This whole experience has been very interesting and informative. I can't believe it's actually over.
I really hope that you do enjoy both the film opening and the CCR because I put hours of work into both.
Without further ado... my CCR!
~ fin ~
Friday, April 17, 2020
CCR
Final update... this is it. This is the last post.
This whole experience has been very interesting and informative. I can't believe it's actually over.
I really hope that you do enjoy both the film opening and the CCR because I put hours of work into both.
Without further ado... my CCR!
This whole experience has been very interesting and informative. I can't believe it's actually over.
I really hope that you do enjoy both the film opening and the CCR because I put hours of work into both.
Without further ado... my CCR!
Monday, April 13, 2020
Three's A Crowd - Premiere
An update...
The final product is finally finished!
So please, sit back and grab a snack. I hope you enjoy.
Ladies and gentlemen.... I present to you "Three's A Crowd"
The final product is finally finished!
So please, sit back and grab a snack. I hope you enjoy.
Ladies and gentlemen.... I present to you "Three's A Crowd"
Sunday, April 12, 2020
Goodbye May Seem Forever
An update... we're almost at the end.
Okay, so it's time to reflect on the development of this project. I have to say, it's been a journey (with many ups and downs). It feels good to finally be at the end of this project.
I learned a lot while making this project. For one thing, I learned that it's always good to plan everything out. It's so helpful and definitely worth the few minutes that it takes. Time management is a key factor in almost (if not) everything that we do, especially this project. It makes everything so much easier to break it up into small, doable sections instead of doing everything at once.
I learned that sometimes things don't go according to plan. This whole experience really showed me that not everything is going to turn out how I expect, or had originally planned, and that's okay. It's okay for things to change. I can't get too caught up in the little details or in the things that don't work. I realized that if something isn't working, I shouldn't force it to. I shouldn't be worried about changing something here and there if it's not working, because in the end it'll probably be better than the original.
Due to the pandemic, I had to think on my feet and come up with a (slightly) new idea for this project since I couldn't execute my original one under these circumstances. I don't know if the final result is better, but it's certainly different.
I'm not going to lie, I stressed out about the changes. I spent a good couple hours just staring at my project because I knew I couldn't execute my original plan with what I had and I didn't know what to do. All that did was waste my time. Logically, I know that I'm not going to stop stressing and freaking out over everything, but at least there'll be a little voice in my head telling me that it's okay and it'll work itself out.
I also learned that it's important to think of these things as a whole before getting into the details. It's so easy to get lost in the little things and not consider the whole. If you don't zoom out every once in a while, then you don't really know what the big picture looks like. Everything could be disjointed and unconnected. I like to start editing right away and create a sort of rough draft so I can visually see and hear what it would look like (basically turning the storyboard into a video).
I have a new respect for anyone that makes Lego stop motion videos. Believe me when I tell you that it is a lot of work. But it was also a lot of fun. Maybe I'll revisit the idea of making another one in the future (since I'll be at home for the foreseeable future).
Overall, this whole process has taught me a lot about the process and given me some insight into what it takes to make a production.
Okay, so it's time to reflect on the development of this project. I have to say, it's been a journey (with many ups and downs). It feels good to finally be at the end of this project.
I learned a lot while making this project. For one thing, I learned that it's always good to plan everything out. It's so helpful and definitely worth the few minutes that it takes. Time management is a key factor in almost (if not) everything that we do, especially this project. It makes everything so much easier to break it up into small, doable sections instead of doing everything at once.
I learned that sometimes things don't go according to plan. This whole experience really showed me that not everything is going to turn out how I expect, or had originally planned, and that's okay. It's okay for things to change. I can't get too caught up in the little details or in the things that don't work. I realized that if something isn't working, I shouldn't force it to. I shouldn't be worried about changing something here and there if it's not working, because in the end it'll probably be better than the original.
Due to the pandemic, I had to think on my feet and come up with a (slightly) new idea for this project since I couldn't execute my original one under these circumstances. I don't know if the final result is better, but it's certainly different.
I'm not going to lie, I stressed out about the changes. I spent a good couple hours just staring at my project because I knew I couldn't execute my original plan with what I had and I didn't know what to do. All that did was waste my time. Logically, I know that I'm not going to stop stressing and freaking out over everything, but at least there'll be a little voice in my head telling me that it's okay and it'll work itself out.
I also learned that it's important to think of these things as a whole before getting into the details. It's so easy to get lost in the little things and not consider the whole. If you don't zoom out every once in a while, then you don't really know what the big picture looks like. Everything could be disjointed and unconnected. I like to start editing right away and create a sort of rough draft so I can visually see and hear what it would look like (basically turning the storyboard into a video).
I have a new respect for anyone that makes Lego stop motion videos. Believe me when I tell you that it is a lot of work. But it was also a lot of fun. Maybe I'll revisit the idea of making another one in the future (since I'll be at home for the foreseeable future).
Overall, this whole process has taught me a lot about the process and given me some insight into what it takes to make a production.
Thursday, April 09, 2020
Agony (It's fine, I'm fine)
A little update...
I'm stressing out. I have the first half of the opening basically done. The second half is what's stressing me out. Originally, I had planned on having the second half as the credits and having the detective pinning the credits on the board to also serve as clues.
I started working on it, but it's more difficult than I thought it was gonna be. It won't work the way I had planned it. I'm not exactly sure how to make it work or if I can. I might have to come up with a different variation or even a different idea.
I don't know what to do.
I'm stressing out. I have the first half of the opening basically done. The second half is what's stressing me out. Originally, I had planned on having the second half as the credits and having the detective pinning the credits on the board to also serve as clues.
I started working on it, but it's more difficult than I thought it was gonna be. It won't work the way I had planned it. I'm not exactly sure how to make it work or if I can. I might have to come up with a different variation or even a different idea.
I don't know what to do.
Monday, April 06, 2020
A Most Befuddling Thing
A little update...
It may sound silly, but I don't really know how to animate the Lego figures going to sit down in a chair. So, I went to YouTube to try to find a tutorial. I found nothing. Most of the results were for how to animate a Lego figure walking, which I already know from previous projects.
Instead of trying to look up a tutorial, I changed tactics. I looked up the YouTube channel of one of my favorite Lego animators, Michael Hickox (MICHAELHICKOXFilms). My plan was to go through each of his videos until I found a scene of the figures going to sit down and then dissect the video to figure out how he did it (sounds complex, I know).
Luckily for me, in the first video I watched, also his most recent (Tim and Ralph: Car Dealer), there is a scene of the figures getting up from sitting down in the beginning.
In order to figure out what was happening, I slowed down the playback speed so I could see the individual pictures that he took to get the final result.
Then, I watched the scene a few times before taking screenshots so I could just do the reverse of what he did. So, instead of having the figures getting up, the figures will be sitting down.
He was able to do it in about five shots, so I should be able to do the same. I know, it won't be exactly the same for me, as the context will be different, but I'm going to try to adapt the process to fit my needs.
I probably overcomplicated everything, but at least I know how to do it now.
It may sound silly, but I don't really know how to animate the Lego figures going to sit down in a chair. So, I went to YouTube to try to find a tutorial. I found nothing. Most of the results were for how to animate a Lego figure walking, which I already know from previous projects.
Instead of trying to look up a tutorial, I changed tactics. I looked up the YouTube channel of one of my favorite Lego animators, Michael Hickox (MICHAELHICKOXFilms). My plan was to go through each of his videos until I found a scene of the figures going to sit down and then dissect the video to figure out how he did it (sounds complex, I know).
Luckily for me, in the first video I watched, also his most recent (Tim and Ralph: Car Dealer), there is a scene of the figures getting up from sitting down in the beginning.
In order to figure out what was happening, I slowed down the playback speed so I could see the individual pictures that he took to get the final result.
Then, I watched the scene a few times before taking screenshots so I could just do the reverse of what he did. So, instead of having the figures getting up, the figures will be sitting down.
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I probably overcomplicated everything, but at least I know how to do it now.
Wednesday, April 01, 2020
Fixer Upper (Transformation)
A little update...
Now that I have the characters and the props, I need a place to put everything. I was originally going to use part of a Lego set that I've had.
That's what it would have looked like. I decided to change the set for a few reasons. The first being that there were too many windows. There also weren't enough walls.
Initially, I looked up Lego police station sets that I could buy and build. That didn't work out because not only are Lego sets ridiculously expensive, there also wasn't anything that fit with what I needed.
So, I built a new set from scratch.
I also added a window and taped black construction paper in at the back to serve as a one way mirror/window that are usually in interrogation rooms. (I also decided to switch the hat to hair because it'll be easier to deal with. In my first few tests at filming, the hat just kept getting in the way.)
I added in an extra figure in the background. A friend pointed out how there is usually a deputy or partner in the room during interrogations. Seeing as how this is now being done with Lego figures and I won't need any other people to be physically present, I decided I should take her advice and add in another officer.
Now that I have the characters and the props, I need a place to put everything. I was originally going to use part of a Lego set that I've had.
That's what it would have looked like. I decided to change the set for a few reasons. The first being that there were too many windows. There also weren't enough walls.
Initially, I looked up Lego police station sets that I could buy and build. That didn't work out because not only are Lego sets ridiculously expensive, there also wasn't anything that fit with what I needed.
So, I built a new set from scratch.
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| I took the pink "cushions" off of the chairs |
This was the first mock-up that I made. I didn't like the purple colors, so I painted them blue.
I also added a window and taped black construction paper in at the back to serve as a one way mirror/window that are usually in interrogation rooms. (I also decided to switch the hat to hair because it'll be easier to deal with. In my first few tests at filming, the hat just kept getting in the way.)
I decided to add in another wall because the set seemed incomplete without it and it'll help to get more shots.
I added in an extra figure in the background. A friend pointed out how there is usually a deputy or partner in the room during interrogations. Seeing as how this is now being done with Lego figures and I won't need any other people to be physically present, I decided I should take her advice and add in another officer.
This is about what I was going for, and I think I accomplished that.
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
That's the Prop For Me
A little update...
Now that I have the whole character thing taken care of, it's time to move onto the rest.
I had a table that I was going to use, but it just didn't fit the vibe I was going for. So, I decided to paint it.
Now that I have the whole character thing taken care of, it's time to move onto the rest.
I had a table that I was going to use, but it just didn't fit the vibe I was going for. So, I decided to paint it.
I forgot to take a picture before I started painting, but I did manage to take a couple before I finished painting. You're going to have to take my word for it when I tell you that the table used to be light blue and pink and white. (You can see a little bit of the blue and white there).
It's completely black now. I painted it with black acrylic paint and then a layer of Mod Podge to seal it.
Yes, I am aware that it's missing a leg.
I am also using a Lego laptop in place of a folder/papers because I figured it would be easier.
I'll admit, the picture isn't the best quality, but it's what I was able to get, so....
A friend suggested that I paint the little Lego logo on the back just to make it stand out and look more like a laptop, because details can be lost when it's all in black. I asked her if I should paint the whole thing a different color since the table is now also black, but she didn't think it was necessary.
I was originally going to paint it silver, but I couldn't find my silver paint and the ink I had tried to use wasn't working. So, I settled for using gold instead.
Monday, March 30, 2020
Small But Mighty
A little update...
Okay, so I received the new faces that I ordered in the mail.
I got about three or so of the same female face, so I used the same face for both Kira and Gina, just two different sides.
I decided to give Kira the more "edgy" face since she is supposed to be more punk/alternative.
I think that buying the new faces was a good idea. Giving the figure female faces just makes them look better and less awkward, in my opinion.
Okay, so I received the new faces that I ordered in the mail.
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| This is what the bag looked like. |
There was and there wasn't as much variety as I was expecting. Let me explain. There were a lot of different types and colors and patterns (I even got a pineapple) and many of the faces were double-sided. However, there were a lot of repeating faces. Luckily, I was able to get a couple usable female faces.
I got about three or so of the same female face, so I used the same face for both Kira and Gina, just two different sides.
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| Gina Greggory (friend) |
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| Kira Kessler (cousin) |
I decided to give Kira the more "edgy" face since she is supposed to be more punk/alternative.
I think that buying the new faces was a good idea. Giving the figure female faces just makes them look better and less awkward, in my opinion.
Wednesday, March 25, 2020
One Last Hope
A little update...
The reason I chose to use Lego mini figures was because I could change their facial expressions. So, in order to help with this, I ordered some extra mini figure heads off Amazon.
From my understanding, I'll be getting a group of 25 random heads that'll include both the yellow and tan colors and males and females. Hopefully I'll get a good amount of female faces and enough of a variety to use.
It should be arriving in a week.
The reason I chose to use Lego mini figures was because I could change their facial expressions. So, in order to help with this, I ordered some extra mini figure heads off Amazon.
From my understanding, I'll be getting a group of 25 random heads that'll include both the yellow and tan colors and males and females. Hopefully I'll get a good amount of female faces and enough of a variety to use.
It should be arriving in a week.
Tuesday, March 24, 2020
There's Room For Everyone
A little update...
So, since I am now doing my film opening as a stop motion using Lego mini figures, I have to choose the characters. All of the descriptions for the characters still stand as originally intended.
Victoria Vaughn (Victim): For Victoria, I still only need a photo (since she's the victim... and supposed to be dead)
Victor Vaughn (Brother): Victor is originally described as nerdy and his color is blue.
Kira Kessler (Cousin): Kira is originally described as a rebel and slightly alternative and her color is red.
I had few red options, so this will have to do (I guess it could be seen as alternative, if you squint). I chose to give her short hair.
Gina Greggory (Friend): Gina is originally described as basic/average and her color is green.
This was literally my only green option (which I know isn't very basic; it was originally a peter pan/robin hood type thing). I gave her black hair, but I might change it to brown later.
Detective Alred: The detective was originally meant to be a female (which I had to change to male) and curious, her color being brown.
I have three options for the detective.
So, since I am now doing my film opening as a stop motion using Lego mini figures, I have to choose the characters. All of the descriptions for the characters still stand as originally intended.
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I'm going to use this figure because she's basic.
This is the figure that will be representing him. It also helps that he looks a little like the figure I'm using for Victoria.
Kira Kessler (Cousin): Kira is originally described as a rebel and slightly alternative and her color is red.
I had few red options, so this will have to do (I guess it could be seen as alternative, if you squint). I chose to give her short hair.
Gina Greggory (Friend): Gina is originally described as basic/average and her color is green.
I'm leaning more towards the cowboy sheriff simply because of the colors and his facial expression (I might change the hat). I am unsure if I want to change this character back into a female now that I'm using Lego figures.
I had to do a lot of switching (faces and hats and hair) to get the characters to look like they do now. I'm well aware of the fact that the female characters look a little odd. It's because their faces were intended to be male. I ordered new ones, so hopefully I'll get some more female faces.
Monday, March 23, 2020
I'm Moving On - Nowhere to Go But Up
A little update...
I have decided to go the route of stop motion. It feels like I'm setting myself up for failure, but I also feel like it could turn out relatively well. My sister is leaving, which is why I can't film using real people (as I wouldn't have enough unless I cut out a character).
I did a lot of stop motion in middle school, so it's not a new thing for me. I would say I'm decent at it.
I have also decided to use lego figures because even though they have like no articulation, I can still use different expressions, which I wouldn't be able to do if I used anything else (other than maybe clay, but that's not gonna happen). I have more than enough figures to use for my film opening. Now, it's just a matter of picking the right ones to match the characters (obviously they won't be a perfect match).
Most likely, I won't be able to incorporate the colors for the different characters as well as I had wanted to, if at all.
For the voices, I'm going to ask a couple of my friends/family to record themselves saying the lines so I can edit it into the opening.
Thursday, March 19, 2020
A Very Important Thing to Do
A little update...
Okay, so taking a little break from the whole coronavirus and casting issue, I've decided to think a little about the end credits.
I've previously established that for the end credits, I want everything to be handwritten. I thought I would just draw up some examples for what I want it to look like (and get some actual work done).
I created a few tester images using different sizes and colors for the text just to see how it would look on the final board. I also wrote out the title and put a sample size of the yarn up. I think I prefer the middle sized image with the red or black font. I also prefer the black title. I'm still on the fence about the yarn. I don't know if I can make a final decision about it until I can see how it looks with the final setup.
Okay, so taking a little break from the whole coronavirus and casting issue, I've decided to think a little about the end credits.
I've previously established that for the end credits, I want everything to be handwritten. I thought I would just draw up some examples for what I want it to look like (and get some actual work done).
This is just a (very) rough idea of what the credits will look like. After playing around with these images for a while (much longer than I care to admit) and getting absolutely frustrated that they wouldn't go where I want them to, I've ended up with this figuration. The intention was for the title to be in the center and the credits surrounding them. I think for the final product, I'll place them in a random order on the board (or maybe have an actor in each corner and the the other credits placed randomly about). I'll have to do a little more research as to the order to put them in when I'm editing. (Of course there will be more credits for the actors, but for my own sanity, I left out a couple in this example.)
I created a few tester images using different sizes and colors for the text just to see how it would look on the final board. I also wrote out the title and put a sample size of the yarn up. I think I prefer the middle sized image with the red or black font. I also prefer the black title. I'm still on the fence about the yarn. I don't know if I can make a final decision about it until I can see how it looks with the final setup.
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
Here We Go Another Plan
A little update...
Since I can no longer film with my intended cast, I have to figure out something else.
I think that I should stick with my original genre and idea for the film opening. I believe that it is still doable, even under these circumstances. Although, some things are definitely going to have to change.
I'm debating whether or not I should try to do the whole thing in stop motion or ask my family to help me out.
I'm leaning more towards asking my family as using real people would allow for facial expressions (and would probably be easier and take less time). We also have to exact right amount of people for this. Four in total (including me). My sister is home from college for an extended spring break (due to the coronavirus) and my parents are working from home (also due to the coronavirus). Of course, the ages and maybe the genders of a couple character would have to be changed to accommodate for my family.
I think the stopmotion may still be a viable option. It would definitely be more work and take longer. But I think it could be interesting (or really bad). I would either do it with dolls or lego figures (not that I would readily admit to still owning). I feel like dolls would be easier as they have more articulation and are probably easier to work with (since they're bigger) than the lego figures.
I really don't know what to do at this point and I'm going to be honest, it's kind of stressing me out. I'm so very glad that we got an extension on the due date.
If I decide to go with the option of my family, then I would have to film everything next week as my sister will be leaving at the end of the week and my mom will most likely be going back to work. If I decide to go with the option of stop motion, I'll have more leniency with when I film, but I would have to start as soon as possible to get something good as it will take much longer.
Whatever I end up doing, I need to decide quickly because even though we got an extension, I still have to film everything eventually.
Since I can no longer film with my intended cast, I have to figure out something else.
I think that I should stick with my original genre and idea for the film opening. I believe that it is still doable, even under these circumstances. Although, some things are definitely going to have to change.
I'm debating whether or not I should try to do the whole thing in stop motion or ask my family to help me out.
I'm leaning more towards asking my family as using real people would allow for facial expressions (and would probably be easier and take less time). We also have to exact right amount of people for this. Four in total (including me). My sister is home from college for an extended spring break (due to the coronavirus) and my parents are working from home (also due to the coronavirus). Of course, the ages and maybe the genders of a couple character would have to be changed to accommodate for my family.
I think the stopmotion may still be a viable option. It would definitely be more work and take longer. But I think it could be interesting (or really bad). I would either do it with dolls or lego figures (not that I would readily admit to still owning). I feel like dolls would be easier as they have more articulation and are probably easier to work with (since they're bigger) than the lego figures.
I really don't know what to do at this point and I'm going to be honest, it's kind of stressing me out. I'm so very glad that we got an extension on the due date.
If I decide to go with the option of my family, then I would have to film everything next week as my sister will be leaving at the end of the week and my mom will most likely be going back to work. If I decide to go with the option of stop motion, I'll have more leniency with when I film, but I would have to start as soon as possible to get something good as it will take much longer.
Whatever I end up doing, I need to decide quickly because even though we got an extension, I still have to film everything eventually.
Tuesday, March 17, 2020
High Times, Hard Times, Topsy Turvy
A little update...
School has been temporarily shut down due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Since self-quarantine is being suggested to ensure that the virus doesn't spread any more, my film schedule has been impacted (pretty much entirely cancelled).
I am unable to film with my selected cast. It also means that I lost a week of working on the project, as I didn't know what was happening or who would be available.
With school being closed until April, I'm going to have to find an alternative to finishing this project. Thankfully, the due date has been extended slightly which allows me more time to figure this out.
School has been temporarily shut down due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Since self-quarantine is being suggested to ensure that the virus doesn't spread any more, my film schedule has been impacted (pretty much entirely cancelled).
I am unable to film with my selected cast. It also means that I lost a week of working on the project, as I didn't know what was happening or who would be available.
With school being closed until April, I'm going to have to find an alternative to finishing this project. Thankfully, the due date has been extended slightly which allows me more time to figure this out.
Saturday, March 14, 2020
Melody Time
A little update...
Okay, so I need music for the second half of my film opening. Getting royalty free music would be easiest.
First, I went to Purple Planet and looked through their selection. None of their categories seemed to fit what I was looking for, though.
Next, I went to the YouTube Audio Library and put in the filters for what I was looking for. Out of the options, I decided on cinematic and dramatic.
I looked through the songs until I found one that I liked. This song is the best option I've found, and I think I'm gonna stick with it.
Okay, so I need music for the second half of my film opening. Getting royalty free music would be easiest.
First, I went to Purple Planet and looked through their selection. None of their categories seemed to fit what I was looking for, though.
Next, I went to the YouTube Audio Library and put in the filters for what I was looking for. Out of the options, I decided on cinematic and dramatic.
I looked through the songs until I found one that I liked. This song is the best option I've found, and I think I'm gonna stick with it.
Friday, March 13, 2020
Know Who You Are
A little update...
I need to decide on my target audience for my film. So I did a little (more) research.
The usual target audience of the mystery genre is mature audiences around 15-40 years old. This is because the films revolve around some type of crime (usually a murder) and can get intense or confusing to follow along (with all of the information given), which may be inappropriate or not appealing for younger viewers. There can also be a presence of other adult themes/occurrences (such as cursing or other acts of violence). Females appear to be the majority of viewers, but the films are targeted towards men and women.
The target audience for my film would be about 15-30 year olds (both men and women) as a murder is the focal point. Also, the characters are on the younger side (the suspects ranging from high school to college students), so it would appeal to a younger audience who could possibly identify with some of the characters. Also, the mix of female and male characters would appeal to both genders.
I need to decide on my target audience for my film. So I did a little (more) research.
The usual target audience of the mystery genre is mature audiences around 15-40 years old. This is because the films revolve around some type of crime (usually a murder) and can get intense or confusing to follow along (with all of the information given), which may be inappropriate or not appealing for younger viewers. There can also be a presence of other adult themes/occurrences (such as cursing or other acts of violence). Females appear to be the majority of viewers, but the films are targeted towards men and women.
The target audience for my film would be about 15-30 year olds (both men and women) as a murder is the focal point. Also, the characters are on the younger side (the suspects ranging from high school to college students), so it would appeal to a younger audience who could possibly identify with some of the characters. Also, the mix of female and male characters would appeal to both genders.
Thursday, March 12, 2020
It's Gonna Be Great
A little update...
I decided that the second half of the opening will also serve as the credits. The detective will be pinning up pictures and other papers onto a "clue board". The pictures will include all of the characters, with their real names written underneath. All of the other credits (director, editor, etc.) will also be displayed using this method.
The shots will all be close-ups of the papers being pinned to the board. Nothing else will be seen except for the detective's hand and whatever is being pinned.
I was also thinking of having some of the items connected via red or purple string/yarn.
The final shot will include the title (Three's A Crowd) which will also be pinned to the board. It'll zoom out to showcase the board in its entirety before cutting and ending.
I want to include a score for this part of the opening, as silence would not work here. It needs some type of music to make it more interesting and keep the attention of the viewer.
I decided that the second half of the opening will also serve as the credits. The detective will be pinning up pictures and other papers onto a "clue board". The pictures will include all of the characters, with their real names written underneath. All of the other credits (director, editor, etc.) will also be displayed using this method.
The shots will all be close-ups of the papers being pinned to the board. Nothing else will be seen except for the detective's hand and whatever is being pinned.
I was also thinking of having some of the items connected via red or purple string/yarn.
The final shot will include the title (Three's A Crowd) which will also be pinned to the board. It'll zoom out to showcase the board in its entirety before cutting and ending.
I want to include a score for this part of the opening, as silence would not work here. It needs some type of music to make it more interesting and keep the attention of the viewer.
Wednesday, March 11, 2020
Something Better
A little update...
I have finally finished the new storyboard. I changed a few things, so hopefully it's more interesting now.
I have finally finished the new storyboard. I changed a few things, so hopefully it's more interesting now.
Now, there aren't just medium shots of the individual characters. There are also two-shots which include the detective and a suspect. Although, each suspect and the detective still have shots that are only of them. I figured it would make the scene a little more interesting, add a little variety, and make it a little less static.
The second half will just be a series of close-ups of pinning up the pictures/information. I'll discuss this in more depth in a later post. Two of the panels were left blank to account for the other credits that I'll be including. The final shot will be of the title, ending the film opening.
Monday, March 09, 2020
We Know the Way
A little update...
I have officially decided to film in my garage. It's the best location for how I want my film opening to look.
I didn't set them up for the picture, but we have a table and a couple chairs (as indicated above) that could be used in the opening. The sketch above indicates how I might set them up. Of course, for the individual shots, I would change the orientation and have them seated against the wall, looking straight ahead.
I still have to play around with the lighting, figure out how it looks at certain times of the day and how using lights would affect the overall look.
I have officially decided to film in my garage. It's the best location for how I want my film opening to look.
This is how the area of my garage where I want to film looks at the moment (without the car)
I would take the posters off the wall and move the tennis ball so it wasn't in the way while filming. It would look similar to the above picture. Although, the shots wouldn't be as far back.
I didn't set them up for the picture, but we have a table and a couple chairs (as indicated above) that could be used in the opening. The sketch above indicates how I might set them up. Of course, for the individual shots, I would change the orientation and have them seated against the wall, looking straight ahead.
I still have to play around with the lighting, figure out how it looks at certain times of the day and how using lights would affect the overall look.
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