Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Preliminary Task- Filming
On Monday 5th December Charlie and I finally managed to film. We have tried to film twice before however the actors have cancelled on us last minute both times therefore we did not have time to sort out replacement actors.
We filmed in 3rd lesson in the conference room which I think went pretty well. Using two cameras we managed to get all the filming done in an hour. We did have a couple of issues with the camera as it was quite blurry at times and one of the cameras wasn't charged so we had to film with the production with the charger plugged in which made it quite difficult to film some places were the cable wouldn't reach, this wasn't a huge problem though as obviously we were still able to film.
When we returned to E1 to put the footage on a computer, we out the footage on the computer and discovered when we were watching them that when we were filming either myself or Charlie had pressed stop instead of play which meant that we filmed us discussing what to do and where to film next instead of the actual clips that we wanted. Luckily enough, the usable footage we did get went well together and Charlie made it work by adding some effects and changing the story a little bit.
We filmed in 3rd lesson in the conference room which I think went pretty well. Using two cameras we managed to get all the filming done in an hour. We did have a couple of issues with the camera as it was quite blurry at times and one of the cameras wasn't charged so we had to film with the production with the charger plugged in which made it quite difficult to film some places were the cable wouldn't reach, this wasn't a huge problem though as obviously we were still able to film.
When we returned to E1 to put the footage on a computer, we out the footage on the computer and discovered when we were watching them that when we were filming either myself or Charlie had pressed stop instead of play which meant that we filmed us discussing what to do and where to film next instead of the actual clips that we wanted. Luckily enough, the usable footage we did get went well together and Charlie made it work by adding some effects and changing the story a little bit.
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Preliminary Task- Camera Skills
What are the benefits of using a tripod and shooting multi-camera?
When filming a production the best thing to do would be to film with a tripod and more than 1 camera. When using a tripod it allows the shots to be still and steady which will look at lot better. However this depends on the effect you want to give- if your filming something and want to have an sense of unease or like a chase scene using a hand held can have a good effect.
Another good thing to do is shooting with more than one camera. By using more than one camera it means being able to record shots simultaneously for a faster turnover of all shots required in a scene and a sequence.Using two or more cameras is primarily used in talk shows, news programs, and other live programs that are set-up in a studio or any other controlled location. Yet, it can also be used in TV dramas and films set in varying locations, especially those that find it more practical to shoot certain shots in different angles and shot distances without having to frequently repeat the entire set-up.
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Preliminary Task - Our Idea
For the preliminary task we have to make a 1 minute long scene of a conversation between two people also highlighting the 180 degree rule. I am working with Charlie Sharp for the task. The Pre-Production deadline is 18th November, Production Window is 19th November- 26th November, the Post Production is 27th November- 12th December and then Presentation day is 13th December.
During the pre production lesson I hope to learn better skills in making the script, storyboard, production schedule and shot list. also i would hope learn how to use the camera better and maybe learn more about different roles in making a production.
My role in the production the director. Our narrative for the production is a recently deceased husband trying to talk and comfort his clearly upset wife which leads to him figuring out that he is in fact dead.
During the pre production lesson I hope to learn better skills in making the script, storyboard, production schedule and shot list. also i would hope learn how to use the camera better and maybe learn more about different roles in making a production.
My role in the production the director. Our narrative for the production is a recently deceased husband trying to talk and comfort his clearly upset wife which leads to him figuring out that he is in fact dead.
Friday, November 4, 2011
Research- Camera Operator (Production Role)
The camera operator uses motion picture camera to film movies, television programmes and television adverts. They are also responsible for physically operating the camera and maintaining the composition and camera angles throughout the filming of each shot/scene of the production. When it comes to filming there are different types of camera operators-
Sometimes the camera operators aren't just behind the camera, there are times when filing big productions like movies that have big cranes shots therefore the camera operator will sit on cranes and follow the action while crane operators move them into position.
Also there are people called "Steadicam Operators", who mount a harness and carry the camera on their shoulders to provide a clear picture while they move about the action.
There are also roles like "assistant camera operators". These people are mainly responsible for jobs like focus pulling, loading film, and operating the clapper.
Sometimes the camera operators aren't just behind the camera, there are times when filing big productions like movies that have big cranes shots therefore the camera operator will sit on cranes and follow the action while crane operators move them into position.
Also there are people called "Steadicam Operators", who mount a harness and carry the camera on their shoulders to provide a clear picture while they move about the action.
There are also roles like "assistant camera operators". These people are mainly responsible for jobs like focus pulling, loading film, and operating the clapper.
The Chase Task
Our first A Level task was to create a "chase" scene. In my group there 4 of us, Bea, AJ, Ryan and myself. Bea was directing, AJ and Ryan were actors and editors and I was the camera person.
We all worked very well together as a team and there was no arguments or disagreements about the production. we also made sure all decisions were made as a team to avoid arguments and disagreements. when filing the production it went very well in my opinion, we used the time very well and we even had time to back and re film some shots and add some different ones so in post production we would have a variety and be able to chose which shot looked best.
We all worked very well together as a team and there was no arguments or disagreements about the production. we also made sure all decisions were made as a team to avoid arguments and disagreements. when filing the production it went very well in my opinion, we used the time very well and we even had time to back and re film some shots and add some different ones so in post production we would have a variety and be able to chose which shot looked best.
my role in in the production was the camera operator. part of the role is to team with the director, Bea and decide on which camera shots to use for which parts. it is also part of my job to make sure the shot looks good and would work when it comes to post production. In post production while the scene was being edited together Bea and I made a PowerPoint on how we made the production adding everything we did in pre production, during production and post production including things that went wrong and how well we thought the production went.
The Production:
Our Presentation:
Our presentation:
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