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Commenting on Students’ Shots

I chose to comment on Chris’ and Lia’s storyboard shots. They both had very different shots which helped me see the variety of ways to film. I commented on Chris’ blog,  “Nice job on all your shots, Chris! My top favorite shots were definitely the flash shot, the head-on shot, the eye-level shot, and the freezeframe. The flash shot truly caught me off guard because I was not expecting it, which is the purpose of a shot like that. Good choice. The eye-level shot was a pretty good example. It was good to record at Sergio's view to portray an eye-level shot. The next shot I thought was great was the head-on shot. Punching the camera is a perfect way to feel as if the shot was real in person, since it comes directly towards the viewer. The last shot I liked was the freezeframe shot. The way you recorded around Kenneth acting frozen made it seem more real as if he was actually frozen.” I commented on Lia’s blog; “Good job, Lia. The best shots you chose to do were cameo, establi...

Week 2: Storyboard Shots

Cameo Shot: A shot in which the subject is filmed against a neutral background. Head-on Shot: A shot where the action comes directly at the camera. Dolly Shot: A moving shot accomplished by moving the camera as if on a set of tracks. Follow Shot: The camera follows the subject. Cutaway Shot: A shot that briefly leaves the main action to show an audience member's reaction. High Angle Shot: A shot filmed from high above the subject. Close Shot: A shot which shows the subject from the top of the head to mid-waist. Establishing Shot: A shot that shows the location and mood. Close-up: A shot up close of an isolated subject or object. Flash: A very brief shot, often for shock effect. Long Shot: A shot from a distance of a location.  Freezeframe: A shot where the subject freezes.

Why Did I Take This Class?

I have always been interested in video production. From storyboards and camera angles to editing final products, everything has intrigued me. My backup option for a career would involve something with video making or producing. I began to love this type of subject a few years ago when I started taking TV Production 1. I am very excited to begin!