research methods

there are many types of research such as

• primary research — original finding 
• Secondary research - summary, collation or a synthesis of someones existing work research
• qualitative research - the research that goes in to detail, the research is often used as a method of exploratory research as a basis for later qualitative research hypotheses.
• quantitative  research - research that depends on the amount of research in the detail on the document.

There are many other different methods of researching like manual research / primary research. Primary research is viewed as more time consuming and exhausting to do. The other method of research is internet based, when the finder surfs the internet to look for existing documents, this is known as secondary research.

analysing music videos

music video - rihanna we found love

the music entirely shot with spontaneous shots, the first key shot of the video is a fierce stare down of rihanna and the actor in the bathtub.

The next shot shows more effect on the audience because it shows Rihanna on her own in a field, this shows that she is alone and that there is nobody there for her. the shot is a wide one shot because it is only her in the short clip.

The next shot is a shot of lighting being struck, this shows can show a sense of stress,struggle and hardship. 

The next shot is the scene where Rihanna is in her flat where the scenery (clouds) is projected on to the wall behind her. This shows the audience what kind of state she is in (high).

The next shot is a scene where Rihanna and the actor are together behind a big fire, this shows that even when they are in great distress they still fall in love together.the shot is a mid close up two shot. 

the next shot is a shot of pills/drugs dropping, this shows the element of addiction and craze. the shot is a close up shot.

the next shot is a mid close up of Rihanna raving on the actors back, this shows a sense of happiness.

the next shot is a long shot of a building collapsing, this is when all the happiness breaks down and this also shows that she is sad.

the last shot is a mid shot of Rihanna and the actor in bathtub repeating the beginning of the video, this might show the audience how it all started

Green Screen - how its filmed

Green Screen Background is a special effect that makes a subject appear in different locations by imposing images. Gone are the days when photographers would go hunting for locations. Now all they have to do is hook up a green screen photography set up and click away.


Perhaps the most common use of this is weather forecast broadcast for TV news stations. The person telling the weather stands in front of green screen backdrops, pointing to maps and radar. (Photo Credit) Backgrounds change as information moves forward from city, state, national weather forecast to radar etc. While blue screen backgrounds are more commonly used, for digital photography, green screens have become popular due to the amount of lightning required to project quality image.


Photographers all over the world use green screens to create images that grab attention. The process of using green screens has made the experience cost effective and extremely efficient. The coordination however could get a little tricky as one has to have a clear picture in mind about what one wants.


Green screen drops come in all sizes and shapes. The least expensive backdrop will be a sheet from fabric store.


photographers can use backdrops of any colour like green,blue,purple, 


an example of this is a music video of B.O.B ft Bruno Mars - nothin on you 
the whole video is shot in a white room and the colour is cancelled out to be like a torn out photos put together. Because the artist probably could not have gone to all the locations like london,tokyo and new orleans so this cuts time and money at the same time. Also as a result in using the backdrop in a music video this will give more of an effect on the audience.


when actually filming with the back drop (green screen), the back drop has to be a specific colour, and when using it the person in the shot should not wear clothing is not the same colour as the backdrop. otherwise the person would have parts that would be missing. Also the back drop has to be properly lit ( four point lighting). The character in the shot has to be  

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8PTDv_szmL0 

prezi document

music throughout the ages on Prezi

process of shooting

The process that we have made for the video is that we have all the locations for our music video.

We have all the preparations for shooting in our locations like the restaurant Browns. Our scene is going to be a love at first site scene. We will use different types of shots like close ups, mid close ups, wide shot.

mise en scene

Monday the 10th of October:

• Clothing
• Props
• Make-up
• Effects

Clothing:- here is an idea of the specific clothing that might be used in the whole music video.

we feel that the dress code will have a better effect because our group are going for the indie love song type of feel.

 

Autumn theme
Hats 










skinny jeans, 

shirts, plain t-shirts, bow ties, scarfs and gloves 

Props:
Guitar,  - the guitar will be used in the scene where the guy is singing/ performing on the bed 

coffee mugs,

 tables chairs - will be shot in a coffee shop ( browns)

bed - will be shot in a hotel (unknown at the moment)

Effects:

• vintage 
• Dark effects
• black and white
• fade in colours 

story board

presentation feedback

In this section I will be giving feedback about other groups pitch about their music video scenario. I will also be talking on how they can improve on their pitch of the music video.

Group 1 (kamiul, shaukat, azmol and muddassir)

initial idea of the presentation - about  a man who is trying to juggle his life and his job. locations school, roof etc.

song - im no superman - lazio bane

The storyboard has a good initial idea to the story. what could have been improved is that the


Group 2 ( warda, sabeena, shuma)

song -  your the reason by victoria justice

idea of the set is going to be in a drama room, that has a a variety of flash backs that were memories from   a late night party. the theme of the song is a party/ multi coloured themed songs.


Group 3 (anthony and shoaib)

N - dubz  - should have put something on.

story board is about teenage pregnancy and how they should have worn protection.
should have added more images in the mood board.

what they could have improved is that the group could have pitched the project more effectively than how they did. they should made there objective of the video more brief to the audience.

presentation feedback

In this section I will be giving feedback about other groups pitch about their music video scenario. I will also be talking on how they can improve on their pitch of the music video.

Group 1 (kamiul, shaukat, azmol and muddassir)

initial idea of the presentation - about  a man who is trying to juggle his life and his job. locations school, roof etc.

song - im no superman - lazio bane

The storyboard has a good initial idea to the story. what could have been improved is that the


Group 2 ( warda, sabeena, shuma)

song -  your the reason by victoria justice

idea of the set is going to be in a drama room, that has a a variety of flash backs that were memories from   a late night party. the theme of the song is a party/ multi coloured themed songs.

btec homework

we where evaluating the video from the - Eminem cover video.

When we were evaluating the video, i could not find out what was the narrative of the video, so i would not know what is the message behind the video.

The mise en scene that was used was the style of clothing, the clothing gave the video a more dramatic effect. The lighting from the video was a natural lighting from the sun.

The location of the video was -
swanswell park
the subway
city centre

There was not really much facial expression, but they showed some expressions of being serious.

compared to other music videos, there was not that much movement in it so it wouldn't be that good in the music industry.

todays pleanary

today we have been planning all of the risk assessments and all of the treatments, moon board, storyboard, crew list, locations list, pictures of locations  and all of the shot list.

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monday 3rd october
pre planning for music video

planning all equipment

create a storyboard for the music video

bring in props for the music.organise group for what roles they have.

we have also made and designed a mood board for the actual theme of the music video. we have found many locations for the set.
- memorial park
- priory place
- lady herbert gardens
- coventry markets rooftops

the storyboard - the story board of the music video is a indie love story.

Existing text analysis(either Music Videos or short films/opening sequences)

Research into film/music video director

Treatment - The final video may not consist of so many different specific shots. The video will consist of two days out so majority of the video will be from a point of view shot. This will consist of a love story within the day out. The fairytale theme may not work well so we have decided to go with a colour theme. One piece of clothing or accessorie will be a specific colour for example, I will be asking the people who are participating to be wearing marron/blue. The love bit will be shown with an accoustic guitar audio over the picture. 

Mood board 

Risk assessment for each location

Ask artist for permission via Email, Twitter, Myspace Etc (Music Videos only)

Timeline analysis of chosen song  (Music Videos only)

Storyboard done 

Crew list

Shot list

Locations list

Film test footage/pictures of location 

Planning rest of Mise En Scene (clothing, props, make-up, effects etc)

the plot synopsis of the music video is to make a indie categorised music video. the plot is a kind of love chase day to day music video.

Pitch to gain feedback (presentation to the class about the ideas) - the pitch to gain feedback is by giving a presentation about what the music video is going to be about. we will be talking about the locations,props that we will use and the style of music we will be using in the video.