KENZIE STAFFORD - BRONZE ARTS AWARD JOURNEY
Welcome to my Blog
My name is Kenzie, and this is my Arts Award Journey. I will be exploring the Arts as a Rapper who wants to develop as an Artist, learn how to work in a studio, understand how to mix my tracks, and release my own tracks as KENZO.
VIDEO 1 - My Journey
PART A
Exploring the Arts as a Participant
IMAGE 1- Mind Map of my Journey
Exploring what I will do throughout my Journey and writing my goals, I am ready to get into lyric writing. I find myself more focused in the studio, having a dedicated place to put pen to paper.
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VIDEO 2 - Exploring the Studio
My first time in the studio learning about the equipment, starting to learn how I will use the studio to record my tracks. I have learnt that there are different types of microphones, like condenser and dynamic.
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Learning how to edit videos so I can develop my socials, adding some music videos to my tracks will get me more views and listens across more platforms. Along with time spent in the studio, I was introduced to Cubase, a recording software I had never used before. Learning how to set up to record and start to look at how to mix my tracks. I have been comparing different effects with the original mixes.
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EXPLORING MY VISUAL STYLE
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After recording my track 'Player That’s Been Played', I was inspired to take part in an amateur photoshoot with my tutor, exploring my visual style. These are some of my favourite shots.
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IMAGE 3 - SOUNDCLOUD TRACK
Taking the time to sit and do some lyric writing has been a big part of this journey for me. I spend time in the studio alone to help me get into the right headspace and write bars. Once I start i have so much to get out, along with finding the right beat that fits my vibe. I also spend time on the mic free styling, to get inspiration, it helps me get out what’s in my mind. I’m inspired by everyday life, issues, and wins. It is something I have a passion for.
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IMAGE 2 - SOUNDCLOUD
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Setting up to Record
I have been spending time in the studio learning how to set up for recording. I have went throught he step on how to set up my DAW, Cubase, import my tracks, and over the year i hope to develop my mixing skills.
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VIDEO 3 - Learning to Record
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VIDEO 4 - REFLECTION
PART A