Unit 2: Exit Ticket 2:1

What is Foley Art?

• Foley art is the art of creating and recording sound effects for film, television, and other media.

Development of Foley Art

• Jack Donovan Foley is credited with developing and shaping the technique of Foley art.

History of Foley Art

• Foley was first used in the 1930s.

Types of Foley Sounds

• Foley artists reproduce everyday sounds, such as footsteps, clothes rustling, and door creaks.
• They also recreate sounds of nature, like wind, rain, and thunder.

Categories of Foley Sounds

• Three main categories of Foley sounds are:
  • Specifics (e.g., keys jingling, pages turning)
  • Backgrounds (e.g., ambient noise, crowd sounds)
  • FX (e.g., explosions, crashes)

Foley Sound Exceptions

• Music is NOT considered a specific in Foley sound.

Purpose of Foley Sound

• The purpose of Foley sound in a film is to create a realistic audio environment.

Foley Recording Process

• Foley artists recreate sound effects by mimicking actions, such as walking, opening doors, and handling objects.

Pre-Recording Preparation

• Before recording in the Foley studio, Foley artists review the film footage and script to identify required sounds.

Ambient Sound Recreation

• Foley artists recreate ambient sounds in the studio to create a more immersive audio experience.