I've been browsing around the internet for ideas that might work with the gym I am involved in for my client project, and the one that has caught my eye the most is one for a gym in loughborough.
The things I like about the video are that it advertises all aspects of fitness, therefore appealing to a wider audience. The cuts are easy to follow and not too quick. The only thing I am not too keen on is the video effect that is used throughout the piece as sometimes it made the image a little difficult to see, but other than that I felt the piece was very affective and it gave me some ideas of what I could create for my video!
Wednesday, 3 November 2010
Tuesday, 26 October 2010
Piracy Simulated Project LOW QUALITY
Had to upload in low quality as my connection is really under par.... whenever i try to upload the 100mb fail it just fails on me!
Monday, 25 October 2010
Piracy simulated project COMPLETE!
My 30 second piracy advert is finally finished! I am quite happy with how the final advert has turned out.
I began the editing by really playing with the audio, recording an ambient white noise track and cranking up the levels on this to distort the audio quality. I added a de-noiser and upped the threshold, turning the actual noise reduction UP so it resulted in a very up and down audio level throughout, (working to the dodgey sound archetype of pirate videos)
The most problematic part of my project I found was the actual filming! I wanted really low resolution footage to make the video seem as though it has actually been pirated, so this required me to film on my camera phone! I began by filming on my iphone but the camera quality of this phone is actually quite good, so I got out one of my old Nokias and shot the footage on that phone! This meant my actor had to learn his lines to say in one take, not a major issue due to the short nature of the clip but had the project been of a larger scale, then this could well have been a problem! I was originally going to include more facts and statistics at the end of the video, but i think the 75,000 jobs line works well against the fact that the dodgey dealer is talking about running his successful business!
I will post the video as soon as it is done uploading to youtube!
I began the editing by really playing with the audio, recording an ambient white noise track and cranking up the levels on this to distort the audio quality. I added a de-noiser and upped the threshold, turning the actual noise reduction UP so it resulted in a very up and down audio level throughout, (working to the dodgey sound archetype of pirate videos)
The most problematic part of my project I found was the actual filming! I wanted really low resolution footage to make the video seem as though it has actually been pirated, so this required me to film on my camera phone! I began by filming on my iphone but the camera quality of this phone is actually quite good, so I got out one of my old Nokias and shot the footage on that phone! This meant my actor had to learn his lines to say in one take, not a major issue due to the short nature of the clip but had the project been of a larger scale, then this could well have been a problem! I was originally going to include more facts and statistics at the end of the video, but i think the 75,000 jobs line works well against the fact that the dodgey dealer is talking about running his successful business!
I will post the video as soon as it is done uploading to youtube!
Thursday, 21 October 2010
I'm BACK! RESEARCH METHODS!
First post in a while, didn't actually realise we had to fill this in anymore for the 3rd year but I guess it makes for interesting reflection on projects etc. so i'm going to kick off this years blog with a post on RESEARCH METHODS i could use!
After reading into different methodologies, there appears to be 3 different types of research that I could be using.
Causal Research is a basic experiment if you like. It is basically giving a subject a stimulus and seeing what the outcome is. In relation to my project, this could well be measuring the heart rate of someone running with a 'motivational' piece of music playing against someone who is running with no music and noting down the difference.
Descriptive Research is research to establish what already exists. This is interesting and nessacary for me to do with my project. This might mean taking a survey or a poll to see how many people actually listen to music whilst running. I think this research is mainly for gathering information, instead of actually testing!
Relational Research is an interesting one. This method looks at the differences between two or more variables, as opposed to the Causal research which just focuses on one. This might apply to me if I run an experiment comparing a trained runner to an untrained runner using synchronous music or asynchronous music to improve their time. It's all interesting stuff and I am sure to refer to this in my research document!
After reading into different methodologies, there appears to be 3 different types of research that I could be using.
Causal Research is a basic experiment if you like. It is basically giving a subject a stimulus and seeing what the outcome is. In relation to my project, this could well be measuring the heart rate of someone running with a 'motivational' piece of music playing against someone who is running with no music and noting down the difference.
Descriptive Research is research to establish what already exists. This is interesting and nessacary for me to do with my project. This might mean taking a survey or a poll to see how many people actually listen to music whilst running. I think this research is mainly for gathering information, instead of actually testing!
Relational Research is an interesting one. This method looks at the differences between two or more variables, as opposed to the Causal research which just focuses on one. This might apply to me if I run an experiment comparing a trained runner to an untrained runner using synchronous music or asynchronous music to improve their time. It's all interesting stuff and I am sure to refer to this in my research document!
Friday, 30 April 2010
Nick Broomfield - The quad, Derby
Just got back from a talk with Nick Broomfield in Derby.
It was interesting and inspiring, infact it inspired me to make my own documentary over the summer!
I loved how Nick created his films, his style of documentaries focused on people fascinated me, particularly how in one of the documentarys his film was actually used as evidence in a court case!
WATCH THIS SPACE FOR A DOCUMENTARY IM GOING TO CREATE OVER SUMMER!
It was interesting and inspiring, infact it inspired me to make my own documentary over the summer!
I loved how Nick created his films, his style of documentaries focused on people fascinated me, particularly how in one of the documentarys his film was actually used as evidence in a court case!
WATCH THIS SPACE FOR A DOCUMENTARY IM GOING TO CREATE OVER SUMMER!
Wednesday, 21 April 2010
Portfolio DVD... a speculation!
My DVD authoring expertise goes as far as using Nero Startsmart and burning a video disk, so this project should be interesting for me!
I have found a tutorial on Video Co-pilot I could use, meaning I need to get to grips with Adobe Encore having never used it before! (http://www.videocopilot.net/tutorials/dvd_authoring/)
In regards to the actual content of the DVD, I was thinking of having seperate buttons that lead to small snippets of my work this year, accompanied by a commentary of myself explaining the piece. This idea came about after a conversation with one of my lecturers saying that the assessors normally only watch DVDs submitted to them for about 2 minutes, so it will need to be short but very sweet to make a big impact!
I have found a tutorial on Video Co-pilot I could use, meaning I need to get to grips with Adobe Encore having never used it before! (http://www.videocopilot.net/tutorials/dvd_authoring/)
In regards to the actual content of the DVD, I was thinking of having seperate buttons that lead to small snippets of my work this year, accompanied by a commentary of myself explaining the piece. This idea came about after a conversation with one of my lecturers saying that the assessors normally only watch DVDs submitted to them for about 2 minutes, so it will need to be short but very sweet to make a big impact!
Thursday, 15 April 2010
RESEARCH PROJECT SOURCES
I have managed to source 20 bed and breakfasts in the UK which have their own websites. The interesting thing about these companies is that they all have pictures and descriptions on their website but none of them have video, which will allow the audience a greater look into the accomodation which they could potentially be booking.
More than half of the UKs internet users book their holidays online(Nielsen/NetRatings ), so there is a potential business plan in creaitng videos for the companies!
More than half of the UKs internet users book their holidays online(Nielsen/NetRatings ), so there is a potential business plan in creaitng videos for the companies!
Tuesday, 23 March 2010
Research Project
After completing my essay and individual evaluation for the documentary, it's time to begin thinking about my mini research project.
As I am interested in producing promotional travel videos for my 3rd year client project, it will be beneficial to me to use this mini research project to 'test the water' and find out exactly what small businesses are looking for in a video.
My first artefact will involve e-mailing a number of businesses who don't have videos on their website, and gathering their opinions on other businesses that do have videos. I will ask them why they don't have videos and find out what's preventing them from adding a youtube link to their website. After this I could find out what sort of fee the would expect to pay for a video, although I will have to make it clear on the e-mail that I am in no way trying to make a sale to them, as this may deter them from answering the questionnaire.
As I am interested in producing promotional travel videos for my 3rd year client project, it will be beneficial to me to use this mini research project to 'test the water' and find out exactly what small businesses are looking for in a video.
My first artefact will involve e-mailing a number of businesses who don't have videos on their website, and gathering their opinions on other businesses that do have videos. I will ask them why they don't have videos and find out what's preventing them from adding a youtube link to their website. After this I could find out what sort of fee the would expect to pay for a video, although I will have to make it clear on the e-mail that I am in no way trying to make a sale to them, as this may deter them from answering the questionnaire.
Tuesday, 9 March 2010
CLIENT PROJECT INTERESTS
Today, Deborah asked us to think about some possible ideas for a 3rd year project and we were given a list of things to think about that I guess could all be used as potential projects. After reflecting on each one, I have some ideas! Company that interests me Well i suppose you could call it a company, but I mentioned in the essay possibly working for my uncle and producing a travel video for his guest house in my 3rd year. He currently hosts a website but it has no video on it, and after carrying out research I found that people who shop for holidays on the internet are much more likely to book if they have a video to watch! Aside from this, I could work with the owner of Long Eaton Gym in producing a promotional video for him that advertises his services and facilities.
Competitions that interest me I am travelling to birmingham on May 22nd to watch the UK Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation finals at the Bodypower expo (http://www.bodypowerexpo.co.uk/) There are alot of famous bodybuilders that regular these competitions along with some of the worlds strongest man finalists who are attending for a meet and greet session. This could be a great opportunity to practice some interviews, a possible problem with this idea though would be gaining rights to film at the NEC, and i imagine this would be troublesome!
Community Project
I played for the Nottingham Caesars youth american football team for 3 years, so it would be great to give something back to the club and possibly create match report videos on each of their games. American Football is still a niche sport in Britain, so creating quality videos and raising awareness about such a hard-working and successful team can only be seen as a positive thing. This also has a flip-side however, being such a niche sport means there are only around 10 teams in the whole country, so alot of travelling to locations will be required. I remember my first game with the youth squad was in Teesside, so booking equipment for the right window of time is essential if i am to take part in this project!
Competitions that interest me I am travelling to birmingham on May 22nd to watch the UK Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation finals at the Bodypower expo (http://www.bodypowerexpo.co.uk/) There are alot of famous bodybuilders that regular these competitions along with some of the worlds strongest man finalists who are attending for a meet and greet session. This could be a great opportunity to practice some interviews, a possible problem with this idea though would be gaining rights to film at the NEC, and i imagine this would be troublesome!
Community Project
I played for the Nottingham Caesars youth american football team for 3 years, so it would be great to give something back to the club and possibly create match report videos on each of their games. American Football is still a niche sport in Britain, so creating quality videos and raising awareness about such a hard-working and successful team can only be seen as a positive thing. This also has a flip-side however, being such a niche sport means there are only around 10 teams in the whole country, so alot of travelling to locations will be required. I remember my first game with the youth squad was in Teesside, so booking equipment for the right window of time is essential if i am to take part in this project!
Wednesday, 3 March 2010
DOCUMENTARY UPDATE
We will be showcasing the first draft of our documentary production on Notts County this friday, to commemorate such an occassion I have decided to post some stills of our team in action as everyone worked so hard to get the footage!
Tuesday, 2 March 2010
Started title sequence
After working on my title sequence last night I have decided on a design I am happy with.
The title sequence is mainly in black and white, to reflect the idea of Good and Evil. I have used animated arrows directing the camera between titles. I feel the arrows are relevant to the plot of The Good, The Bad and The Ugly as in some ways they reflect the journey the characters travel on together, almost as if the route is being drawn out on a map.
I intend to add some film burn effects as this is once again stereotypical of the spaghetti-western genre. I would like to add a pistol firing in the composition and possibly a cigar being smoked aswell, both of these are common in Clint Eastwoods characters.
The title sequence is mainly in black and white, to reflect the idea of Good and Evil. I have used animated arrows directing the camera between titles. I feel the arrows are relevant to the plot of The Good, The Bad and The Ugly as in some ways they reflect the journey the characters travel on together, almost as if the route is being drawn out on a map.
I intend to add some film burn effects as this is once again stereotypical of the spaghetti-western genre. I would like to add a pistol firing in the composition and possibly a cigar being smoked aswell, both of these are common in Clint Eastwoods characters.
Wednesday, 24 February 2010
Good Will Hunting
One of my all time favourite films, I watched it again this morning and reminded myself why i love it so much! One of my favourite scenes, Robin Williams just fits this role perfectly!
Tuesday, 23 February 2010
3rd year project
Shooting a travel video for my 3rd year project has been in my head for a while now, I have an uncle who owns a guest house in wales, and another member of the family who owns a villa in majorca.
I could see both these people benefitting from a promotional travel video as a form of advertisement, meaning they are both potential clients from my third year project. Creating these promotional videos will require me to fulfill many roles that would normally be assigned to a small team:
Producer/Cinematographer
(Director if using models?)
Cameraman
Sound
Editing
I think creating a video for one of these destinations would be a perfect opportunity to practice all of the above techniques under the pressure of working with a live client. The lifestyle of travelling suits my personality, and having visited these places a number of times I personally know the selling points of each one!
I could see both these people benefitting from a promotional travel video as a form of advertisement, meaning they are both potential clients from my third year project. Creating these promotional videos will require me to fulfill many roles that would normally be assigned to a small team:
Producer/Cinematographer
(Director if using models?)
Cameraman
Sound
Editing
I think creating a video for one of these destinations would be a perfect opportunity to practice all of the above techniques under the pressure of working with a live client. The lifestyle of travelling suits my personality, and having visited these places a number of times I personally know the selling points of each one!
Tuesday, 16 February 2010
Otters documentary
My voice-over debut!
The task we were given two weeks ago to create a documentary using footage that was given to us through editing is now on youtube, you can check it out at:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tobn-wLy7HE
I selected music and wrote the voice-over for it! I believe the music selection is a big part in any documentary, this is a particular example of how music can take simple footage and give it meaning. ( The otter chasing the fish )
Thanks and enjoy!
The task we were given two weeks ago to create a documentary using footage that was given to us through editing is now on youtube, you can check it out at:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tobn-wLy7HE
I selected music and wrote the voice-over for it! I believe the music selection is a big part in any documentary, this is a particular example of how music can take simple footage and give it meaning. ( The otter chasing the fish )
Thanks and enjoy!
Monday, 15 February 2010
Friday, 5 February 2010
The Good, the bad and the ugly
I have been thinking more about possible ideas for my title sequence project, and after watching The Good, the bad and the ugly, I have come up with some themes and ideas related to the film that i could implement into a title sequence based on this film.
The 'spaghetti western' genre that this film falls into thanks to the directing of Sergio Leone leaves me alot of room for creative scope in a title sequence. Themes that spring to my mind when i watched the film were:
Greed - Tuco and Blondie conning the justice system at the beginning of the film, and still arguing about who takes the cut of money.
Violence - Gunplay features alot in this film, perhaps a few gunshots in the title sequence may be appropriate?
Morality, justiceness - Typical western style wanted posters could feature in the title sequence to set the scene, the civil war going off throughout the main treasure hunt could feature in the film? Perhaps a confederate flag?
The relationship between Tuco and Blondie - The two men, although they both seemingly hate eachother, they still NEED eachother to locate the $200,000. This provides an interesting story and could be represented through the use of actors in the title sequence.
I still have alot to think about regarding this project, but after watching the film i am slightly more confident than before when it comes to actual content i could use in the film!
The 'spaghetti western' genre that this film falls into thanks to the directing of Sergio Leone leaves me alot of room for creative scope in a title sequence. Themes that spring to my mind when i watched the film were:
Greed - Tuco and Blondie conning the justice system at the beginning of the film, and still arguing about who takes the cut of money.
Violence - Gunplay features alot in this film, perhaps a few gunshots in the title sequence may be appropriate?
Morality, justiceness - Typical western style wanted posters could feature in the title sequence to set the scene, the civil war going off throughout the main treasure hunt could feature in the film? Perhaps a confederate flag?
The relationship between Tuco and Blondie - The two men, although they both seemingly hate eachother, they still NEED eachother to locate the $200,000. This provides an interesting story and could be represented through the use of actors in the title sequence.
I still have alot to think about regarding this project, but after watching the film i am slightly more confident than before when it comes to actual content i could use in the film!
Monday, 1 February 2010
Documentary Changes
Our original idea was to document the 'unseen heroes' story of Nottingham County football club, capturing stories from the clubs chaplin, program sellers around the grounds and various food vendors(hot dogs, jacket potato stands).
Our e-mails to the media executive of Notts County were rejected, although we did manage to gain access to the club to film some G.Vs, so all was not lost. We have since changed the angle of our documentary. Our idea is to now follow veteran fans of the club through a typical "match day" routine and capture an insight into their opinions on how the club has changed and where they see the club going in the future. The documentary is going to be a light-hearted portrait into one of the oldest football clubs in britain, and so i will need to reflect this in my sound design, making appropriate decisions on musical timbre etc.
Our e-mails to the media executive of Notts County were rejected, although we did manage to gain access to the club to film some G.Vs, so all was not lost. We have since changed the angle of our documentary. Our idea is to now follow veteran fans of the club through a typical "match day" routine and capture an insight into their opinions on how the club has changed and where they see the club going in the future. The documentary is going to be a light-hearted portrait into one of the oldest football clubs in britain, and so i will need to reflect this in my sound design, making appropriate decisions on musical timbre etc.
Monday, 18 January 2010
The Lion Cub from Harrods
As we are entering a new area of study in the Moving Image course which is related to documentaries, i thought i would share with you an observational documentary i recently watched which was broadcast on Channel 5 called The Lion Cub from Harrods.
The documentary was created using footage captured by a friend of Anthony Bourke and John Rendall, who bought a lion cub from Harrods in the 1960s.
The documentary was interesting in a number of ways, firstly because of the interviews with everyone involved in the lions life, this really gave the audience an insight into what first could be viewed as a controversial issue, it helps personalise the viewing experience. Secondly, the footage captured, as it was amateur footage, really provided a "raw" insight into the lives these two young men were living, which contributed to the emotional climax of the documentary.
The program was informative, but very emotive and entertaining at the same time, it was a totally different take on a stereotypical documentary that one would expect, sterotypical issues such as animal rights took a 'back-seat' and the program focused more on the remarkable relationship between humans and animals.
The beginning of the documentary can be found on youtube at this link : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QubDayYZ4wI
The documentary was created using footage captured by a friend of Anthony Bourke and John Rendall, who bought a lion cub from Harrods in the 1960s.
The documentary was interesting in a number of ways, firstly because of the interviews with everyone involved in the lions life, this really gave the audience an insight into what first could be viewed as a controversial issue, it helps personalise the viewing experience. Secondly, the footage captured, as it was amateur footage, really provided a "raw" insight into the lives these two young men were living, which contributed to the emotional climax of the documentary.
The program was informative, but very emotive and entertaining at the same time, it was a totally different take on a stereotypical documentary that one would expect, sterotypical issues such as animal rights took a 'back-seat' and the program focused more on the remarkable relationship between humans and animals.
The beginning of the documentary can be found on youtube at this link : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QubDayYZ4wI
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