Who would have guessed that a big animation company like Fatkat studios, would come from a small town like Miramichi. I certainly wouldn't have, I always thought the biggest thing to come out of New Brunswick was Lobster. There was a lot I didn't know about Fatkat before now, mainly that they work so close to my Miramichi, and they've worked on Teletoon quite a few times. I really didn't know how big of deal animation can be, maybe it could be my future career.
I enjoyed the layout of the Fatkat blog, they put a lot of personalization into it. It showed a lot of their different work and partners and such aswell. If I could be better at HTML, I would definatly spruce up my blog like theirs. However, it seemed as if they didn't have much information about the people and the company itself; they mainly had what the company produces.
The first question I would ask Robbie Anderson is why he used a K insteas of a C in cat. After that was sorted out, I would ask questions more related to how you would start working for Fatkat. I'd like to know what qualifications you would need, or what university courses you would have to take. I'd really just ask all about what working there is like.
Friday, April 17, 2009
Thursday, April 16, 2009
How To Play Drums
Although drums seem like a difficult instrument to play, this video made it seem a lot simpler. All the different beats, and different ways to keep time were well explained. The one thing I didn't like about the video was the camera angles, the transitions were obvious and repetitive, and on a couple angles were really helpful to what was being explained.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yRbK_vcY4dM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yRbK_vcY4dM
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
How To Be A Perfect Liar
Have you ever had been caught in a lie? Have you ever been in a situation when you absolutely could not tell the honest truth? Are you a terrible liar? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this is the article for you. Now, you may be thinking, "Isn't it best to just tell the truth? Lying is bad." Unfortunately, you're wrong; sometimes people can't handle the truth, and sometimes, its not your place to tell the truth. This article will help you to tell a perfect lie, and make sure you involve, and hurt as few people as possible.
Before you go out and start lying left and right, there are some things you should know; if your lie is serious enough, you may have to carry on the charade for the rest of your life, there are some things the world should never find out, and you need the will power to make sure your lies to don't get too out of hand.
Know what people want to hear
If you know exactly what the other person wants to hear the whole process will be a lot easier. If they're hearing want you want to hear, they are a lot less likely to question it. These can be one of the hardest parts until you're used to it. Its best if you know the person fairly well, so you can know exactly what to say.
Make sure what you say is possible and believable, but unique.
Try not to make the same excuse time and time again; at the same time try not to vary them too much. If there is a good chance of something happening more than once that lie can be used more than once. Remember, all excuses and lies must be used in moderation.
Keep a serious face
This one is pretty self explanatory, if you're giggling, smiling and laughing while trying to be honest and serious with someone, they probably wont believe you. This will probably take a lot of practice, but will be worth it as it is a key point in telling a proper lie.
Cover everything
If at all possible, it is best to plan out your lies before you put them in place. You should have an idea of everything the other person would want or need to know; the fewer questions, the better. This applies even more if you're inexperienced, and not used to thinking off the top of your head.
Don't say more than you have to
Although it's best to cover everything, don't say more than you absolutely have to, you don't want to make it too complicated, or have too many points to remember. If you tell a complicated back story before your lie, there is a lot more to remember if you're ever asked a casual question about it. You want to make sure the chance of you slipping up and letting it out that you lied very low.
Try not to involve others
If at all possible, don't involve others, some people can't see the art in telling a perfect lie; there is a high risk of them letting your secret out. When you absolutely have to involve a third party, make sure they are aware of what you are going to say, and can keep a secret.
Only Lie For Good Reasons
When you finally perfect the art of lying, try not to use your new skill in ways that will hurt others. For example, saying a friend doesn't look fat in those pants is a good lie; telling someone your father has cancer to benefit from their pity is a bad lie.
Soon, with lots of practice and these tips, you'll be the prefect liar, maybe even worthy of going into politics. Go out and give it a couple tries to gain some experience; However, make sure you start small, remember you're not a professional yet.
Before you go out and start lying left and right, there are some things you should know; if your lie is serious enough, you may have to carry on the charade for the rest of your life, there are some things the world should never find out, and you need the will power to make sure your lies to don't get too out of hand.
Know what people want to hear
If you know exactly what the other person wants to hear the whole process will be a lot easier. If they're hearing want you want to hear, they are a lot less likely to question it. These can be one of the hardest parts until you're used to it. Its best if you know the person fairly well, so you can know exactly what to say.
Make sure what you say is possible and believable, but unique.
Try not to make the same excuse time and time again; at the same time try not to vary them too much. If there is a good chance of something happening more than once that lie can be used more than once. Remember, all excuses and lies must be used in moderation.
Keep a serious face
This one is pretty self explanatory, if you're giggling, smiling and laughing while trying to be honest and serious with someone, they probably wont believe you. This will probably take a lot of practice, but will be worth it as it is a key point in telling a proper lie.
Cover everything
If at all possible, it is best to plan out your lies before you put them in place. You should have an idea of everything the other person would want or need to know; the fewer questions, the better. This applies even more if you're inexperienced, and not used to thinking off the top of your head.
Don't say more than you have to
Although it's best to cover everything, don't say more than you absolutely have to, you don't want to make it too complicated, or have too many points to remember. If you tell a complicated back story before your lie, there is a lot more to remember if you're ever asked a casual question about it. You want to make sure the chance of you slipping up and letting it out that you lied very low.
Try not to involve others
If at all possible, don't involve others, some people can't see the art in telling a perfect lie; there is a high risk of them letting your secret out. When you absolutely have to involve a third party, make sure they are aware of what you are going to say, and can keep a secret.
Only Lie For Good Reasons
When you finally perfect the art of lying, try not to use your new skill in ways that will hurt others. For example, saying a friend doesn't look fat in those pants is a good lie; telling someone your father has cancer to benefit from their pity is a bad lie.
Soon, with lots of practice and these tips, you'll be the prefect liar, maybe even worthy of going into politics. Go out and give it a couple tries to gain some experience; However, make sure you start small, remember you're not a professional yet.
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