Monday 24th September
Equipment List
3 Cameras - 2 Canon 600D DSLR and 1 Canon 500D DSLR. Multiple cameras allows us to take shots from several different angles of the same sequence.
1 Lumix Camera - For taking still images to document the outing.
4/8Gb SD Cards for the cameras
1 Tripod - Allowing us to get good steady shots when panning or tracking etc.
Umbrella - To keep rain off equipment
This shoot focussed more on camera angles and techniques rather than location, though we did try new locations, this wasn't necessarily the main of the shoot as it was for the first and second. This time, we decided to split into two groups, allowing us to shoot more in the same amount of time. Will and Jack heading one way, Simmone, Lewis and I heading another.
We compiled a list of shots we each wanted to try out and thought about which location would be best suited to each, and then divided up the list between our two groups and then went out to shoot. Before we went out, however, we did have to consider the weather conditions. as it had been all day, we had to ensure that could film in the rain without risking damage to the equipment, this is why we added a large umbrella to the equipment list as we did not want to have to postpone the shoot.
Establishing shots are commonly used in all film, including the New Wave films. It gives the audience an idea of the area they are going to be in during the film. We opted to do this as it links in with our brief, we had to think of a way to gain these establishing shots by finding somewhere high enough to get them. After some thought, we opted for the top of a car park and although this is a direct technique taken from the new wave, the creative thought gone into trying to get them is reflective of how the new wave directors work.
Shot Types:
Establishing Shots
Travelling Shots (e.g. escalator/lift - coming back to the idea of innovative style)
Ghost Ride
Tracking (From Car)
Locations Ideas:
Ropewalk (Roof for establishing shots. Main centre for lift and escalator shots.)
Queens Rd/Stockingford (For car tracking and ghost ride shots)
Simmone, Lewis and I decided upon heading to Ropewalk Shopping Centre to achieve the establishing and travelling shots. (Evaluation of shots in further post)
Health and Safety
As for every shoot, before heading out, we had to consider any health and safety issues that we may come across. As the images below show, one of the immediate things that came to mind was the weather. We had to ensure that crew members had appropriate clothing to stay warm and dry, avoiding any health issues. And also, umbrellas etc to act as a waterproof covering for equipment should it begin to rain, to avoid and damage to the equipment we were using. Another problem we needed to consider was the windy conditions we were filming in, this was especially important to consider on this particular shoot as we were filming from a high location, meaning the wind conditions would be more extreme. This meant we had to take extra care to ensure the equipment was stable, particularly when using the tripods. Keeping a safe distance form the edge of the platform needed to be taken into account, again avoiding damage to equipment and injury to crew members.
As we were in a car park, vehicles needed to be listened and looked out for, though we were on the top and it would more than likely be fairly quiet, we could not afford to let our guard down, otherwise accidents could be caused.
As the area was in a local place, we were all fairly familiar with it, however we still needn't to maintain our attention to surroundings, i.e. unsanitary objects/broken glass on the floor or any potential criminals/gangs etc that could cause problems.
When it came it shooting for the tracking shots from inside the car there were a number of concerns. Of course the first thing that must be considered is the safety of the car, ensuring that is in full working order and therefore safe to go out in, secondly ensuring the driver is insured etc. On top of this we would have to ensure all crew members were wearing seat belts, including when using the camera. The driver must be focussed on driving, more so if driving along a busy street, rather than worrying about the footage that is being shot.
As it is likely the window would need to open to avoid reflection when filming, it is mandatory to ensure any equipment is safely stored or secured to avoid any accidental damage.
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