25th April 2024-????2024(week 1-week 3)
WangShengxiao/0369380
Bachelor of Design(Honours)in Creative Media
Video & Sound Production/Exercise
INSTRUCTIONS
🎬WEEK 1
In the first week, we learned the basics of Adobe Premiere Pro. Our exercise was to sort through the video clips provided, making sure they were in the right order. The first set of clips are mints commercials, and they're already numbered sequentially, so we just have to line them up by number. The second set of clips are Doritos commercials, but they are not numbered, so we need to watch the clips to determine the correct order.
EXERCISE 1
"Mints" - final edited video
EXERCISE 2
"Doritos" - final edited video
🎬WEEK 2
Shot Size
The shot size determines how large the area that’s visible within the frame.
- Wide Shot
- Medium Shot
- Medium Close Up Shot
- Over-shoulder Shot
- Extreme Wide Shot
- Medium Wide Shot
- Close-up Shot
- Extreme Close-up Shot
1. Wide Shot : Also known as a long shot, this shot captures the subject or scene from a distance, showing the full extent of the surroundings. It's often used to establish location or context.
2. Medium Shot : This shot frames the subject from the waist up, providing a closer view than a wide shot but still showing some of the surrounding environment. It's commonly used for conversations or to focus on characters' actions.
3. Medium Close-Up Shot : In this shot, the subject is framed from the chest or shoulders up, emphasizing facial expressions and gestures. It's useful for conveying emotions or reactions.
4. Over-Shoulder Shot : This shot is taken from behind the shoulder of one character, framing another character or object in the foreground. It's often used in dialogue scenes to establish the relationship between characters.
5. Extreme Wide Shot : Similar to a wide shot, but even further away from the subject, often emphasizing the vastness of the surroundings. It's commonly used in landscapes or establishing shots.
6. Medium Wide Shot : This shot is between a wide shot and a medium shot, framing the subject from the knees or waist up. It offers a balance between showing the environment and focusing on the subject.
7. Close-Up Shot : This shot tightly frames the subject, typically from the shoulders or neck up. It's used to highlight specific details or emotions, such as facial expressions or small objects.
8. Extreme Close-Up Shot : In this shot, the subject is framed very tightly, focusing on a small detail or part of the face. It's often used for dramatic effect or to draw attention to significant details.
These different shot types provide filmmakers and photographers with a variety of options for visually conveying information, emotions, and relationships within a scene.
In week 2, we learned about framing with different size shots. Our task
was to shoot 8 different size shots which are:
1. Low angle wide shot
2. Frontal medium close-up
3. Frontal
medium shot
4. Extreme close-up shot
5. Side angle (profile)
medium shot
6. ¾ angling medium close-up shot
7.
Close-up shot
8. Eye-level medium wide shot
Screen Direction:
In filmmaking, screen direction refers to the consistent movement of subjects or objects within the frame. There are two main types:
Dynamic Screen Direction: This involves depicting subject motion in a consistent direction throughout the scene, providing a sense of continuity and flow.
Static Screen Direction: This rule ensures that the camera maintains a horizontal axis and avoids crossing the line of action, which helps prevent viewer disorientation.
180º Degree Rule:
The 180º degree rule is a fundamental guideline in filmmaking that governs the positioning of the camera in relation to the subjects or objects in a scene. It stipulates that the camera should always stay on one side of an imaginary line, known as the "lens line," to maintain consistent spatial relationships between characters and objects. This ensures that viewers can follow the action smoothly without confusion.
Storytelling Structure:
Storytelling often follows a three-act structure, providing a framework for narrative development:
Act One (Exposition): This initial phase introduces the audience to the story's setting, characters, and central conflict, setting the stage for the events to come.
Act Two (Rising Action): As the story progresses, conflicts escalate, and characters face increasingly difficult challenges. New obstacles arise, testing the characters' resolve and pushing the narrative forward.
Act Three (Climax and Resolution): The story reaches its peak in the third act, where tensions culminate in a climactic moment. This leads to the resolution of the central conflict, providing closure for the audience and concluding the narrative arc.
By adhering to these storytelling principles, filmmakers can engage viewers and guide them through a compelling narrative journey.
Share three of my favorite stop motion animations
This is my favorite stop-motion animation studio on the Internet, "Red Beard Daddy Stop-Motion Workshop"，What they are best at is using wool felt made of wool to make props for stop-motion animation.
1. This stop-motion animation is named Morning Check. The style is simple and the colors are fresh, making people feel relaxed and happy.
2. This stop-motion animation is called Time. The emotion the author wants to express is "Company is the most perfect gift." The background of its creation is Women's Day.
3. This animation is called New Year’s Eve Dinner, New Year’s Eve dinner is the most important reunion dinner for Chinese people, it is an important part of Chinese traditional culture.This animation promotes China’s traditional culture through traditional Chinese festivals
EXERCISE 3
During the shooting process, I met many difficulties. First, I only took pictures instead of videos because I did not hear the requirements clearly. Later, my partner and I took pictures for the second time, but when I was preparing to edit, I found that a video Angle was missing, and I was not satisfied with the light of the video. The camera was blurry, so I did an emergency third take.
EXERCISE 4
The task was to edit and score Larin's video clips in order.
We put the clips together in the correct order after trimming them.
- Which part is act 1, act 2, act 3 respectively? Describe each act with ONE paragraph only.
Act 1: Lalin went to school in Thailand and there was a lot of attention on her because she was famous on the Internet. But she was constantly bullied at school because of her looks, so she decided to live in a different country - studying in Japan.
Act 2: She then met graphic novelist Nut online, and they had a great chat about their lives online, but things turned around when Nut wanted to meet Lalin in person.
Act 3: Nut travels all the way to Lalin's city to meet with Lalin, but Lalin is not ready, so their meeting is not successful. But before he left, Nut left the painting he had made for Lalin on his seat, so Lalin was so moved when she saw it that she decided to take off her mask and face her true self and the real world.
Inciting Incident:
The pivotal moment in the movie occurs when Nut unexpectedly appears in Lalin's city, sparking a sense of fear and unease within her. This event disrupts Lalin's sense of safety and prompts her to confront the unfolding situation.
Midpoint Scene:
At the midpoint of the film, Lalin engages in a heated argument with Nut, revealing her inner conflict and frustration. Despite feeling scared and unsure, Lalin finds the courage to assert herself, demanding that Nut leave her city.
Climax Scene:
The climax of the story occurs when Lalin comes face to face with a picture of Nut, prompting her to make a bold decision. With determination, she removes her mask, symbolizing her willingness to confront the truth head-on as she embarks on a pursuit to find Nut.
Theme of the Movie:
At its core, the film explores the theme of self-acceptance and personal growth. Through Lalin's journey, viewers are encouraged to confront their own fears and flaws, embracing their true selves with courage and resilience. The story underscores the notion that true strength comes from within, emphasizing the importance of self-discovery and empowerment.
Reflection
During this time, we learned how to use Adobe Premiere Pro, gaining a preliminary understanding of its basic operations and panel content. We edited various videos and movie clips provided by our teachers, performing operations such as dubbing and adding soundtracks, which deepened our proficiency with PR.
In recent weeks, I have enhanced my skills in video editing, storytelling, and scriptwriting. I explored essential features of Adobe Premiere Pro, such as cutting, trimming, and applying transitions, which are key to creating smooth and professional video content. I also studied lens language and lens size, gaining insight into how different shots and angles convey specific emotions and narratives, aligning with the director's vision.
Additionally, I delved into the three-act story structure—a fundamental framework in film and literature—comprising the beginning, confrontation, and ending. This structure helps establish characters, build conflict, and provide resolution, enhancing my appreciation of narrative flow in films. Furthermore, I explored scriptwriting, which involves creating dialogue, setting scenes, and developing plots, emphasizing the importance of planning and detail in storytelling. These experiences have deepened my understanding of the elements that contribute to compelling narratives in visual media.
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