Sarah updated us on the plans for the location. She contacted the necessary people, who said they would get back to us, but she will keep contacting other possible venues. One of our class mates suggested a barn near by which could also be another option. We have asked for the number to check the availability. I have been unable to reach, as we would like a back up, therefore, I will try again on Monday.
We are going to have a meeting on Monday to discuss the finalised venue and the developments that have been made over the weekend. Sarah has emailed the band with my designs for the logo and outfits for the performance, I will find out if I need to make any improvements then. I am also planning on making a shot list and developments to the narrative I will show the group.
I was able to confirm a couple to do our narrative scenes, and communicated this to both Lucy and Sarah.
Sunday, 16 January 2011
Thursday, 13 January 2011
Designer
- Set design
As the designer, it is important that I am able to brainstorm a number of ideas for the location, ordering of the band, and the design of their performance area. These factors must relate to the song and genre in order to work favourably, as it is representing the band and their image to a large extent.
- Costume
It is the job of the designer to be able to come up with suitable costumes for the band or artist. I need to be able to identify the target audience, and choose outfits which address this audience. They must also be suited to both the song and the location in which the performance is shot.
As the designer, it is important that I am able to brainstorm a number of ideas for the location, ordering of the band, and the design of their performance area. These factors must relate to the song and genre in order to work favourably, as it is representing the band and their image to a large extent.
- Costume
It is the job of the designer to be able to come up with suitable costumes for the band or artist. I need to be able to identify the target audience, and choose outfits which address this audience. They must also be suited to both the song and the location in which the performance is shot.
New stage design
The new stage design will have the same order set up for the band. Being based in a derelict building, I have an image of the band being surrounded by space, therefore, they are the focus point. It could be a good representation of the decaying relationship shown in the narrative. I do not think it is necessary to create a particular background/backdrop, and believe it more effective to simply use the natural derelict setting. The audience needs to understand the significance of the location, and by using a backdrop, this message may be lost.
Although the setting is very important and symbolic, it is equally important that we make sure that the band stands out. Lighting will be essential in ensuring that the band is the main focus. New up and coming bands need to a lot of the focus in the video in order to convey their the image of each individual member, as well as the band as a whole. For this reason, it is important to experiment with different lighting in order to both set the mood and highlight the band.
Although the setting is very important and symbolic, it is equally important that we make sure that the band stands out. Lighting will be essential in ensuring that the band is the main focus. New up and coming bands need to a lot of the focus in the video in order to convey their the image of each individual member, as well as the band as a whole. For this reason, it is important to experiment with different lighting in order to both set the mood and highlight the band.
Lighting:
One idea I thought of was the use of the key light. The key light will be will be highly important as it has the most influence on the look of the scene. It also has a lot of power, which will be needed in order to make the band stand out from the background.When there is a close up on each member, their expression needs to be highlighted and help the audience to understand more about that individual. It is just as important for the band to be shown as memorable when seen all together, to represent their closeness and the bond that they share, which is an important aspect in drawing in their audience.
I also like the idea of creating a slightly different effect using the lighting, I would like to create a moonlight effect with the light. We can do this using a soft light with blue gel, lower exposure and add a filter. I believe this lighting scheme could work well for our production as it would set the mood. The video surrounds a break down in a relationship, therefore, it is important that the performance can be reflective of the emotions felt throughout. In this way, a slightly darker tone for the lighting may work very well.
Tuesday, 11 January 2011
Meeting 11/1/11
Sarah came up with a new idea for the performance in our video. She discussed using an abandoned building/house. This could fit with our video as the song is of the Rock genre, and a rougher location could be seen as a convention, as opposed to a Pop video, where, I have found in some cases some, focus on all narrative or narrative and performance embedded , rather than conventional performance and separate narrative. The performance for Pop is typically more upbeat, as it is targeting a younger audience for example: Pop videos...
Examples of how these contrast with Rock:
This change of plan means we need to be very organised as we are filming soon. Sarah knows of a few places which she will try and organise for Friday. This also means planning for a different dress code. I suggest preferably a more casual one, as the smart/casual will not work with the new location. Blue jeans warn by each band member, and a black t-shirt, rather than smart shirts, fitting in with the new scene.
Although the new performance idea contrasts with the original, both would attract The Vee's target audience. The new one fits as it is connected to the dismal emotions and mood of the song. The wide audience is able to connect with these feelings of sorrow and despair at the hand of romance, due to their age and maturity.
Examples of how these contrast with Rock:
This change of plan means we need to be very organised as we are filming soon. Sarah knows of a few places which she will try and organise for Friday. This also means planning for a different dress code. I suggest preferably a more casual one, as the smart/casual will not work with the new location. Blue jeans warn by each band member, and a black t-shirt, rather than smart shirts, fitting in with the new scene.
Although the new performance idea contrasts with the original, both would attract The Vee's target audience. The new one fits as it is connected to the dismal emotions and mood of the song. The wide audience is able to connect with these feelings of sorrow and despair at the hand of romance, due to their age and maturity.
Monday, 10 January 2011
Narrative brainstorm
The main narrative will surround a couple struggling in their relationship and ultimately facing a break up. I have started develop our ideas for scenes.
- Split screen:
We will have the couple on the phone, and edit it so the audience can see them both in their allocated rooms. We thought this would be effective as it reflects the high emotions and frustration which they both feel. It will demonstrate the gender divide between the two, showing the different way in which they deal with the frustration and strain of the relationship. The female possibly shown as getting emotional and solemn, where as the male may be more aggressive, showing much more anger towards the situation. The location for this scene, in my opinion, should be in their bedrooms, as that is the place which one is able to be themselves and let themselves go, and at the height of their emotion, this is likely to be the place in which they seek.
- The 'leaving' scene
We liked the idea of have one, preferably the male, drive away from their partner to symbolise the end to their relationship. This could possibly play on stereo types which are very popular in the media, where by the male is seen as detached, leaving the female who may be seen as a lot weaker. I think this could possibly be located outside of someone's home, where there may be a long strip of road, to emphasis the journey in which he has left.
- Split screen:
We will have the couple on the phone, and edit it so the audience can see them both in their allocated rooms. We thought this would be effective as it reflects the high emotions and frustration which they both feel. It will demonstrate the gender divide between the two, showing the different way in which they deal with the frustration and strain of the relationship. The female possibly shown as getting emotional and solemn, where as the male may be more aggressive, showing much more anger towards the situation. The location for this scene, in my opinion, should be in their bedrooms, as that is the place which one is able to be themselves and let themselves go, and at the height of their emotion, this is likely to be the place in which they seek.
- The 'leaving' scene
We liked the idea of have one, preferably the male, drive away from their partner to symbolise the end to their relationship. This could possibly play on stereo types which are very popular in the media, where by the male is seen as detached, leaving the female who may be seen as a lot weaker. I think this could possibly be located outside of someone's home, where there may be a long strip of road, to emphasis the journey in which he has left.
Issues we have faced so far
Unfortunatley, we have lost our producer as Bethany. In this situation, the remaining group members, Sarah, Lucy, and myself, went to see Mr. Sheppard to discuss our options. We were instructed to carry on which our project, and for one of us to take over where Bethany had left off. Sarah will now be our producer, and will therefore also make contact with the band, with Bethany had been doing.
I feel this reflects the strength of our group. Together, we were able to communicate well with one another and reach an agreeable result.
I feel this reflects the strength of our group. Together, we were able to communicate well with one another and reach an agreeable result.
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