After school Jack comes over to my house (Sonia has prior engagements and is getting final props such as Angel and Devil costumes. Matt has got prior engagements) for a camera masterclass. As we are using professional cameras, knowing the different elements of the camera and lighting and audio equipment will help in the film making process.
We learn about the shutter speed and how it can create a ghosting effect which we plan to use in the title sequence. Gain is another element we learnt about, along with lighting a shot.
Lighting:
1) Have a back light. Highlight something in the back of the shot to create depth. The back light can also be used to create a sort of ‘halo’ effect, or a white lining to the rim of the subject.
2) Have a side light (to light the subject).
3) A light lined diagonal to the subject (but out of frame) could create a ‘kiss’ on the side of the subject’s face, which creates depth.
4) Close the barn doors on the redheads slightly to create shape in the light and to soften the intensity of it.
5) Play with shadows. Create shapes in the picture with shadows and the light. Don’t be afraid to make the dark areas dark and the light areas light (but don’t over expose).
WARNING:
1) when turning on the redheads, make sure no one is looking in the direction of them as the light is strong.
2) DO NOT TOUCH THE BARN DOORS WHEN THE LIGHT IS ON OR IMMEDIATELY AFTER IT HAS BEEN TURNED OFF
Audio:
When using the boom mic, point the tip of the mic toward the speaker as it will get better sound (don’t just hold it).
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