Framing and Outdoor Recording Techniques

Week 4

Framing

• Some things to keep in mind:

• Want to lead the eye to where you want your audience to see

• In recording individuals, you don’t want to cut off limbs at any point

• Must provide the following:

• Headroom

• Leading room

This doesn’t mean allowing a lot of additional space

Establishing shot Gives us location Full Shot Puts the subject in the frame

Medium Shot Generally cuts off the lower body Closeup Shot Generally allowing you to focus on the individual and possible emotions

Extreme Closeup Shot A detailed shot that could otherwise be missed

Rule of Thirds Creating Dynamic Shots

Rule of Thirds Creating Dynamic Shots Rule of Thirds Creating Dynamic Shots

Shooting Outdoors

• Using the reflector:

• Has a solid side

• Softer lighting

• Has a foil side

• Brighter lighting

• Works to bounce off light