Breaking the 180 degree rule/ shooting in the round
Monday, 19 October 2015
180 degree rule.
In film making, the 180-degree rule is a basic guideline regarding the on-screen spatial relationship between a character and another character or object within a scene. An imaginary line called the axis connects the characters, and by keeping the camera on one side of this axis for every shot in the scene, the first character is always frame right of the second character, who is then always frame left of the first. The camera passing over the axis is called jumping the line or crossing the line
Wednesday, 7 October 2015
Editing
Editing
Transition of image and sound is The process or a period of changing from one state or condition to another.
Editing is important as it will improve the overall quality of the project, making it more enjoyable to the viewer as it has better quality graphics and transitions. Editing allows the creator to make the project the best it can be and take out any parts they are not satisfied with.
Shot reverse shot (or shot/counter shot) is a film technique where one character is shown looking at another character (often off-screen), and then the other character is shown looking back at the first character. Since the characters are shown facing in opposite directions, the viewer assumes that they are looking at each other
An eye line match is a film editing technique associated with the continuity editing system. It is based on the premise that the audience will want to see what the character on-screen is seeing. The eye line match begins with a character looking at something off-screen, followed by a cut to the object or person at which he is looking. For example, a man is looking off-screen to his left, and then the film cuts to a television that he is watching
A match cut, also called a graphic match , is a cut in film editing between either two different objects, two different spaces, or two different compositions in which objects in the two shots graphically match, often helping to establish a strong continuity of action and linking the two shots metaphorically
A jump cut is a cut in film editing in which two sequential shots of the same subject are taken from camera positions that vary only slightly. This type of edit gives the effect of jumping forwards in time.
Cross-cutting is an editing technique most often used in films to establish action occurring at the same time in two different locations. In a cross-cut, the camera will cut away from one action to another action, which can suggest the simultaneity of these two actions but this is not always the case.
Parallel editing (cross cutting) is the technique of alternating two or more scenes that often happen simultaneously but in different locations. If the scenes are simultaneous, they occasionally culminate in a single place, where the relevant parties confront each other.
In film and video, a cutaway shot is the interruption of a continuously filmed action by inserting a view of something else. It is usually, although not always, followed by a cut back to the first shot, when the cutaway avoids a jump cut
In film, an insert is a shot of part of a scene as filmed from a different angle and/or focal length from the master shot. Inserts cover action already covered in the master shot, but emphasize a different aspect of that action due to the different framing. An insert differs from a cutaway as cutaways cover action not covered in the master shot.
In the post-production process of film editing and video editing, a dissolve is a gradual transition from one image to another. The terms fade-out and fade-in are used to describe a transition to and from a blank image. This is in contrast to a cut where there is no such transition. A dissolve overlaps two shots for the duration of the effect, usually at the end of one scene and the beginning of the next, but may be used in montage sequences also. Generally, but not always, the use of a dissolve is held to indicate that a period of time has passed between the two scenes.
A fade occurs when the picture gradually turns to a single colour, usually black, or when a picture gradually appears on screen. Fade ins generally occur at the beginning of a film or act, while fade outs are typically found at the end of a film
A wipe involves one shot replacing another, travelling from one side of the frame to another. Think of a vertical line passing from the right side of the frame to the left. On the left side of this line, we have shot A, and on the right side of this line is shot B. When this line reaches the left edge of the frame, shot B will completely fill the scene, and the transition is complete.
Superimposition is the placement of an image or video on top of an already-existing image or video, usually to add to the overall image effect, but also sometimes to conceal something
Long take or oner is an uninterrupted shot in a film which lasts much longer than the conventional editing pace either of the film itself or of films in general, usually lasting several minutes. Long takes are often accomplished through the use of a dolly shot . Long takes of a sequence filmed in one shot without any editing are rare in films.
Slow motion is A film or video technique in which the action is recorded at a faster rate than usual or replayed at a slower rate than usual, thereby slowing the action on the screen.
Expansion of time is When you expand time in a video, you are making the duration of the video sequence longer than real-time.
Post-production, or post-production, is part of the process of film-making, video production and photography. It occurs in the making of motion pictures, television programs, radio programs, advertising, audio recordings, photography, and digital art. It is a term for all stages of production occurring after shooting or recording individual program segments
In film making, visual effects are the processes by which imagery is created and/or manipulated outside the context of a live action shot. Visual effects involve the integration of live-action footage and generated imagery to create environments which look realistic, but would be dangerous, expensive, impractical, or simply impossible to capture on film. Visual effects using computer generated imagery have recently become accessible to the independent film-maker with the introduction of affordable and easy-to-use animation and compositing software.
Transition of image and sound is The process or a period of changing from one state or condition to another.
Editing is important as it will improve the overall quality of the project, making it more enjoyable to the viewer as it has better quality graphics and transitions. Editing allows the creator to make the project the best it can be and take out any parts they are not satisfied with.
Shot reverse shot (or shot/counter shot) is a film technique where one character is shown looking at another character (often off-screen), and then the other character is shown looking back at the first character. Since the characters are shown facing in opposite directions, the viewer assumes that they are looking at each other
An eye line match is a film editing technique associated with the continuity editing system. It is based on the premise that the audience will want to see what the character on-screen is seeing. The eye line match begins with a character looking at something off-screen, followed by a cut to the object or person at which he is looking. For example, a man is looking off-screen to his left, and then the film cuts to a television that he is watching
A match cut, also called a graphic match , is a cut in film editing between either two different objects, two different spaces, or two different compositions in which objects in the two shots graphically match, often helping to establish a strong continuity of action and linking the two shots metaphorically
A jump cut is a cut in film editing in which two sequential shots of the same subject are taken from camera positions that vary only slightly. This type of edit gives the effect of jumping forwards in time.
Cross-cutting is an editing technique most often used in films to establish action occurring at the same time in two different locations. In a cross-cut, the camera will cut away from one action to another action, which can suggest the simultaneity of these two actions but this is not always the case.
Parallel editing (cross cutting) is the technique of alternating two or more scenes that often happen simultaneously but in different locations. If the scenes are simultaneous, they occasionally culminate in a single place, where the relevant parties confront each other.
In film and video, a cutaway shot is the interruption of a continuously filmed action by inserting a view of something else. It is usually, although not always, followed by a cut back to the first shot, when the cutaway avoids a jump cut
In film, an insert is a shot of part of a scene as filmed from a different angle and/or focal length from the master shot. Inserts cover action already covered in the master shot, but emphasize a different aspect of that action due to the different framing. An insert differs from a cutaway as cutaways cover action not covered in the master shot.
In the post-production process of film editing and video editing, a dissolve is a gradual transition from one image to another. The terms fade-out and fade-in are used to describe a transition to and from a blank image. This is in contrast to a cut where there is no such transition. A dissolve overlaps two shots for the duration of the effect, usually at the end of one scene and the beginning of the next, but may be used in montage sequences also. Generally, but not always, the use of a dissolve is held to indicate that a period of time has passed between the two scenes.
A fade occurs when the picture gradually turns to a single colour, usually black, or when a picture gradually appears on screen. Fade ins generally occur at the beginning of a film or act, while fade outs are typically found at the end of a film
A wipe involves one shot replacing another, travelling from one side of the frame to another. Think of a vertical line passing from the right side of the frame to the left. On the left side of this line, we have shot A, and on the right side of this line is shot B. When this line reaches the left edge of the frame, shot B will completely fill the scene, and the transition is complete.
Superimposition is the placement of an image or video on top of an already-existing image or video, usually to add to the overall image effect, but also sometimes to conceal something
Long take or oner is an uninterrupted shot in a film which lasts much longer than the conventional editing pace either of the film itself or of films in general, usually lasting several minutes. Long takes are often accomplished through the use of a dolly shot . Long takes of a sequence filmed in one shot without any editing are rare in films.
Slow motion is A film or video technique in which the action is recorded at a faster rate than usual or replayed at a slower rate than usual, thereby slowing the action on the screen.
Expansion of time is When you expand time in a video, you are making the duration of the video sequence longer than real-time.
Post-production, or post-production, is part of the process of film-making, video production and photography. It occurs in the making of motion pictures, television programs, radio programs, advertising, audio recordings, photography, and digital art. It is a term for all stages of production occurring after shooting or recording individual program segments
In film making, visual effects are the processes by which imagery is created and/or manipulated outside the context of a live action shot. Visual effects involve the integration of live-action footage and generated imagery to create environments which look realistic, but would be dangerous, expensive, impractical, or simply impossible to capture on film. Visual effects using computer generated imagery have recently become accessible to the independent film-maker with the introduction of affordable and easy-to-use animation and compositing software.
Monday, 5 October 2015
Set Design
Production Designer a production designer or P.D is the person responsible for the overall look of a filmed event such as TV program, video game, music video or advertisement. Production designers have a key creative role in the creation of motion pictures and television. Working directly with the director and producer, they must select the settings and style to visually tell the story
Location a place outside of the studio that is used for filming a movie,scene, etc.
Setting the locale or period in which the action of a novel, play, film, etc.
Studio A room, building, or group of buildings where movies, television shows, or radio programs are produced
Set design (also known as scenography, stage design, set design or production design)is the creation of theatrical, as well as film or television scenery.
Costume - dress in a particular set of clothes
Makeup- cosmetics such as lipstick or powder applied to the face, used to enhance or alter the appearance.
Any of the articles other than costumes and scenery used by an actor or performer during a performance on stage or in a film.
Available; this is any source of light that is not specifically provided by the photographer. Usually this is light already supplied naturally.
Artificial; this is light that is usually man made. It is the deliberate application of light, usually to achieve an aesthetic effect.
Key; this is the main source of light that most prominently illuminates the object that is being focused on.
Fill; this is less intense than a key light, it is used in order to reduce the contrast within a scene.
Back; this, is basically illuminating an object from a light source behind the object itself.
Set; this source of lights only function is to illuminate the set.
Practical; this is very alike to available lighting as it is light that is just easily available and generally used.
The colour scheme used in a film in order to express a certain mood or feeling.
Production Designer a production designer or P.D is the person responsible for the overall look of a filmed event such as TV program, video game, music video or advertisement. Production designers have a key creative role in the creation of motion pictures and television. Working directly with the director and producer, they must select the settings and style to visually tell the story
Friday, 11 September 2015
Types of camera angles
A canted angle
A camera angle which is deliberately slanted to one side, sometimes used for dramatic effect to help portray unease. Canted angles are used throughout this clip.
A camera angle which is deliberately slanted to one side, sometimes used for dramatic effect to help portray unease. Canted angles are used throughout this clip.
A low angle shot
a low-angle shot, is a shot from a camera angle positioned low on the vertical axis, anywhere below the eye line, looking up.Psychologically, the effect of the low-angle shot is that it makes the subject look strong and powerful. This can be seen at point 0:10 and 0:17 seconds.
a low-angle shot, is a shot from a camera angle positioned low on the vertical axis, anywhere below the eye line, looking up.Psychologically, the effect of the low-angle shot is that it makes the subject look strong and powerful. This can be seen at point 0:10 and 0:17 seconds.
Movement
Panning is a type of camera movement that involves moving the camera horizontally to the right or left with this you can follow and object or movement. Panning is used in this up until the point of 0:43
Tilting
Tilting is a cinematographic technique in which the camera is stationary and rotates in a vertical plane (or tilting plane).
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