Multi screen

 Multi Screens an Green Screens

In contemporary media production, green screens and multi-screen displays play pivotal roles in shaping the visual storytelling experience. The green screen, or chroma key, is a technique where actors or objects are filmed in front of a solid green (or sometimes blue) background, which is then digitally replaced with any desired image or scene. This allows filmmakers to create imaginative environments that would be impossible, expensive, or dangerous to film in real life—such as fantasy landscapes, deep space, or massive cityscapes. Green screens are widely used in films, television, music videos, weather broadcasts, and even YouTube content. They allow for flexibility in post-production and open creative possibilities for visual composition. On the other hand, multi-screen setups involve the use of more than one screen simultaneously to display content. This can be used in various formats such as video walls, split screens, or installations. In experimental and narrative cinema, multi-screens allow for simultaneous storytelling, showing different perspectives, timeframes, or characters’ experiences side by side. The technique can challenge the audience’s focus and invite them to interpret meaning more actively. Multi-screen displays are also used in live performances and exhibitions to immerse viewers or create layered narratives. When green screens and multi-screens are combined, creators can build complex, dynamic visual spaces. For example, a green screen background might be replaced with multiple video panels to create the illusion of a virtual set or futuristic environment. In experimental film and digital art, multi-screens can fragment or expand space, disrupt linear storytelling, and explore themes of identity, perception, or memory. Both tools reflect the digital era’s influence on media—where boundaries between real and virtual, single and multiple perspectives are increasingly blurred. As technology continues to evolve, green screens and multi-screen formats will likely become even more integrated into artistic practices and mainstream productions, offering new ways to engage, surprise, and tell stories.

Practice Run

 Me and my class fellows had a practice run before I started to work on my original idea. At that point we were fairly new to the idea of multi screen. I was behind the camera, Farwa was directing the acting, Hasan and Hadi were acting. And we somehow learned to edit it. Considering it was our first time, We did a good job. 

Final Run

Inspiration

For my final multiscreen task, I was deeply inspired by the cartoons I grew up watching during my childhood. There was always something magical about the way those animations could break the rules of reality—characters could shape-shift, switch roles, fly through space, or suddenly find themselves in entirely new worlds, all within a single episode. That sense of limitless possibility really stuck with me over the years. Cartoons didn’t need to follow logic; instead, they followed creativity, humor, and emotion. That freedom made every moment unpredictable and exciting, and I wanted to bring some of that same spirit into my project.

When thinking about how to incorporate this into a multiscreen format, I saw an opportunity to recreate that chaotic, imaginative energy. Using multiple screens allowed me to show different versions of a character or scene happening at the same time—mirroring how cartoons often shift perspectives or realities quickly. I experimented with having the same character perform contrasting actions in different screens, as if they were exploring parallel roles or alternate identities. It was important to me to reflect how cartoons blur the lines between fantasy and reality, and I think multiscreen storytelling does the same.

My goal was to create something playful, nostalgic, and a little unpredictable. I wanted viewers to feel like they were stepping into a world where anything could happen—just like I did when watching cartoons as a kid. This project was not just an artistic expression, but a personal tribute to the shows that sparked my imagination and shaped how I view storytelling. Through this multiscreen piece, I aimed to celebrate that freedom, while also exploring how modern visual formats can be used to reimagine childhood memories in a creative and dynamic way.

Learning

To complete my multiscreen project, I spent a lot of time watching tutorials online to improve my editing skills and better understand the technical side of the process. I knew I had big creative ideas, but I wanted to make sure I could bring them to life as smoothly and professionally as possible. Through these tutorials, I learned how to use green screen techniques effectively, especially by working with tools like Ultra Key in Adobe Premiere Pro. This allowed me to remove backgrounds cleanly and insert new environments or elements, which added a lot of depth and flexibility to my visuals.

I also explored various editing techniques such as layering video clips, syncing multiple timelines, and adjusting scale and position to fit each screen layout. It was challenging at first, especially managing multiple clips at once, but it became easier as I practiced. These skills helped me create the illusion of movement across screens and allowed characters to appear in different forms or locations at the same time—something that was important to the concept inspired by cartoons. Overall, the learning process was just as rewarding as the final piece, and I’m proud of how much I’ve grown creatively and technically through this project.

Working

This is some of the work I did throughout the entire process—from shooting to editing. I began by planning and filming my scenes with the green screen, making sure the lighting was even and the footage was clean enough for chroma keying. During editing, I applied the Ultra Key tool to remove the green backgrounds and replace them with custom visuals that matched the mood and story I wanted to tell. I also used a variety of editing techniques to bring the multiscreen concept to life—layering footage, adjusting scale and position, syncing timing across clips, and experimenting with transitions to create dynamic visual flow. I watched multiple tutorials online to learn these techniques, especially focusing on how to manage several video layers and how to creatively arrange scenes across multiple screens to reflect the cartoon-inspired energy of my concept. Each screen had to be treated almost like its own mini-narrative, while still working together as a whole. Through this, I developed a much stronger understanding of visual composition, editing rhythm, and the creative power of digital tools. The project pushed me technically and artistically, and I’m proud of the way I was able to bring my childhood inspirations into a polished, imaginative piece.

Task Name: Nostalgia

I named my multiscreen project Nostalgia because it brings me back to the joy, imagination, and wonder of my childhood. The concept is deeply rooted in the feelings I had when watching cartoons as a kid—those colorful, unpredictable worlds where anything could happen. Through this project, I wanted to capture that sense of freedom and creative possibility. The characters, transitions, and playful interactions across multiple screens reflect how animated shows could shift between scenes and roles without any rules. The title Nostalgia felt perfect because this project is more than just a creative task for me—it’s a personal tribute to the shows, moments, and memories that shaped my early love for storytelling. Every part of the editing process, from using green screens to crafting the multiscreen layout, was influenced by that childlike excitement. Nostalgia isn’t just about looking back—it’s about celebrating the creativity that those early experiences sparked in me.

Link to final multi screen :Nostalgia