Write from your own backyard
WEEK 4 - "Isolation"
an Access Bellingham Community short film
Working Together, Apart
Thank you to all of you who sent in clips for our "Signs of Spring" video. As most of you know, the direction changed as the project moved forward. Images of "happy springtime" blended with the concept of isolation and emptiness that is in the air right now.
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From this unlikely combination came the short film "Isolation."
Homework
1 - WHAT DO YOU WANT TO LEARN?
Any requests? What can I share with you that may help you create videos during this time? Are there areas that you want to improve in?
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These lessons are for YOU and I hope to offer you something valuable. So please let me know.
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Connect with me and other Access Producers on our Facebook Group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/ABvideotraining/
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1 - MAKE YOUR OWN MONTAGE VIDEO
Want to take on a challenge? Film the world around you and set the images to music.
Although you'll only have a 3:minute final video (approx.), plan on spending a half day filming. It takes time to find those images that you are really happy with.
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What to film? Really anything that interests you. Possibilities are:
- buildings
- beaches
- gardens
- water
- alleys
- food
- animals
- trees
- shadows
- light
- sculptures
- art
- happiness
- isolation
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.... the list is truly endless.
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TWO IMPORTANT POINTS:
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Go in with a goal. It is usually not enough to say "I am going to go film something interesting". That can leave you running around with you camera in your bag and never pressing record. Instead, have a goal, no matter how silly it might seem at first: "I am going to film cool rocks" ... that will get you further.
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Two
Have fun and stay safe.
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3 - SHARE YOUR VIDEOS
Share your videos with our Facebook Group.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/ABvideotraining/
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Links for more information and inspiration
Chickens - the movie
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Here's a little video I did for inspiration. For those of you who know me, you'll find it no surprise that I made a video about chickens. Simple montage of shots set to music.
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Need music?
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A favorite site of mine for free music is "FMA" Free music archive.
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They have a wide selection of music that is a great match for a montage video. And its all free.
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- click on "Search FMA"
- then, in the search bar type in a genra you are interested. (for example "folk")
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You'll likely get lots of good hits.
I always like to credit the musician and song in my videos. I think it is good practice.
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simple as:
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Music by:
Cool Band
"Song of Many Notes"
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Now it's your turn
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Any other sites with Royalty -free music you like to use?
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Link them on our Facebook Page at:
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https://www.facebook.com/groups/ABvideotraining/
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NEED CAMERAS AND GEAR?
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Don't forget, cameras and gear are still available for you to borrow.
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Use the camera reservation calendar on the website. Once your camera is reserved. Send me a text to confirm.