop to edit the comics (add shading, color, etc.).
4. Afterwards, I will make the files into a PDF so they will be compatible with FlipHtml.
5. I will upload them to FlipHtml to make the comics appear to be in a book.

At the end of this process, I will have a digital, hand-drawn comic book!

Why I Did it: I made a storyboard to visually outline my text. That way, I have a better sense of what I am doing. I created the boxes with text to make the board as simple and organized as possible. I highlighted the text to make each action stand out. Then I included other thoughts and ideas so I would have future mental notes; that way, I’ll actually remember the ideas.

• April 13—Story Board
• April 15—Finalize story board/ get dialogue
• April 17—Drawing
• April 20—Drawing
• April 22—Peer Review feedback
• April 24—Use flash/video editing

What I Did: First, I created a timeline for Project 4: Remix a Story. Then I went onto Lynda.com and found videos for Flash Professional CS6 to utilize later. Then I began my storyboard on a lined piece of paper; I  planned out what each character would look like and how I was going to set up the scene.

Why I Did it: I created a timeline so that I would stay on top of my project. Then I found the videos on Flash because it is the tool I chose for my project. I will watch these videos later today, that way, I can get a better understanding of the tool. After finding the videos, I began planning my story board  to get an idea of what I wanted to do. I sketched out different characters and the scene to again, get a sense of what the project would/could look like.

Portion of story: I plan to do the end scene of  Brothers Grimm’s Ashenputtel. In this scene, Ashenputtel’s step-sisters cut off their heels to fit into the slipper.

Genre for the project: I plan to do an animated video using Flash. As previously stated, I will focus on that one scene. I will either modernize plot itself or add funny/modern dialogue.

Three sources: I plan to use these three sources…

• History of Cinderella: “Cinderella.” Wikipedia. Wikimedia Foundation, n.d. Web. 08 Apr. 2015.
• Biography of Brother’s Grimm: “Brothers Grimm.” Wikipedia. Wikimedia Foundation, n.d. Web. 08 Apr. 2015.
• The full text: Need to get the citation information from my professor

• Include various images; memes are funny
• Creating a fake facebook to represent character’s thoughts
• Mix it up with format: blog, prezi, youtube video, etc.
• Use audio, but needs to be done well

What Makes a Good Digital Story: I really liked the Chamber of PostSecrets. It was a really different take on Harry Potter. I loved the use of the anonymous mail to create a story of its own. I also liked the use of music on the site; normally it is really annoying, but I liked it a lot!

Stories I am Considering: I am considering Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, and Snow White. I am considering these stories because there are several different version of the story, so I would have a lot to work with. Maybe I can compare the stories in a funny way?