Madison Craumer

These were my comments on Woody's blog: And this is what I posted to Zoe's blog: Different angled shots evoke different emotions. I learned this from the two articles, especially in the article titled: "How Different Camera Angles Create Different Emotions".  For example, on Woody's eye level shot I was able to apply the information I learned about the point of view a hand held shot provides. The shakiness of the camera displays human error and shows that Woody really does have a height advantage over Josh (his subject). Furthermore, in Zoe's posts, her establishing shot really set the mood of the hotel lobby by displaying all of the scenery for what it was. By giving an overall view, the viewer felt comfortable that they understood what was in the room and there was nothing suspenseful which would allow the imagination to wonder. I learned about setting the mood and bringing the audience in in the article "Use of Long Shots in Films". 

My experience with the cameo shot was easy because the halls outside of this classroom are a neutral shade, so it was not difficult to find a fitting background.  The choker shot was more difficult to film landscape because my hand wants to naturally place my hand in a vertical position when holding my phone. also, since it was a close up shot I was worried the top and bottom of Astrid's face would be cut out due to the narrowness of the frame.  The close shot was an easy film because from a distance, the waist up can be easily captured within the frame of the video. We decided to have a little fun with this hot, as well as some of the others! The close up shot, not to be confused with the close shot, is easy to film and can be filmed anywhere, meaning i did not have to be selective with my background. I like the closeness of this video, it makes the hand the focal point.  The dolly shot was more difficult to film smoothly because I was walking t...

I decided to take Aice Media studies because I am interested in learning about film and different techniques which go into making it. I am also excited to make my own film. I hope to learn about special effects as well as how to examine a piece of film for its production and quality.