Experimenting With Shots Whilst Filming

Here are a couple of video's which encounter the different shots I tested, This was a great way to make sure that I followed key things such as framing, lighting, focus etc.

It also allowed me to experiment with shots that I realised did not come out effectively how I visualised for example the blurry shot, whilst testing this out I realised it did not capture the same essences as I wanted. This was a great way for me to realise that everything I may have expected will workout in fact did not. Which is why experimenting with shots was a great way for me to see if different shots would work out for my video, if not then it allowed me to brainstorm new ideas, or in fact just change the position of the camera in order to capture an effective shot.

Checking the camera focus and framing

Experimenting with blurry shots

Testing zooming and shot angles

Last Day Of Filming

The images below are just from the process of filming the music video

On Set of Filming/ Behind the Scenes

My first day of filming was very successful to say the least, I captured a great range of close ups, mid shots and long shots. I felt Chisara did a great job of the protagonist role, portraying Lana Del Rey.

Down below is a few pictures on set of filming

           These Images were test shots

From these images, was just an example of how before I started to film I was testing the camera. I took several images to make sure the camera was in the right setting, and had the right focus. I also wanted to test out the rule of 4,  making sure the framing was well; also it was vital for me to stand behind the sun light. This allowed me to get sharp lighting which enhanced my filming, and it also meant the sunlight did not effect my lighting whilst filming.

This was one of the photo's which was taken during testing the camera

I realised my camera which I shot with enabled me to get great footage, as it enhanced the picture with its quality, which was effective especially because through my filming I have many close up shots, which came out nicely with the camera I used.

The camera I used to film is a Canon 600D 18-135mm

This image on the left shows myself and Chisara looking back at the footage to make sure it was done properly.

The image on the right shows me exploring a long shot, to make sure I was able to capture it effectively.

The image of the left, is of me checking my storyboard to make sure I am on the right path.

The image on the right, is another shot which captures me exploring another shot of Chisara.

The first day of my filming process was very effective, with a positive outlook which made the whole experience, very enjoyable and rewarding.

As you can see Chisara had a great time, making the whole experience in the cold worthwhile.

Influences During My Filming Process

On set of filming from Kayla Stewart

At the above is a powerpoint I embed on 'Slideshare' which talks about the influence's I had regarding costume and make up whilst filming.

This was an effective way to analysis the forms and conventions I used in my video which are seen in the genre of 'Indie' and overall in order to sell the image of the artist Lana Del Rey.