Although I did a variation of this for my Formative Feedback presentation, that was a concise overview of my work so far. Today I have tried to catalogue everything I have completed to date in the module – including tasks I have finished but not yet documented. It’s really helpful to see a comprehensive collection…… Continue reading Taxonomy of work so far & reflecting on completed tasks
Assisting with Studio Portraits / Reflecting on my own practice.
Assisting with today’s photoshoot was not immediately relevant to any of my current projects. However, if I intend to identify as a photographer it is important to be familiar with how to set-up a basic studio portrait shoot using flash photography and a bounce board. Photo-journalist Alice Aedy often photographs on-location, however, I have noticed…… Continue reading Assisting with Studio Portraits / Reflecting on my own practice.
Workshop Videography & Photography | Time planning and creating representative content
My brief here has been to film the Salsa workshops leading up to the flash mob event. It has been a good way of refining my technical skills, as I have encountered a number of practical challenges… Lighting & Corrective Editing These workshops have all been indoors in low-light. Almost all of my content has…… Continue reading Workshop Videography & Photography | Time planning and creating representative content
Salsa Flash Mob Videography | Reflecting on collaborative experience
This was the first real collaborative experience I have had so far this term with videography, despite reaching out to fellow coursemates. The team today was a network of fellow lens-based practitioners, some who I had met through Salseros Unite contacts, and some who I had reached out to on the year below in VisCom.…… Continue reading Salsa Flash Mob Videography | Reflecting on collaborative experience
Being more selective! Quality over quantity.
Two occasions have emphasised my need to be more selective when choosing which images to share on my Instagram or with clients. Rainbow Junktion reposting images from an event This should have been a really positive thing, as any reposts/resharing of my work helps with networking and finding new opportunities. However, two of the images…… Continue reading Being more selective! Quality over quantity.
Human Aquarium Exhibition Launch | Event Photography
I am pleased with the photo series I have produced as I think it successfully documents the positive atmosphere of the launch party as well as the pieces of work on show. The unusual lighting and textures may mean some of these photos could add variety to my portfolio, and make a more visually engaging…… Continue reading Human Aquarium Exhibition Launch | Event Photography
Runner for Break The Seal | Insight into being on set
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wMG6CVZqKFc&feature=youtu.be Being a part of Break the Seal short film was a very new experience, as I had never worked with a full filming crew. I could see why the budget for TV drama is higher than documentary – it needs it! There was so many elements such as dressing the scene and hiring actors…… Continue reading Runner for Break The Seal | Insight into being on set
Summat 2019 Promo Film: Interview Visual Composition
We decided not to use artificial lighting as there was adequate daylight in the filming location. However, it was important to try out a few different compositions to work out which would be most appropriate. Initially, the composition where the coloured sofa and shelving in the background seemed like it might be more interesting. However,…… Continue reading Summat 2019 Promo Film: Interview Visual Composition
Summat 2019 Promo Film | Collaborating with Liam Hamer
https://youtu.be/kr2GZ0qMfdo I feel Liam and I evaluated each other’s abilities and areas of need well with this collaboration, which resulted in a well-made final outcome with valid contribution from both of us. Having submitted my film Green Guide Leeds to be exhibited in the Summat 2019 art exhibition, I was approached by Leeds Tidal to…… Continue reading Summat 2019 Promo Film | Collaborating with Liam Hamer
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