Ashia Sims
https://ashiasims.com/ 
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Ashia Sims is a Social Media Strategist by trade, storyteller and technology enthusiast by design. Her path to the field of digital strategy started when she landed at Florida A&M University to pursue her interest in the creative side of business.
She found herself in the world of journalism and public relations. Upon graduation, she was able to transfer her public relations, project management and event planning skills over to the world of television and film production where she worked for over 10 years.
She has worked on television projects for BET, Fox, Peachtree TV, Starz in Black and NBC as well as several feature film projects.


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​Welcome to the new and revamped version of the classic Art is King podcast.

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Day 5 - March 28
Lights, Framing and Shots that drive the narrative.

Focus on Your A Game
31- Day Live Streaming Challenge for Artists, starts May 1. 
Show Notes:
https://www.artisking.org/blog

Tune in April 24 - 30 to @ArtIsKing_ATL for tips, resources and a long list of tools to start the journey into live streaming.
DTM will share most popular online tools, low priced gear and art biz resources to get started.
Share What You Know.
Share Your Journey.
We Rise By Lifting Others. 

This challenge is for Visual Creatives of all disciplines. Everyone is invited also! ​

Day 5 - March 28
Lights, Framing and Shots that drive the narrative.
Lights are needed so we can see what the camera sees and framing is the presentation of visual elements in the video and that includes your background!
Everything in your shot should be there to support your message, drive the narrative and tell a story.

1. Lighting
   1. basic lights
   2. the 3 point lighting
2. Framing
   1. headspace
   2. placement of the person/s x
   3. background
      1. home setting solutions
      2. bedroom elements. declutter. make the bed, have art on the wall.
      3. Other spaces: coworking, public parks, schools, libraries,
      4. what are your suggestions?
      5. windows, shutters,, curtains and some light is ok.
   4. desk. declutter, organize, keep only the things that you will need for the stream
   5. static noise - distracting elements
   6. Side by side, Picture in Picture
3. Shots
   1. close up
   2. wide shot
   3. two shot
   4. overhead
   5. side shot  

​Join the Discord for discussion sessions
https://discord.gg/Aztw26azaZ

Join the Art Is King Facebook Group to stream to:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/artisking

Follow for more resources and tips:
behance.net/dacreativegenius
https://www.youtube.com/c/ArtIsKing

Apply to stream to Behance 
https://help.behance.net/hc/en-us/articles/4404204205851

Special Music by Tom Laroc
https://twitter.com/Tom_Laroc
https://www.instagram.com/thenicefilter/

Special Video intro by
https://www.instagram.com/seven8ths_creations/

#ArtEveryDay #DrawDaily2022
#ArtistsandWeapons #TheSketchyverse 
#Sketchable #Sketching #ATLartist #CharacterArt

Art goes where the Artist takes it.
-DTM 

Day 3 - March 26
Gear and Equipment
Here are some starting points: Start where you are with what you have.
Focus on Your A Game
31- Day Live Streaming Challenge for Artists, starts May 1. 
Show Notes:
https://www.artisking.org/blog

Tune in April 24 - 30 to @ArtIsKing_ATL for tips, resources and a long list of tools to start the journey into live streaming.
DTM will share most popular online tools, low priced gear and art biz resources to get started.
Share What You Know.
Share Your Journey.
We Rise By Lifting Others. 

This challenge is for Visual Creatives of all disciplines. Everyone is invited also! ​

Gear and Equipment
Here are some starting points: Start where you are with what you have.

Keep in mind, this is video. We need microphones to capture audio, cameras to capture the visuals and lights so we can see what is happening.
Also remember to check for your backgrounds and static, elements within your video frame that cause distractions. More on framing soon.

Here is How I use what I have and slowly built a collection of tools that help me with my streams.

1. Computer Devices.
   1. PC. CyberPower
      1. https://amzn.to/3KcSRqc $1,579
      2. https://amzn.to/3xZcmjx $1,849
   2. MacMini M1 256GB https://amzn.to/3y0xshH $895
   3. Macbook Pro M1 512GB 8GB RAM https://amzn.to/3Kf5Rvr $1,449
   4. iPad M1 1TB https://amzn.to/3rSuwQd $1,599
   5. Surface Pro 8 8GB RAM https://amzn.to/38t8bC0 $979
   6. Surface Pro 16 GB RAM https://amzn.to/3xPrW1c $1,999
   7. Surface Book 3, i7 https://amzn.to/39nMpA9 $3,000
   8. Surface Laptop Studio i5, 16GB RAM https://amzn.to/3KwqzHz $1,528
2. Microphone - natural voice and gaming mics
   1. Fifine USB Mic https://amzn.to/3OEtktp $28
   2. Desk Stand https://amzn.to/3LcuWso $27
   3. Webcam Mic
   4. Yeti USB Mic https://amzn.to/398mFY6 $115
3. Lights - basic to 3 point lighting.
   1. Video Light and Stand Lighting Kit https://amzn.to/3L7lMgF $183
   2. Neewer Background and light kit. https://amzn.to/36Hcitw $215
   3. Photography LED color filters https://amzn.to/3v9J0xc $41
   4. Halo Ring Prismatic w iOS App https://amzn.to/3LrweQs $129
4. Cameras
   1. iPhones
      iPhone SE 2nd Gen Renewed https://amzn.to/3vEWkbJ $240
   2. iPhone Stand/Tripod https://amzn.to/3KjAobK $26
   3. iOS Apps to turn your iPhone into a webcam:
      1. EpocCam https://www.elgato.com/en/epoccam
      2. NDI HX Camera https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ndi-hx-camera/id1477266080
   4. Webcams
      Logitech C930c HD Smart 1080P Webcam with Cover for Computer Zeiss Lens USB Video Camera 4 Time Digital Zoom Web cam  https://amzn.to/3Mttxh4 $54
   5. DSLRs - got money?
5. Dongles and extras
   1. USB hubs https://amzn.to/3rTIcui $19
   2. USB-C hubs https://amzn.to/39nOkER $68
   3. HDMI Capture Card https://amzn.to/3KkMotn $107
6. Desk to put it all together! 

Day 2 Preparation.
How To Stream to Social, The Methods.
Focus on Your A Game
31- Day Live Streaming Challenge for Artists, starts May 1.
Show Notes:
https://www.artisking.org/blog

Tune in April 24 - 30 to @ArtIsKing_ATL for tips, resources and a long list of tools to start the journey into live streaming.
DTM will share most popular online tools, low priced gear and art biz resources to get started.
Share What You Know.
Share Your Journey.
We Rise By Lifting Others. 

This challenge is for Visual Creatives of all disciplines. Everyone is invited also!

How to Stream to Social

1. Direct to Platforms like Facebook and YouTube are easy from Mobile AND Desktop, create an account, download mobile app or use the browser to stream.
   1. Mobile App
   2. Browser
   3. RTMP Broser
   4. Streaming Service over the Browser
2. Software Option
   1. OBS - PC and Mac FREE  https://obsproject.com/
   2. Cinamaker - Mac and iPad subscription only https://www.cinamaker.com/shop/annualstudiosub/ref/DTM/?campaign=artdemos
3. Browser Options
   1. Streamyard https://streamyard.com?pal=5066266587693056
   2. Restream https://restream.io/join/dtm
   3. Lightstream - subscription only https://www.golightstream.com/ 
4. Other Options:
   1. Wirecast/Vimeo
   2. ECamm
   3. SwitcherStudio  
   4. Prism Live Studio PC, Google Play and iOS
   5. TopDirector
   6. Tubicon ​

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Join the Discord for discussion sessions
https://discord.gg/Aztw26azaZ

Join the Art Is King Facebook Group to stream to:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/artisking

Follow for more resources and tips:
behance.net/dacreativegenius
https://www.youtube.com/c/ArtIsKing

Apply to stream to Behance 
https://help.behance.net/hc/en-us/articles/4404204205851

Special Music by Tom Laroc
https://twitter.com/Tom_Laroc
https://www.instagram.com/thenicefilter/

Special Video intro by
https://www.instagram.com/seven8ths_creations/

#ArtEveryDay #DrawDaily2022
#ArtistsandWeapons #TheSketchyverse 
#Sketchable #Sketching #ATLartist #CharacterArt

Art goes where the Artist takes it.
-DTM