Shot Scavenger Hunt Camera Exercise for Lab on Feb. 22nd

In your groups, go out (not too far!) and shoot the following:

1. Find a location and pick 3 shots that look “good” or interesting to you. Decide what should be in focus. Film each shot for 10 seconds. Try to stay steady.

2. Find a subject that you can film with three focal lengths to change the angle of view (you will have a wide shot, a medium shot, and a close up). Hint: Once you set your focus for a specific object in the frame, you should not have to change it.

3. A shot where there is movement in the frame but the camera doesn’t move.

4. Film your partner walking (you should be on the widest focal length of your lens). They should walk slowly. Walk alongside them, keeping the distance between you consistent so they remain in focus. Be careful not to bump into anything!

5. Try and create a frame that has a shallow depth of field (hint: use the long end of the lens). Change focus (rack focus) while you are recording.

SOME TIPS:

• Plan your shots before pushing the record button. AVOID recording while figuring out what you want to shoot next, also known as “visual hiccups.”
• Do your best to make sure that any camera movement is intentional - don’t walk around with the camera searching for a shot.
• To steady your camera shots, use your body to brace your arms, bend your knees, use a nearby wall or pillar to steady your shot.