SADIYA SHAHID

Practicing/ implementing concepts into pictures

  180 DEGREE  RULE___ -180 degree rule: The 180-degree rule states that two characters (or more) in a scene should always have the same left/right relationship with each other. The 180-degree rule is a cinematography rule concerning the space between two actors within a frame. Imagine an invisible line, or axis, passes through the two actors. Under the 180-degree rule, the camera can move anywhere on its side, but it should not pass over the axis.  Not to break 180 degree rule:

 RULE OF THIRDS__ - Rule of thirds and why it is useful:   The Rule of Thirds is arguably the core of composition techniques. It’s a simple enough rule to learn and follow and will elevate the quality of your shots. Divide your frame into three sections vertically and three sections horizontally. Then, simply place your subject at one of the intersecting points. Simple enough! The Rule of Thirds works because it creates an asymmetrical image, thus mimicking natural and organic landscapes and imagery. It feels more natural to the human eye. Strict, perfect, geometrical shapes and arrangements are man made, but asymmetrical and uneven designs and layouts are more organic and natural. -Why is the rule of thirds useful? Now that you know how to follow the rule of thirds, it’s important to understand why it matters and what exactly it can do for your photos. Really, the rule of thirds is about two things: • balance •Dynamism (movement) First, by positioning key elements at rul...

  EDITING TECHNIQUES __   -What is editing?   Editing is the process of selecting, arranging, and manipulating raw footage or content to create a final, polished product. Editing may include cutting and arranging scenes, adjusting timing, adding visual or audio effects, and refining the overall presentation to achieve the desired impact or message. It plays a crucial role in shaping the final narrative and aesthetic of a piece of media.  Types of editing: -Non continuity editing:   It is an editing which refers to an approach in film or video editing that deliberately disrupts the conventional rules of continuity editing. • Some techniques associated with non-continuity editing include: 1)Montage sequence:  Rapid juxtaposition of unrelated shots or images to convey information, evoke emotions, or compress time in a non-linear manner. 2)Jump cuts:  A jump cut in filmmaking is an edit to a single, sequential shot that makes the action appear to...

  COMPOSITION Lightening   What is cinematic lightening? Cinematic lighting refers to the deliberate use of light in filmmaking to achieve specific visual and emotional effects. There are some lighting techniques that generally lead to this look, •Key light/main light:  The primary and most intense light source that illuminates the main subject. Its placement and intensity determine the overall look and mood of the scene. •Back light:  Backlight is light that hits an actor or subject from behind, typically higher than the subject it is exposing.  • Rim light:    A rim light is placed behind a subject that exposes the outline or rim of the subject with light. This lighting highlights the contours of a subject and creates a dramatic and mysterious effect. • Rembrandt lighting:  Rembrandt lighting consists of a single light source placed on a 45 degree offset from the subject, about 5 feet away. Positioned roughly two feet higher than eye level,...

  CAMERA ANGLES Using the resource at the end, I was able to learn more about camera angles that are: •Low angle shot The subject is framed from below their eye line in a low-angle manner. A low-angle shot of one character is frequently coupled with a high-angle picture of the other character to illustrate power dynamics between characters. •High angle shot The camera, in a high-angle shot, is pointing down at your subject. It frequently makes you feel inferior to your subject as if you are “looking down” on them. However, as with any other camera angle, there are several applications. •OTS shot Another angle that might change a viewer’s perception of a scene is an over-the-shoulder shot. For example, a close-up of another character’s face taken from “over the shoulder” of another character is used to show conflict or confrontation in an OTS shot. •Dutch tilt The camera is inclined to one side for a (Dutch tilt). You can generate a sensation of disorientation, a destabilized mental...

  CAMERA MOVEMENTS Camera movements in filmmaking refer to the physical or mechanical adjustments of the camera during the shooting of a scene. These movements add dynamism, perspective, and narrative emphasis to the visual storytelling. Different types of Camera movements/shots: •Pan shot   A pan is when you move your camera from one side to the other. Panning generally is helpful to reveal a larger scene, like a crowd or to reveal something off-screen. •Zoom shot          Zooming’ is probably the most commonly used camera movement; it lets you quickly move closer to the subject without physically moving.  •Tilt shot To tilt, imagine your camera is your head nodding up and down. Tilts are helpful as a reveal technique either to unveil something from top to bottom or the reverse. • Dolly shot A ‘dolly shot’ is when the camera moves toward or away from the subject you’re shooting. Instead of utilising the zoom to get closer, the camera is physicall...

  REPRESENTATIONS IN  FILM  Representation in film openings refers to the portrayal of diverse identities, cultures, and perspectives within the initial scenes of a movie. It is how media text deals with present gender, age, ethnicity, national and regional identity, social issues and events to an audience. Types of media representation Media plays a significant role in representing the key social markers of identity, including: 1)age 2)gender 3)class 4)ethnicity 5)sexuality Age representation in the media The media represents children, youth and the elderly (categorisations based on age) differently, which influences society's behaviour towards them. Children in the media The media's representation of childhood is often through images or videos of a child being playful, happy and carefree. Youth and young people in the media The media's representation of the youth is largely associated with fashion, music, fast food, the internet etc. The advertising industry aims at you...

  What is film opening? A film opening refers to the initial part of a movie, typically encompassing the first few scenes or minutes. It serves to introduce viewers to the story, characters, and tone, aiming to capture their interest and set the stage for the narrative. Openings often include credits, establish the setting, and may feature key events or elements that foreshadow the plot. It establishes the setting and tone of the program. Title sequences also play a major role in the film opening process. It may consist of live action, animation, music, still images, and/or graphics. Title sequences can take a variety of forms, incorporating different elements. In some films, the title sequence is preceded by a Action Sequence, some of the examples of action sequence film openings are: "The Dark Knight" (2008): "Mission: Impossible - Fallout" (2018): An action sequence in a film refers to a series of scenes that involve physical feats, stunts, combat, or other dynam...