Friday, 23 November 2012

Bokeh


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"bokeh describes the rendition of out-of-focus points of light"
By using this effect in our music video, it would create a charactered background. This would tie in with our mystical, magical theme that we want to capture. It softens the shot aesthetically, making it easier on the eye for the audience. 

Tuesday, 13 November 2012

Photo shoot ideas; CD and poster - Emily

As there will be one girl that is the main focus of the video, she will also be the main focus for the CD and poster. The story will also be shown on the poster and CD so people are also interested in what the song is about, and if the know the song already, then the images will draw their attention in even more especially if they know the video.
Ideas for photo shoot; CD & Poster:

- Katy Perry, wide awake video-inspired image of the girl and her ex touching hands in the air in the dark, woodland setting with a fire around highlighting their hands and side of face.

- Girl walking in the dark, searching, while holding the lantern.
-Girl and boy standing next to each other, sillouhettes of each other.
-Face shot of girl with text drawn on her face which shows the song title and artist name.
-Face shot of girl, subtle makeup with tribal pattern on face. 





Band photo shoot analysis - Lizzy



     The Wanted in this photo show how some bands choose to position themselves in order of relevance in the band. In this instance, the lead singers who appear more in the songs are at the front, whereas the members who tend to offer harmonies are behind. We could use this with Little Grim, and position the lead singer and the front. This technique is very striking and engaging for the audience. 



     This image of the Beatles isn't posed, and suggests they are a band of 'real' music. They are pictured playing their instruments, which is an aspect we may include in our band photos of Little Grim. This is because it tells the audience that they are a band, rather than just a vocal group.


  This photo of One Direction is conventionally similar to the above photo of Radiohead, but offers a different meaning. The band members are slightly separated from one another, seen leaning on each other, holding props, or having their hands in their pockets. This allows the audience to separately observe each band member, as they each covey their personalities. They appear to be standing against a white backdrop or wall, which makes the photo easier on the eye, and gives the photo a cleaner edge. 


    This photo of Radiohead shows all five members in a tightly compacted frame. The positioning of the band members allows the composition to work well, as they have taken close attention to the heights of each person. They appear laid back, which suggests the type of music they make, and conveys the personality and quality that it may offer. Black and white are usually related with formality, so the effect used may be suggesting that they are professional in the way they make their music.