Cheers,
Mark
Wednesday, 27 February 2013
Friday, 22 February 2013
Vimeo Weekend Project
Note: This is not me...message sent from vimeo staff
"Hello, my creative confidantes!
For this Weekend Challenge we're going to focus on using POV shots as artistic tools. Head over to the post to see all of the .gif glory: vimeo.com/videoschool/lesson/356/weekend-challenge-a-unique-point-of-view
vimeo.com/55061232
The Rules:
+ Make a narrative video using at least three POV shots from three different perspectives.
+ Keep your video under 3 minutes.
+ If you add music, use a song you've created or something from the Vimeo Music Store: vimeo.com/musicstore
+ Upload and post your video to the Weekend Project Group by Tuesday, February 26th at 11:59 PM (EST) : vimeo.com/groups/weekendproject
"Hello, my creative confidantes!
For this Weekend Challenge we're going to focus on using POV shots as artistic tools. Head over to the post to see all of the .gif glory: vimeo.com/videoschool/lesson/356/weekend-challenge-a-unique-point-of-view
Point of View (POV) is a shooting technique that shows the perspective of a scene from a character or object's position in the setting, whether it's seeing the world through someone's eyes or experiencing the action of orbiting a person as a jumprope, like in this mesmerising video from Callum Cooper:
vimeo.com/55061232
When you're involved in the scene, the act of watching becomes more immersive than if you were watching everything as a bystander. Think up some unique shots that really enhance the story you're trying to tell. For this Challenge, we want you to explore multiple points of view as a shooting technique for a short narrative. You could try storyboarding your idea to help you come up with a shot list.
The Rules:
+ Make a narrative video using at least three POV shots from three different perspectives.
+ Keep your video under 3 minutes.
+ If you add music, use a song you've created or something from the Vimeo Music Store: vimeo.com/musicstore
+ Upload and post your video to the Weekend Project Group by Tuesday, February 26th at 11:59 PM (EST) : vimeo.com/groups/weekendproject
Remember that only videos made specifically for this Challenge will be considered. All videos must be approved by the Vimeo Staff before appearing in the Group, so don't worry if your video doesn't show up at first; we'll get to it!
The winner of this Weekend Challenge will receive a free Vimeo Plus account for one year!
If you're already a Plus member, you'll get another year! The runner-up will receive an extra 3GB of upload space, Plus account or not.
Let's see what you've got!"
Thursday, 21 February 2013
Assignment questions
Hi people...hope your half-term is going well?
I'm getting a number of questions, across a number of blog posts, about the brief/assignment. Subsequently, I've created this post for you to ask any questions that you may have.
Post below...
Sunday, 17 February 2013
Music Films
Raindance just tweeted an article that may be of interest to those of you who are making a music film:
Music Videos as Short Films - http://www.raindance.org/10-music-videoshort-films/
Music Videos as Short Films - http://www.raindance.org/10-music-videoshort-films/
Friday, 15 February 2013
Raindance Resources
On the Raindance website you can find hundreds of articles that are full of very useful hints and tips for filmmakers:
http://www.raindance.org/resources/
No Film School
Useful filmmaking website: http://nofilmschool.com/
"NoFilmSchool is a site for DIY filmmakers and independent creatives. The site focuses on tools and technology relevant to filmmakers, writers, directors, editors, producers, cinematographers, bloggers, designers, and entrepreneurs
Boy and Bicycle
Boy and Bicycle...directed by Ridley Scott and featuring his late brother Tony. This was filmed whilst Ridley was still a student, so it's quite interesting to see this in light of what he has achieved since.
Again, this was selected for the Cinema 16 British Shorts DVD
Je t'aime John Wayne
A short film that pays homage to French New Wave cinema. Available on the Cinema 16 British Shorts DVD
Je t'aime John Wayne (2000)
Je t'aime John Wayne (2000)
CIQ - 15/02/13
Please post your CIQ's, anonymously, below...you can leave questions in your post (makes it easier for me)
1. At what moment in the class this week did you feel most engaged with what was happening?
2. At what moment in the class this week did you feel most distanced from what was happening?
3. What action that anyone (teacher or student) took in class this week did you find most affirming and helpful?
4. What action that anyone (teacher or student) took in class this week did you find the most confusing puzzling?
5. What about the class this week surprised you the most? (This could be something about your own reactions to what went on, or something that someone did, or anything else that occurs to you.)
1. At what moment in the class this week did you feel most engaged with what was happening?
2. At what moment in the class this week did you feel most distanced from what was happening?
3. What action that anyone (teacher or student) took in class this week did you find most affirming and helpful?
4. What action that anyone (teacher or student) took in class this week did you find the most confusing puzzling?
5. What about the class this week surprised you the most? (This could be something about your own reactions to what went on, or something that someone did, or anything else that occurs to you.)
Brief
I've added a few extra dates into your brief - also be sure to look at the criteria for pass, merit, distinction
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/55126728/brief/HND%20Moving%20Image%20%5Bupdate%5D.pdf
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/55126728/brief/HND%20Moving%20Image%20%5Bupdate%5D.pdf
Saturday, 9 February 2013
Next Friday (15/02)
AM - Short Film Season (as part of your research module)...so if you're due to present some, we'll be doing that in the morning.
PM - No formal presentation or task. This will be some time to work on your assignment and ask me any questions that you have.
Friday, 8 February 2013
Music Lesson - the films...
Closer (dir. Mike Nichols, 2004)
Lars and the Real Girl (dir. Craig Gillespie, 2007)
Chasing Amy (dir. Kevin Smith, 1997)
The Secret in Their Eyes (dir. Juan José Campanella, 2009)
No Country for Old Men (dir. Coen Brothers, 2007)
Lars and the Real Girl (dir. Craig Gillespie, 2007)
Chasing Amy (dir. Kevin Smith, 1997)
The Secret in Their Eyes (dir. Juan José Campanella, 2009)
No Country for Old Men (dir. Coen Brothers, 2007)
CIQ - 8/02/13
Please post your CIQ's, anonymously, below...you can leave questions in your post (makes it easier for me)
1. At what moment in the class this week did you feel most engaged with what was happening?
2. At what moment in the class this week did you feel most distanced from what was happening?
3. What action that anyone (teacher or student) took in class this week did you find most affirming and helpful?
4. What action that anyone (teacher or student) took in class this week did you find the most confusing puzzling?
5. What about the class this week surprised you the most? (This could be something about your own reactions to what went on, or something that someone did, or anything else that occurs to you.)
1. At what moment in the class this week did you feel most engaged with what was happening?
2. At what moment in the class this week did you feel most distanced from what was happening?
3. What action that anyone (teacher or student) took in class this week did you find most affirming and helpful?
4. What action that anyone (teacher or student) took in class this week did you find the most confusing puzzling?
5. What about the class this week surprised you the most? (This could be something about your own reactions to what went on, or something that someone did, or anything else that occurs to you.)
Wednesday, 6 February 2013
Vimeo Weekend Project
"Hey Vimeo!
Ok, the rules:
+The director, or the driving creative force, of your video must be a kid. If you want to get technical, by "kid" we mean an individual under the age of 13.
+Keep your video under 3 minutes.
+If you add music, use a song you've created or something from the Vimeo Music Store.
+Upload the video to your account, and add it to the Weekend Project Group by Tuesday, February 12th at 11:59 PM (EST).
This week's Video School Challenge is fun for the whole family — especially the little ones, as we're putting the kids in the director's seat! Your challenge is simple: Help a kid make a video.
Just as a child's imagination is boundless, the possibilites here are endless! You could shoot a script written by a child, animate a drawing by a toddler, or help a little one make a documentary about something she's interested in. There are no rules, except that a kid (or a group of kids) must be the driving creative force behind the project.
So how about some examples to get the creative juices flowing like Capri Sun after a soccer game?
First, watch how Bianca Giaever collaborated with a six year old to make this beautifully surreal piece: vimeo.com/58659769
Next up, one of my favorite kid-creations on the site, made by animator extraordinaire Charles Huettner with drawings and audio from his six year-old niece: vimeo.com/28690063
This next example was a nominee in the documentary category of the 2010 Vimeo Festival and Awards. Mixing non-fiction and fiction elements, Drew Xanthopoulos helps his young friend tell his adventure story while simultaneously painting a portrait of the boy. The result is totally original and really fun: vimeo.com/11576201
Here are a few more tips: Try choosing a topic or character that will pique the little one's interest. If they love stuffed animals, use those as your characters. If they love science, help them make a documentary on something they've learned about. If they like to cook, let them star in their own cooking show, like my nephew Ashton: vimeo.com/48683897
We hope that the process will spark creativity and confidence in the little ones, and that their imaginations will broaden your creative horizons. While you, as a tech-savvy adult, have access to equipment and knowledge of filmmaking (and the literacy level to read over some handy Vimeo Video School lessons for the parts you're fuzzy on!), kids have a different way of viewing the world, and uninhibited imaginations. Remember, they have as much to offer you as you have to offer them!
Ok, the rules:
+The director, or the driving creative force, of your video must be a kid. If you want to get technical, by "kid" we mean an individual under the age of 13.
+Keep your video under 3 minutes.
+If you add music, use a song you've created or something from the Vimeo Music Store.
+Upload the video to your account, and add it to the Weekend Project Group by Tuesday, February 12th at 11:59 PM (EST).
Remember that only videos made specifically for this Challenge will be considered. All videos must be approved by the Vimeo Staff before appearing in the Group, so don't worry if your video doesn't show up at first; we'll get to it!
The winner of this Challenge will receive a free Vimeo Plus account for one year!
If you're already a Plus member, you can gift the Plus account to whomever you choose, or we'll add another year onto your subscription. The runner-up will receive an extra 3GB of upload space, Plus account or not."
Monday, 4 February 2013
Half-term
Over half-term you should start thinking about your productions and working through your production documents/planning. I will speak to you individually on Friday afternoon...
33.2 Be able to devise and pre-produce moving image fiction productions
6.3 Be able to follow appropriate procedures to complete productions for clients
33.2 Be able to devise and pre-produce moving image fiction productions
Devise: subject idea; format; genre; style; audience; intended aim; budget, eg research costs, crew costs, travel, accommodation, subsistence, contingency
Pre-production: roles and responsibilities; proposals; script; shooting script; production schedule; production meeting minutes; call sheets; locations; recce report; risk assessments; health and safety
Logistics: time management; feasibility, deadlines; booking actors; acquiring properties; crewing; studio use; designing sets; building sets
Legal and ethical considerations: clearances and permissions; privacy; consent; release forms; filming in public
6.3 Be able to follow appropriate procedures to complete productions for clients
Pre-production: scripts; schedules; storyboards; call sheets; recce; obtaining permissions (locations, consent forms, copyright material); bookings (equipment, studios, talent); liaison (with client, with outside agencies)
100 Film Festivals
For your research, here are the 100 essential film festivals according to Raindance
http://www.raindance.org/essential-100-film-festivals-part-1/
http://www.raindance.org/essential-100-film-festivals-part-2-2013/
http://www.raindance.org/essential-100-film-festivals-part-3-2013/
http://www.raindance.org/essential-100-film-festivals-part-4-2013/
http://www.raindance.org/essential-100-film-festivals-part-1/
http://www.raindance.org/essential-100-film-festivals-part-2-2013/
http://www.raindance.org/essential-100-film-festivals-part-3-2013/
http://www.raindance.org/essential-100-film-festivals-part-4-2013/
Friday, 1 February 2013
CIQ - 1/02/13
Please post your CIQ's, anonymously, below...you can leave questions in your post [makes it easier for me]
1. At what moment in the class this week did you feel most engaged with what was happening?
2. At what moment in the class this week did you feel most distanced from what was happening?
3. What action that anyone (teacher or student) took in class this week did you find most affirming and helpful?
4. What action that anyone (teacher or student) took in class this week did you find the most confusing puzzling?
5. What about the class this week surprised you the most? (This could be something about your own reactions to what went on, or something that someone did, or anything else that occurs to you.)
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