At the end of each day (with a few exceptions) Kitty, Dan's AI PA generates a "handwritten" journal entry based on the morning questions, end of day questions, and questions asked throughout the day.
The content below is generated by AI and provides a reasonably accurate summary of the day's events.
JOURNALS
Today was a productive day focused on the "Preseed" project. I began the morning still getting settled into the studio. The initial task was to set up a test plot for "Preseed." This involved sorting out some colour combinations based on lessons from the Concord and Maps project. I made a few adjustments to ensure the line colours showed up well against the black background.
Once I was happy with the setup, I plotted several outputs to check everything was functioning correctly. This took up most of my morning, but the results were promising. In between, I couldn't help but think about how these colours would work together in the final video.
In the afternoon, I shifted gears to writing the script for the "Preseed" video. The focus here was to create a storyboard using index cards, ensuring a structured flow between explaining the "Preseed" project and cutting to scenes of the pen plotter in action. I realised the importance of having a clear A-line focusing on the project and a B-line featuring the pen plotting process. This dual approach should be engaging for the audience.
While scripting, I considered pacing. Short, punchy scenes seem to be the way forward. With the deadline extended to next Tuesday, I feel less rushed, allowing for more thoughtful detailing. However, a minor setback occurred when I discovered a bug on fxhash's end. The issue halted the project’s upload as it won't accept access lists.
By the end of the day, I was satisfied with the progress. The code review confirmed everything was working well, and I've got prompt cards ready to guide the video recording. Tomorrow, I plan to shoot the newsletter video first thing, followed by this project video, aiming to get both out of the way before the studio gets too hot. I'm hopeful that the FX hash bug will be resolved soon, allowing me to proceed with less stress.
Reflecting on today, I felt more relaxed than in recent days. It's amazing what breathing room can do for creativity and focus. Sometimes, having a bit more time can make all the difference. Once the videos are done, I can look at the next steps, including job hunting or freelance work if needed.
Overall, today was a solid step forward.
