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Introduction to camera composition part 2

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Shallow focus: Shallow focus is a technique that involves using a narrow depth of field to keep only a small portion of the image in focus, while the rest is blurred. This can create a sense of intimacy with the subject or draw the viewer's attention to a specific detail within the frame. Shallow focus is often used in close-ups and portraits to create a sense of intimacy or to emphasize the subject's emotions or thoughts. Deep focus: Deep focus is a technique that involves keeping the entire image in focus, from the foreground to the background. This can create a sense of depth and realism within the frame, and allows the viewer to take in all the details within the scene. Deep focus is often used in wide shots and establishing shots to show the setting and environment of the scene. Shapes shot: A shapes shot is a technique that involves using the shapes and forms within the frame to create a visual pattern or design. This can create a sense of visual harmony or tension within...

Introduction to Storyboarding Camera composition part 1

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  Camera composition refers to the way a scene is framed and presented to the audience through the camera lens. It involves the placement of the camera in relation to the subject and the arrangement of visual elements within the frame to create a specific effect or convey a certain message. Camera composition is a crucial aspect of filmmaking, as it can affect how the audience perceives the story, characters, and setting. A well-composed shot can draw the viewer's attention to specific details, convey emotions or themes, and enhance the overall storytelling.

Introduction to storyboarding Camera framing

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  Camera framing refers to how a shot is composed and framed within the frame of the camera. It is the process of deciding what to include and exclude from the image, and how to arrange the visual elements within the frame to create a specific effect or convey a certain message. Camera framing is an essential element of filmmaking, as it can influence how the audience perceives the story, characters, and setting. Proper framing can create a sense of intimacy or distance, emphasize certain emotions or themes, and enhance the overall storytelling.

Preliminary Exercise Camera Movement Video Blog post

  The purpose of this assignment was to use 6 camera movement techniques in videos. Camera movement is  f ilmmaking technique that describes how a camera moves about to help enhance a story. Each member of our group had different responsibilities. I was the director I set up the shots for each video we recorded. The person recording was Mekhi T he was recording using a iPhone 13 to record the video. Shadlin M and Nycholas L were the actors for some of the videos we took. The camera technique that was the least complicated for us was the tilt shot. When using it was simple to show the setting we wanted to show. The hardest technique we did was the random movement shot. It was difficult because the phone was stabilizing the video with its features. Working with my group mates were fun we got the shots we needed and worked together to make them come out as we like. The technology we used was the iPhone 13 it has : Dual 12MP camera system: Main and Ultra Wide cameras. Main: ƒ/1.6 ...

Preliminary Exercise Camera Movement Storyboard

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 The objective of this storyboard is to help us learn camera movements and how to use them for our 2-minute film. Camera movement is movement in film. We learned about many different camera movements. Examples are Tilt, Static, Tracking, and Random. We also use framing, shot sizes, and camera angles in the storyboard. First, we pick a camera movement and action line then identify the size, framing, and angle of the shot. Doing this assignment help more learn to properly create a storyboard and helped me effectively learn how to do difference camera movements that will help very much with our 2-minute film.   

Preliminary Exercise:Sound directors in Film

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  1.   Christopher Boyes   Based at Skywalker Sound, Christopher Boyes is a sound designer and re-recording mixer with an impressive track record. He has won four Academy Awards and received nine nominations, having worked on over 70 films since 1991, including renowned titles such as Minority Report, Lilo and Stitch, Jurassic Park, and The Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring, and its sequels. Mr. Boyes has extensive experience in field recording all over the world, and in addition to his work on feature films, he has created specialized sound effects for a range of applications, such as high-end commercials and radio tags for European radio s tations. Moreover, he has also designed audio outboard gear applications, including reverb processing devices 2. Gary Rydstrom is a film director and sound designer.  For Pixar Animation Studios, he directed two shorts: the Oscar-nominated Lifted, and Toy Story Toons: Hawaiian Vacation.  For Disney and Studio Ghibli...

Preliminary Exercise: What is editing in film.

 The act of choosing, organizing, and modifying video to produce a compelling and coherent story is known as film editing. In order to successfully and fluidly portray the intended story, mood, and emotions, many images and scenes must be combined. Since it can greatly affect the overall quality and efficacy of the finished result, editing is a crucial step in the filmmaking process. The pace of a movie can be accelerated, suspense can be increased, and viewers' emotions can be evoked. The impact of the movie might be diminished by shoddy editing, which can cause confusion, disorientation, or disinterest. To produce the desired result, the editor closely collaborates with the director and other members of the production crew.

Preliminary Exercise Camera movement organizer

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  Camera movement is   a   filmmaking  technique that causes a change in frame or perspective through the movement of the camera. Camera movement is important in film because it helps add different elements into a film. An example is to emphasize on specific subjects. It can also be used to add suspense to a scene.   A famous film director is Kira Kelly she is known for her exceptional storytelling through images. She has worked on movies such as 13th, mariachi gringo, and were the world mine   Another popular film director is Bradford young.   he is known for a collection of movies one is which have nominated him for an academy award he is known for works such as Pariah, Solo: A Star Wars story, and Arrival. Camera movements I knew before these lessons are Zoom in and whip pan. I have seen both of these movements in films that I have watched. I recognized zoom in from the scenes that start out then the subject becomes closer to the scene. To reco...