Digital Storytelling

Digital storytelling is defined as ´Digital Storytelling is the modern expression of the ancient art of storytelling. Digital stories derive their power by weaving images, music, narrative and voice together, thereby giving deep dimension and vivid color to characters, situations, experiences, and insights. This is an interesting concept because it allows you to use a combination of texts, pictures, video clips, audio devices, graphics, and interactivity on your website. Another great thing about multimedia stories is that it is presented in a nonlinear format where the information presented is complimentary instead of outmoded. Digital storytelling is an easier ways for individuals to learn about things going on and feedback can be provided. I find that these types of stories are more interesting and easier to read and keep your attention for longer with whatever I am reading about. These stories are very appealing because cameras, digital recorders, clips, pictures, and audio clips are all used to create the story. Another way in which the story is created, is when the editor/producer will analyze a story in a multimedia format and assign work to different professionals such as photographer for pictures, writer for the background information of the story, etc. the editor/producer has a story in his head and decides how he wants to assemble it instead of leaving it up to the reporter.

 

Tips to prepare a good report:

1. Have the storyboard gather as much information on the topic as possible
2. Need documents and interviews
3. Once at the field; collect as many photos, videos, audio clips, maps, etc.

Antoni Gaudi

Antoni Gaudi was born in 1852. In 1868, Gaudi moved to Barcelona, Spain to pursue work in architecture. Gaudi went to school at the Escola Técnica Superior d´Arquitectura in Barcelona from 1873 to 1877. When Gaudi received his title, Elies Rogent declared, “Qui sap si hem donat el diploma a un boig o a un geni: el temps ens ho dirà” (“Who knows if we have given this diploma to a nut or to a genius. Time will tell.”) In school, Gaudi was an average student who produced prestigous ´trial drawings and projects.´ Nobody knew what would come of Antoni Gaudi and he impressed everyone who has ever laid eyes on his work.

At the turn on the century, when Barcelona began to flourish, so did Gaudi and his works. Although Gaudi had outstanding achievements, he created more than just his great works of art. Gaudi’s major works would be considered Casa Vicens, Palau Güell, College of the Teresianas, Crypt of the Church of Colónia Güell, Casa Calvet, Casa Batlló, Casa Milá, Park Güell, and Sagrada Família. Gaudi´s designs were almost always Modernisme or Art Nouveau.

As far as viewing Gaudi´s works, they are incredible. Each architectural work is its own masterpiece. I have seen a few of them several times, and each time, you find something different and see more detail. My favorites would definitely be Park Güell and Temple Sagrada Familia. They are both beautiful and different. The architecture of the temple and park are incredible. Sagrada Familia is an overwhelming experience where you just want to take in all that it has to offer. When I visited the Park, I felt tranquil and relaxed. There were little trinket type items to buy, and places to grab a snack or drink. You could sit anywhere or walk through the park and see something beautiful from every angle. Throughout Barcelona, is where most of Gaudi´s works are, you can even take a ´Gaudi Tour.´ A Gaudi Tour consists of La Padrera, Casa Batlló, Sagrada Familia, and Park Güell. This tour runs from Monday to Sunday and lasts around four hours.