The first week of the Real World Media Studio was an exciting experience, filled with creative and practical activities. We first explored the ancient art of origami and attempted to fold a paper crane. This was a fun and challenging task that required patience and attention to detail. Through this activity, we learned the importance of precision and practice in the creative process.

Next, we went outside the RMIT building and used our smartphones to capture some footage. This activity gave us the opportunity to explore our surroundings and try out different shooting angles and lenses. It was interesting to see how the same scene could be captured in different ways depending on the camera’s position and movement.

Finally, we delved into the world of making by reading Tim Ingold’s “The Textility of Making.” This article challenged our preconceptions about making, highlight the importance of paying attention to materials and tools in the creative process. We learned that making is not just about the final product, but a continuous process that involves constantly adapting and responding to the materials being worked with.

Overall, the first week of the Real World Media Studio was an exciting and enlightening experience. We learned new skills, explored our environment, and gained a deeper understanding of the creative process. We look forward to applying these skills and knowledge in the coming weeks to create some exciting and innovative media projects.