Filming was a pretty smooth process for the most part. The second time we wet out felt better than the first time.The second time felt better because we came with an actual plan. The first time we filmed it was more improvising than anything else. We did the entire song over again the second day. We did this to have more film the more the better.
When filming we chose to play the song out loud. This helped my partner sing easier because he would know the words better. We made the song the clean version. This was done to make sure it was school appropriate. If the principal see's a video with us curing we would be in much trouble. When recording my partner lip synced his part. when we edit the song will be playing in the background.
We had plenty of scenes filmed. We felt confident that we had enough scenes filmed. This was because we had been filming for over an hour to get exactly what we needed. We honestly think with our editing skills and the amount of time we put into our video will be very good. Lastly, we just have to edit and we will be finished finally.
Friday, December 6, 2019
Filming Blog 1
Over the Thanksgiving break is when we chose to film. It took us a total of 2 days to complete the film. This ended up giving us about 10 minutes of film because the park security told us to go home. So we ended up coming back on Saturday. This was because my partner had plans on Friday. That is why we chose that day.
We ended up meeting up again and started to film. We deciding it would be best if one person filmed the other singing. We felt that having two people sing a song by one person would be off topic and not really make sense. We came to the conclusion that I would record because I am better with the camera and my partner would be the rapper.
We wanted to be smart. we chose to shoot in the afternoon so it wasn't to cold. Also we had good lighting. Since we were unsuccessful in filming the first day we chose to be smart. we did this by coming back and finishing filming. Honestly it was very tiring. But my partner wore two different outfits because when rap videos cut the effect of the different outfits will look great.
Editing blog
Today, our editing blog is due. I wasn’t here at school but my partner said he started Today, our editing blog is due. My partner isn't here today but I edited the video so it should be fine. I'm going to send the video Sunday so I won't have to worry about being behind . My partner and I have worked diligently on this video so I'm sure is going to be a “hit” or "banger".
The editing software we used was filmora because in my own opinion, filmora is the best editing software in the game. It's not only advanced, it's simple and easy to use. we added some amazing effects to the video because I bout the lifetime oack for filmora and I'm not letting it go to waste. Filmora makes everything very easy to edit. We filmed alot so we went over the videos over and over to see what I want. After doing this We imported the clips we wanted. We then cut the videos and add transitions. Lastly, , We added the effects that made the video better. Since rap video are often filmed raw, I used more jump cuts than transition so it won't look like a power point.
This was all We did for my editing. We just realized the video is longer than the recommended time so we might have to cut it but it looks goofy However, this makes the video better because I added all the things I needed to make the video look amazing. But We got it done so We are good.
The editing software we used was filmora because in my own opinion, filmora is the best editing software in the game. It's not only advanced, it's simple and easy to use. we added some amazing effects to the video because I bout the lifetime oack for filmora and I'm not letting it go to waste. Filmora makes everything very easy to edit. We filmed alot so we went over the videos over and over to see what I want. After doing this We imported the clips we wanted. We then cut the videos and add transitions. Lastly, , We added the effects that made the video better. Since rap video are often filmed raw, I used more jump cuts than transition so it won't look like a power point.
This was all We did for my editing. We just realized the video is longer than the recommended time so we might have to cut it but it looks goofy However, this makes the video better because I added all the things I needed to make the video look amazing. But We got it done so We are good.
Planning Blog
Today my partner and I will be doing our planning blog. We have two blogs due and we will do this one first.
Locaton- The location is going to be at the park. We chose this because it's the easiest location to meet up at and shoot the video. Also the park is a public area so we dont have to ask permission to shoot our video. the park can also fit into the music video because it's just an open area. We might have different ideas for the location but this is the location for now. Also the scene is perfect for the song we have
Health and Safety- since it's cold outside, we will definitely wear jackets. Since we are from Florida we hate the cold weather. We're going to get to the park car. There's probably going to be people at the park so safety shouldn't be a worry. The weather is the only thing against us right now. It's so cold right now. Hopefully the weather won’t affect how well the video is performed. In conclusion, jackets are a necessity for this video.
Props- props won't be needed in the video because rap videos dont really have props. Rap videos are usually shot raw and uncut. The thing that makes the rap video is the emotion and movement of the actor or rapper.
Costumes- are costumes will be normal but clean cloths. Most rappers dress casually and comfortably in their videos because rappers rap about thier everyday lifestyle. As a result they dress how they usually dress everyday or when they want to dress casual. We won't be matching because thats weird. The only thing we're going to be wearing that's the same are jackets.
Schedule- whenever we're ready to film our video we'll call and meet at the park.
Locaton- The location is going to be at the park. We chose this because it's the easiest location to meet up at and shoot the video. Also the park is a public area so we dont have to ask permission to shoot our video. the park can also fit into the music video because it's just an open area. We might have different ideas for the location but this is the location for now. Also the scene is perfect for the song we have
Health and Safety- since it's cold outside, we will definitely wear jackets. Since we are from Florida we hate the cold weather. We're going to get to the park car. There's probably going to be people at the park so safety shouldn't be a worry. The weather is the only thing against us right now. It's so cold right now. Hopefully the weather won’t affect how well the video is performed. In conclusion, jackets are a necessity for this video.
Props- props won't be needed in the video because rap videos dont really have props. Rap videos are usually shot raw and uncut. The thing that makes the rap video is the emotion and movement of the actor or rapper.
Costumes- are costumes will be normal but clean cloths. Most rappers dress casually and comfortably in their videos because rappers rap about thier everyday lifestyle. As a result they dress how they usually dress everyday or when they want to dress casual. We won't be matching because thats weird. The only thing we're going to be wearing that's the same are jackets.
Schedule- whenever we're ready to film our video we'll call and meet at the park.
Story board Blog
My partner and are doing our storyboard blog. At first,the blog seemed complicated but our teachers explained the blog to a tea, literally.
The video takes place in the park. The camera angles and shots(cams)we will be using ate low angles, high angles, close shots, and medium shots.
The first scene is a close shot at the back of the actors head. I will make a title in this scene to make it an opening scene. When the beat dtops, the first scene will transition to the second scene where the actor is on a slide rapping. Next the third scene is where the song gets more up beat so the actor is shown in a long shot dancing to the song and rapping.
The fourth scene is shown to be like the other but in a different area in the park. However, this scene is a high angle so the actor is looking up at the camera. Next, the fifth scene is a low angle of the actor getting hype and rapping on the stairs while looking down at the camera. Finally, the closing scene is the actor at a close eye to eye shot of him looking down as the music dies down.
The video takes place in the park. The camera angles and shots(cams)we will be using ate low angles, high angles, close shots, and medium shots.
The first scene is a close shot at the back of the actors head. I will make a title in this scene to make it an opening scene. When the beat dtops, the first scene will transition to the second scene where the actor is on a slide rapping. Next the third scene is where the song gets more up beat so the actor is shown in a long shot dancing to the song and rapping.
The fourth scene is shown to be like the other but in a different area in the park. However, this scene is a high angle so the actor is looking up at the camera. Next, the fifth scene is a low angle of the actor getting hype and rapping on the stairs while looking down at the camera. Finally, the closing scene is the actor at a close eye to eye shot of him looking down as the music dies down.
Thursday, October 31, 2019
Editing Blog
- Today was the day that we were going to edit. Sadly and unfortunately the computers were down and we’re not working. Our computers are very old so they have problems. We have been asking administration to get us new computers but they are not listening. All the computers are very slow and that makes it very hard to do work in class. Sometimes the computers will not connect to the Wi-Fi so we do not have Internet access during class either.These problems are making the completion of my commercial area. Now Pinnacle studios is not working.It was a problem with the editing and some of my clubs were not even save correctly. Some of the work out I will have to redo because It did not save correctly. she told us to save everything in Google Drive and hopefully the computers will start working soon so we can edit our commercials. This process has been annoying and frustrating. I wish that the computers would work because I have made good progress in my commercial. It sucks because as a student I wish I could do more to help the computers to start working again. But the school doesn’t have the type of money to supply for new equipment. Honestly a good idea would be to have a fundraiser to help support for the computers. It should be a nonprofit so I can only benefit the school. Honestly I know students that would donate and then hopefully help this cause.But at the same time I feel as if he will be lazy and not actually pay or if they cannot afford it. If this fundraiser actually worked this could benefit the future of our future students. The newer and better the computers the longer they can last. I feel like if we bought cheap computers they would not work that well. We would need to buy expensive computers because usually the more expensive the better they will be. Sometimes this is a problem because things can be overpriced. I talk to my dad (Mr Lenard) about the situation he would try to do something about it. Hopefully this issue can get resolved and we can start editing soon. We really need to finish our commercials without wasting time.
Filming blog
I was absent the first day of filming so I had to make it up the second day of filming. I had someone film me since I was in a group by myself. I wore a FSU Nike jacket, FSU shirt and Nike Air Max sneakers. When I got to class I had to fill out a filming pass. Then I had to gather all of the equipment I needed. Then I made a plan for what needed to be filmed. The filming ended up turning out well. It was good weather on Monday so I did not have to scrap my idea. My commercial has no dialogue so I will have music in the background.
The area that I filmed my whole commercial was the track. There were 5 different scenes. The first scene was a close up of me putting on the shoes on the track. I did this to set the tone for what the commercial will be about. The next scene was an extreme close up of me sitting on the floors with the Nike shoes on. This helped clearly helped show that it was a Nike commercial. The next scene was an establishing shot of me stretching. This was was because I was getting ready to take off like I am running a race. The next scene was a tracking shot of me taking off running down the track. I did this to show action since movement and athletics are often in Nike commercials.
The lighting was bright light since the sun was out. I had a few retakes in scenes because I was messing my parts up but overall it was well. The tripod was not needed due to the way my scenes were. I was able to review the clips and check for mistakes.I really enjoyed the film making process besides that it was very hot. I can't wait to start editing.
The area that I filmed my whole commercial was the track. There were 5 different scenes. The first scene was a close up of me putting on the shoes on the track. I did this to set the tone for what the commercial will be about. The next scene was an extreme close up of me sitting on the floors with the Nike shoes on. This helped clearly helped show that it was a Nike commercial. The next scene was an establishing shot of me stretching. This was was because I was getting ready to take off like I am running a race. The next scene was a tracking shot of me taking off running down the track. I did this to show action since movement and athletics are often in Nike commercials.
The lighting was bright light since the sun was out. I had a few retakes in scenes because I was messing my parts up but overall it was well. The tripod was not needed due to the way my scenes were. I was able to review the clips and check for mistakes.I really enjoyed the film making process besides that it was very hot. I can't wait to start editing.
Saturday, October 26, 2019
Story board blog
Today in class we did our story boards for our commercials. It is a commercial with physical activity there will be a lot of close ups and this will will help focus on the Nike symbol. When editing I will try to emphasize that it is a Nike Commercial. my commercial will begin with a man putting on Nike shoes and it will be zoomed in on the lower part of his body. Next there will be an extreme close up to show the type of shoes they are. Then there will be a wide shot of the man stretching with the bleachers in the background. Lastly there will be a tracking shot of the man taking off down the track. To end the commercial the iconic Nike just do it and the Nike swoosh will load in on a black screen.
Tuesday, October 15, 2019
Editing Blog
Today in class we learned a lot. We learned how to check out cameras how to use the camera and how to edit our footage. First to check out cameras you have to fill out a sheet of paper and bring it to the teachers desk to inform her that you are taking the camera. I’ll write down the number of the camera on the sheet. When filming we need to get a filming pass so that we are not in trouble while filming around campus. These passes are important so that the teacher knows who is outside of the class in case of an emergency. Each group is only permitted to check out one camera at a time. These cameras are very expensive and will cost a lot to repair.
When working with cameras we must always be careful. We must make sure that all the parts are handled with care. The camera and all the extra pieces will be in a separate bag to ensure that they are secure. The first thing they said is the tripod. It has three legs that helps keep a stand. There is an important lever that helps lower and raise the camera. when everything is safe and secure and locked on the tripod you can begin filming. You can each adjust the tripod to take different types of shots. for example, tilt, pan, and other types of shots from the tripod. The polls and the tripod must be fully contracted in. Lastly, there is an SD card that goes in and out of the small slot in the camera and saves all of the film recorded.
After filming has come to an end you can begin editing. First you must transfer all the clips from your camera and put it onto the desktop. This process is called dumping when you move everything from the SD card to the computer. The program we use to edit is called pinnacle Studios. when importing the film it is called the raw footage which means it has not been edited at all. there are three layers in this. They are called titles, film, and music. This system can be slow but it is very effective to edit. When the edited film is completed and needs to be exported this is known as rendering. once it is rendered it is ready to be able to be shown to the public.
Research Blog
Media codes and conventions are like the building blocks of all media around us. Media codes generally have an agreed meeting or connotation to their audience. There are three types of media codes: symbolic codes technical code and written codes. Conventions are expecting ways in which codes are organized in a product. I am doing a Nike commercial. in these commercials, the audience usually sees people taking part in sports, running, etc.
Popular costumes are different types of sport shoes such as basketball shoes, or tennis shoes, shorts shirts, tights, sports bras, sports pants. Common props are Nike footballs, water bottles, Nike headbands, Nike socks and many more. The appearance is usually someone who looks like they work out or are doing a physical activity. Often times the person in the commercial is sweating and that help emphasize the activity they’re doing. The score through a Nike commercial is usually fast paced sounds to keep the audience on the edge of their seat and to make you feel active.
There are many types of conventions and codes and Nike commercials. For example the Nike swoosh in the just do it slogan are very popular and convincing to an audience. In Nike commercials props are always angled to show that it is a Nike commercial. This symbol is very popular so people know that is a Nike commercial. These commercials often show famous athletes, actors, and celebrities to show that Nike is the best product to wear. Also, this helps persuade people to buy Nike products.
planning blog
In the filming process I will be running on the track and winning the race showing how good nike shoes are.
1.Props
Nike running shoes, water bottle towel, nike head band,
2. Costumes
Nike running shoes, nike shirt and shorts, back pack, tights , hat
3. Schedule
First I will research the conventions and codes of a Nike Commerical. Next, will the planning begin with the props, costumes, location etc. Then, story board will be made with 6 slides of 5 seconds each. After that the filming will begin around campus. Lastly, the edits will be made for the 25-30 second commercial.
4.Location
The commercial is planned to be filmed on the track.
I will be filmed getting ready to run, first drinking water, then tying my shoes up and lastly winning the race. (all nike accessories will be used to achieve this)
5. Backup Plan
If the weather is not good then probably film me running down the hallway trying to give the same effect that I am racing, or I will think of completely new concept for the commercial if the weather is not good.
1.Props
Nike running shoes, water bottle towel, nike head band,
2. Costumes
Nike running shoes, nike shirt and shorts, back pack, tights , hat
3. Schedule
First I will research the conventions and codes of a Nike Commerical. Next, will the planning begin with the props, costumes, location etc. Then, story board will be made with 6 slides of 5 seconds each. After that the filming will begin around campus. Lastly, the edits will be made for the 25-30 second commercial.
4.Location
The commercial is planned to be filmed on the track.
I will be filmed getting ready to run, first drinking water, then tying my shoes up and lastly winning the race. (all nike accessories will be used to achieve this)
5. Backup Plan
If the weather is not good then probably film me running down the hallway trying to give the same effect that I am racing, or I will think of completely new concept for the commercial if the weather is not good.
Intro Blog
Hello I am Bori. I attend fort Lauderdale high school and I am in the 11th grade. As a person I Would say that I am easy going. For example, I always seem to go with the flow and never usually have any problems with anyone. Also, I am very sociable. I always seem to talk a lot and I can sometimes get annoying. Lastly, I would say I am very competitive I play baseball and football. In everything I do I always feel as if I need to win in what I am doing.
Here are some of my likes and dislikes. I like many of things. Some things I like the most are video games, sports and working out. I love sports because I feel like I was born to play baseball and football. Ever since a young age I fell in love with this sports. Also, I like working out because I like feeling healthy and I know if I am healthy I will feel better. Some dislikes I have are rude people, drama and dishonesty. All of these things really bother me and I feel that these things can be avoided if these types of people had decency and respect for themselves.
Lastly, here are the classes I take. My first period is AICE Global perspectives we talk about the different points of view around the world to solve issues around the world. My third period is Spanish 3 honors. My fourth period is AP English. My fifth period is AICE Media Studies in which we break down different parts of film. My sixth period is Physics. Next, my seventh period is Pre Calc. Lastly, I take AICE US History in 8th period.
Here are some of my likes and dislikes. I like many of things. Some things I like the most are video games, sports and working out. I love sports because I feel like I was born to play baseball and football. Ever since a young age I fell in love with this sports. Also, I like working out because I like feeling healthy and I know if I am healthy I will feel better. Some dislikes I have are rude people, drama and dishonesty. All of these things really bother me and I feel that these things can be avoided if these types of people had decency and respect for themselves.
Lastly, here are the classes I take. My first period is AICE Global perspectives we talk about the different points of view around the world to solve issues around the world. My third period is Spanish 3 honors. My fourth period is AP English. My fifth period is AICE Media Studies in which we break down different parts of film. My sixth period is Physics. Next, my seventh period is Pre Calc. Lastly, I take AICE US History in 8th period.
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