Evaluation Activity 7 - Looking back at your preliminary task what do you feel you have learnt in the progression from it to

full product?

EditingOverall through editing the final products were both conveyed to the audience effectively but editing from the preliminary task to the final product was improved greatly. Although the preliminary task was 22 seconds, this allowed us to get a taster of what would be in store for creating the final product. As well as this we collected a lot more footage for the two minute sequence which allowed us to create an effective piece as we were able to be highly selective with what shots were compiled together concluding the filming segment.

Camerawork - Preliminary TaskWhen doing the preliminary task we included a variety of different shots to show we knew how to use the Sony Z1. Although we were able to complete this, due to lack of knowledge of this professional camera some of the shots weren’t level; as well as this there wasn’t a particular story behind it. From doing this task it minimised the chance of mistakes being made in the final production.

Camerawork - The WhistlerWhen filming our final production our group used the Canon 700D as this is the camera I felt most comfortable with being the camera person. Using variety of different shots we were able to connote a meaning through each carefully thought out shot for example, The Whistler’s superiority is established when he is watching Amelia getting up as it connotes an ominous atmosphere to the audience. As well as this it would make the audience fearful for Amelia.

180 Degree RuleWhen filming our preliminary task this was effective practice towards preparing our final production. This is because we would be able to rectify anything that went wrong to ensure we produced the best work possible. One thing that was done well was sticking to the 180 degree rule. Although a variety of shots weren’t used in our preliminary task compared to the final production; when we did film shots were planned which allowed us to practice sticking to the 180 degree rule in order to not break the continuity. Being a part of the editing process I noticed how important it was to keep consistency from shot to shot in order to create a verisimilitude.

What I LearnedFrom doing the preliminary task and final production I have learned how to improve my skills when using a professional camera. By using both the Sony Z1 and the Canon 700D this allowed me to practice using different types of camera. If I were to do this task again I would be more versatile. This is because I would have a better knowledge of the camera equipment and it would be less of a trial and error experience. From being the camera person I have gained knowledge on how to properly frame a shot which is evident from our final production. Although what was produced was of a good quality, time management could also be improved. This is because we filmed over a few consecutive weeks which concluded in less time to edit and upload. If this was done it would allow me to be more creative with shot types.