This week in DS106 was full of creativity, problem-solving, and hands-on learning. I worked on two major video projects, a lyric video and a promotional video, while also completing several Daily Creates that kept my imagination active and my creative energy flowing.

For my first video project, I created a lyric video for “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell. Although finding a downloadable song was more challenging than expected, I was able to use a free version I already had. Using iMovie and free stock clips from Pexels, I pieced together a visual story that matched the rhythm and emotion of the song. Syncing the lyrics to the music took time and patience, but in the end, I was proud of how professional it looked and how much I learned about video timing and editing.

My second video assignment was a promotional video for DS106. This project allowed me to showcase the work I’ve done so far and share what makes the DS106 community so valuable. I recorded my screen on my MacBook to show where the assignments come from and what I’ve created, then edited everything together with music. Through this process, I learned more about my Mac’s built-in tools and how to sync visuals and audio effectively. Although I can be a perfectionist, I’m learning to appreciate my progress and know when to call a project finished.

Finally, my Daily Creates gave me space to explore smaller creative ideas each day. I designed a hopeful poster, invented my own definition of a partial word “combobulated” and had fun placing a “surveillance camera” inside a plant for a photo challenge. These mini-projects reminded me that creativity doesn’t always have to be big or complex; it just has to keep you thinking and making.

Overall, this week pushed me to balance creativity with technical skill, patience with playfulness. Each project, whether large or small, helped me grow as a digital storyteller and strengthened my appreciation for the creative process that DS106 inspires.