Thursday, May 22, 2008

Some Fundamentals of Video Composition

Location: choose a location that will help not to distract from the video. Settling for the first or easiest available location often ends up hurting the production. Watch for sun direction and consider available lighting.

Shot Selection and Coverage: The type of shots determines how dynamic the scene will be. For example, think about the effect a close-up will have versus a wide shot. Think about how long each shot will be. Cool angles are good, but only when you have a purpose for using them in the story, not for just the sake of using a cool angle.

Know the Rules: The Rule of Thirds, 180 Degree Rule, 30 Degree Rule.

Resource: Videomaker Magazine.

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