A coding assignment produced for 'Creative Coding 2' of my university course. Collaboration with Ilie-Marcel Moldovan that automatically translates a Twitter user's tweets to English if not initially.
Concept was devised to alleviate burden of manually translating tweets to English which was commonplace due to my press journalism work with the Eurovision Song Contest.
Published on 18 December 2014.
A short ambient track arranged initially on Piano and mixed with Logic Pro 9. Created in two hours of a sleepless night - describing my personal interpretation of bliss as harmonious tranquility .
Published on 8 September 2014.
Diane Turner wakes up one day to find herself awake as a Fairytale princess. As she succumbs to this new lifestyle she is forcefully changed into more Princesses.
Diane's journey sees her battles the inner turmoil she faces as she tries to discover what truly happened to her. Perhaps only true love can break the curse...
Starring:
Brief #2 short film for the 'Moving Image' module at Ulster University.
Published on: 28 May 2014.
59th Eurovision Song Contest in Copenhagen, Denmark after Emmelie de Forest's win with "Only Teardrops".
Entering my second year in university and as a press editor producing articles and live-blogs, I was offered a role in Copenhagen in the website's press delegation during the promotion weeks and live shows at Eurovision. Having accepted, I made it my main goal to learn all that I possibly could in the short space of time while completing my university coursework alongside.
My first official press pass and pack from ESC 2014.
Copenhagen was a unique experience from the daily security and pass clearances to the new roles and responsibilities given to me. This has since been my main learning in regards to working within the contest. Throughout the two weeks, I produced rehearsal blogs with recordings, took video interviews and produced summary articles.
In reflection, this event provided me with the insight and stamina to produce the best content possible within the short time conceivable. I was able to start to lead and manage rather than needed to be supervised. Through this and the following years of experience, I could consider artist management.
Completed on 10 May 2014.
Starring:
After betraying his girlfriend Joshua finds himself fighting for his life as the news of his deceased ex-girlfriend comes back to haunt him.
Brief #1 short film for the 'Moving Image' module at Ulster University.
Published on: 20 March 2014.
One of UK and Ireland's leading festivals dedicated to all things: digital tech, media and music which took place in Derry/Londonderry, Northern Ireland in 2013.
While completing my university course I decided to participate in the festival to gain experience in event management and the importance of time management. The festival reached it's highest attendance yet for which I was able to monitor the latest advancements from upcoming and industry professionals advancement in creative technology including sound design and digital performance art.
Social media:
Roles :
Attended until 13 September 2013.
58th Eurovision Song Contest in Malmö, Sweden after Loreen's win with "Euphoria".
I discovered the event briefly in 2007 and officially in 2008. Once I saw the full event, I was hooked to the concept and became an avid follower of the contest. After completing my A-levels and having been accepted into University in 2012, I decided to embark towards a role that allowed myself creative output in regards to the show.
I began applying for numerous popular news-sites that specialised in ESC-related news. My press work with the Eurovision Song Contest started officially in February 2013 when I got accepted as a press editor within Australian news-site; ESCDaily.com.
ESCDaily.com - Media news-site for Eurovision.
As this was my first encounter to online journalism, I discovered quickly the steep learning curve needed to monitor, write and produce articles and content relating to the show on a daily basis. Through the following months I found myself adapt to the process and decided to make the jump to on-site journalism.
Premiere of Artists - Eurovision in Concert 2013
After all entries were chosen, an opportunity presented itself to attend 'Eurovision in Concert': one of the largest promo concerts - as a press member. I embarked on a solo flight to Amsterdam where I stayed for the weekend-long event. During the experience, I was able to interview artists, view the performers live and gain first-hand experience of what it takes to organise an event to such a degree.
During the actual event in Malmö, Sweden. I remained an online writer throughout the event however could not attend as it was too soon since my inclusion with the media site. However the previous promo concert prepared me to attend my first event in 2014.
Completed on 18 May 2013.
An interactive application I produced in collaboration with Ilie-Marcel Moldovan that utilised live-data from Eurovision 2013 to display the current progress of each country's participation within the contest; from confirmed attendance to artist and song selections.
Application was developed utilising Processing alongside Javascript. Allows user to select individual countries from their region and view full entry profile.
Published on 10 May 2013.
Another day in University when Temptation returns to create chaos. Will he succeed?
A short film for the "Technology, Art and the Digital Space" - CRE301 module at Ulster University.
Influences came from the art movement; dada along with silent, comedic films.
Starring:
Music Used: Maple Leaf Rag (iMovie)
Camera Used: Canon EOS M with 18-55mm Lens
Published on 8 May 2013.
A light-hearted three minute documentary showcasing the city of Derry City / Londonderry in Northern Ireland through the perspective of its students.
Completed for the "Film & Moving Image" module within my course at Ulster University.
Narrated and/or featuring:
Published on 25 March 2013.
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One mother's journey through a museum ends in a twist of fate.
However, the only way to discover what happened to her is to return to where it all began. As events unravel the tragedy of Caroline may not be all it seems...
Also featuring:
Experimental Short films providing additional narrative to "Taken...".
Flashback showcased the inner psychedelia that Caroline suffers with subtle hints to her desire for a child.
Possession provides a prequel-set explanation to the route of Caroline's insanity from her own perspective however.
Published on 11 May 2012.
A two-piece couture outfit designed to represent the Southern side of Europe with the initial design to represent a dress that could be worn in the Eurovision Song Contest. My A2 Art and Design final design that gained critical acclaim for it's exaggerated design and technical complexity..
Inspired by:
Eurovision Song Contest and similar grandiose events in fashion aka Madri Gras. Other influences include the Mediterranean and animals such as the Peacock and Bird of Paradise.
Features:
Published on 20 April 2012.
My seven-piece clay design representing music. Produced as my A2 Exam entry at De La Salle College. Through the individual pieces' arrangement can represent the three main areas of music for myself.
Inspired by:
My passion for music and training in violin, piano and voice as shown through the montage of pieces into the above forms.
Features:
Published on 16 March 2012.
Claire Corbett; is a sixteen-year-old girl who wakes up one evening to find herself unconsciousness in an abandoned building.
As she tries to escape we unravel what happened to her and more importantly by who... Can Claire escape unharmed?
Starring:
Experimental Short film accompanying "Escape...".
A young girl finds herself lost in a small forest. Once she finds what's lurking inside she runs for her life before she'll become the next trapped victim.
Published on 8 May 2011.
One-piece dress I designed for AS Art and Design at De La Salle College. Exhibition piece for multiple years and my first attempt at fashion design.
Inspired by:
Serene nature; more specifically my home garden which previous won nine awards for best garden in West Belfast by "Belfast in Bloom".
Features:
Published on 31 December 2010.
Modern, alternate re-telling of the Biblical story of King David and Jonathan from Samuel I & II from the perspective they're lovers as can be interpreted through the readings.
Key phrases that would support the claim include the passages “Jonathan was bound to the soul of David and Jonathan loved him like his own soul.” [1 Samuel 18:1]. Near the end of the book, the Bible mentions that “they kissed each other” and Jonathan said to David: “The Lord shall be between me and you, and between my descendants and your descendants forever.” [1 Samuel 20:41-42].
Antagonist within the book would be King Saul who is the the father of Jonathan. After being de-throned by David for defeating Goliath showcases hatred and disgust for the two. Overall,. I believe it would be a very interesting film concept with a positive message as God is noted saying that David is a true hero for all.
Want to collaborate?
Contact here if interested in finalising the script.
In development from 21 February 2010.
Back in 2009 when I was 13 years old, I was asked to produce a music track for an aspiring video game designer after my previous composition "Darkened Soul" began to trend on Newgrounds.com. This was one of the title tracks used within his flash game.
Newgrounds.com data: 664 plays, 59 downloads, 4.3 stars.
Published on 7 October 2009.
This was my first ever published composition - it took me under a week to compose.
I was asked to produce a one minute+ track for a video game music competition. So I started writing "Darkened Soul" using just the piano and violin and this was the end result back in 2009 when I was 13 years old.
Newgrounds.com data: 1039 plays, 59 downloads, 4.14 stars.
Published on 21 August 2009.
Currently hosting a large portfolio of plot themes and concepts for film, television, theatrical plays, documentaries and novels.
Currently hosting a plethora of song lyrics with visual concepts for future production. Also can collaborate as a singer / songwriter with speciality in piano melodies and hooks.
