Camera induction
Charlie showed us how to correctly to unpack the camera and repack it, we then got on to setting up the tripod this involved unpacking screwing the legs right height and making sure it is level next we attached to camera and when through the settings on the camera and what they do. Also we were shown how to correctly pack away the tripod making sure the head is at the foam part of the bag.
In groups of three we went around the college taking photos and learning how to use the camera. |
Sound induction
We spend the morning learning about the Tascam, Rode microphone and how sound is a very important in film making, Ed cooper showed us how to set up both pieces of equipment to work with each other then proceeded to show us the correct settings to use and how to record properly with it making sure never to go over 0DB/peak always record at about -6DB. We were also show how to use a boom pole and how to attach the microphone to it he showed us how to wrap the cable correctly around the pole also how to correctly pack the equipment away.
WAV
16bit or 24bit
48.000KHZ
MONO
Then in groups of three we were set a task to go outside and inside the college also a busy road to record dialog in different environments and learn how to use the boom and microphone in the correct way to capture the sound we wanted.
WAV
16bit or 24bit
48.000KHZ
MONO
Then in groups of three we were set a task to go outside and inside the college also a busy road to record dialog in different environments and learn how to use the boom and microphone in the correct way to capture the sound we wanted.
Light induction
Ed was showing us the different types of lights in the studio and what they are used for in filming lighting red head lights, led lights and small led. I then learned about the hazards of using lights and how to correctly use them in safe method. Then Ed went though how to correctly unpack/repack the lights he explained and demonstrated how set the lights.
I studied how to set up a basic 3 point lighting system with a key light, fill light and a backlight, this is a basic setup but it can have drastic effects of the subject if you move and turn off some of the lights it can change how the subject is perceived by the audience. |
Recreate a picture
I decided to choose the late and great Steve Jobs, the reason why? because he was one of the greatest pioneers of computer technology. He changed the mobile phone as we know it, he created a revolution in phone technology. He saved Apple and now it's one of the most richest, well known and iconic companies in the world thanks to one man Steve Jobs.
The picture turned out good the framing isn’t right and the lighting but if I showed this to a stranger who knew of Steve Jobs they would get the picture reference. In the future i need to double check my framing and lighting.
Audio
What is an audio frequency?
An audio frequency is a frequency of oscillation capable of being perceived by the human ear, generally between 20 and 20,000 Hz. A waveform is the shape and form of a signal such as a wave moving in a physical medium or an abstract representation.
What frequencies can a human ear can hear?
A human ear can hear frequencies from 20 Hz up to 20,000 Hz. As we get older, or exposed to loud sounds which damage our ears.
What is noise?
In audio, noise is generally any unpleasant sound and, more technically, any unwanted sound that is unintentionally added to a desired sound. In recording sound, noise is often present on analog tape or low-fidelity digital recordings. The standard audiocassette includes a layer of hiss on every recording.
What is white noise?
Noise containing many frequencies with equal intensities, Audio, recording, and broadcast systems, audio noise refers to the residual low-level sound (four major types: hiss, rumble, crackle, and hum) that is heard in quiet periods of program. Noise is often generated deliberately and used as a test signal for audio recording and reproduction equipment.
Definition of a frequency
The frequency of a wave is the number of waves produced by a source each second. It is also the number of waves that pass a certain point each second. The unit of frequency is the hertz (Hz). It is common for kilohertz (kHz), megahertz (MHz) and gigahertz (GHz) to be used when waves have very high frequencies. For example, most people cannot hear a high-pitched sound above 20kHz, radio stations broadcast radio waves with frequencies of about 100MHz.
Amplitude
As waves travel, they set up patterns of disturbance. The amplitude of a wave is its maximum disturbance from its undisturbed position. Take care, the amplitude is not the distance between the top and bottom of a wave.
Wavelength
The wavelength of a wave is the distance between a point on one wave and the same point on the next wave. It is often easiest to measure this from the crest of one wave to the crest of the next wave,
but it doesn't matter where as long as it is the same point in eac
What frequencies can a human ear can hear?
A human ear can hear frequencies from 20 Hz up to 20,000 Hz. As we get older, or exposed to loud sounds which damage our ears.
What is noise?
In audio, noise is generally any unpleasant sound and, more technically, any unwanted sound that is unintentionally added to a desired sound. In recording sound, noise is often present on analog tape or low-fidelity digital recordings. The standard audiocassette includes a layer of hiss on every recording.
What is white noise?
Noise containing many frequencies with equal intensities, Audio, recording, and broadcast systems, audio noise refers to the residual low-level sound (four major types: hiss, rumble, crackle, and hum) that is heard in quiet periods of program. Noise is often generated deliberately and used as a test signal for audio recording and reproduction equipment.
Definition of a frequency
The frequency of a wave is the number of waves produced by a source each second. It is also the number of waves that pass a certain point each second. The unit of frequency is the hertz (Hz). It is common for kilohertz (kHz), megahertz (MHz) and gigahertz (GHz) to be used when waves have very high frequencies. For example, most people cannot hear a high-pitched sound above 20kHz, radio stations broadcast radio waves with frequencies of about 100MHz.
Amplitude
As waves travel, they set up patterns of disturbance. The amplitude of a wave is its maximum disturbance from its undisturbed position. Take care, the amplitude is not the distance between the top and bottom of a wave.
Wavelength
The wavelength of a wave is the distance between a point on one wave and the same point on the next wave. It is often easiest to measure this from the crest of one wave to the crest of the next wave,
but it doesn't matter where as long as it is the same point in eac
Principles of Equalization
There are two primary ways to use EQ when mixing. Creative equalization is perfect for those times when you want to add a little attitude to a track or make it more stylistically appropriate than when it was recorded. Corrective EQ, on the other hand, comes into play when you need to adjust the timbre of an instrument so it sits well in a mix.
An equalizer, in its broad description, allows you to boost or cut the volume of specified frequencies. During the mix, equalization can be effectively used in different ways to correct problems that were created during the recording session.
There are among several types of equalizers available there are five main categories that have proven to be the most useful in a mixing situation high shelf, low shelf, high pass and low pass. Here is list of each equalizer’s description and common uses.
Peak
High shelf
Low shelf
Low pass
cutting too much high end of the track.
An equalizer, in its broad description, allows you to boost or cut the volume of specified frequencies. During the mix, equalization can be effectively used in different ways to correct problems that were created during the recording session.
There are among several types of equalizers available there are five main categories that have proven to be the most useful in a mixing situation high shelf, low shelf, high pass and low pass. Here is list of each equalizer’s description and common uses.
Peak
- It allows you to cut or boost frequencies around the center frequency.
- A Peak Eq. is extremely versatile. It can be used to pinpoint and cut/boost a very precise frequency or it can be used in a broader way to correct wider acoustic problems. It is usually utilized in the middle of the frequency range.
High shelf
- It cuts or boosts the frequency at the cutoff and all the frequencies higher than the set cutoff point.
- It is usually used in the mid-high and high end of the spectrum. It can be effectively used to brighten up a track by using a positive gain of 3 or 4 dB and a cutoff frequency of 10 kHz and higher. It can also be used to reduce the noise of a track by reducing by 3 or 4 dB frequencies around 15 kHz and higher
Low shelf
- It cuts or boosts the frequency at the cutoff and all the frequencies lower than the set cutoff point.
- It is usually used in the low-mid and low range of the audible spectrum to reduce some of the rumble noise caused by microphone stands and other low end sources
- It cuts all the frequencies below the cutoff point. It has only one parameter which is the cutoff frequency.
- It is a very drastic filter. It is often used to cut very low rumble noises below 60 Hz
Low pass
- It cuts all the frequencies above the cutoff point. It has only one parameter which is the cutoff frequency.
cutting too much high end of the track.
Sound capture
Today Mark set us a task in our groups to record sound for types of camera shots used in film making to learn about the different techniques involved. We had to create a perspiration for the class about how we captured the sound and what problems we encountered while filming.
I was given the role of DOP I was in charge of the camera equipment and recreating the shot as best I could. We we’re given six shots to film and capture sound they are as follows:
I forgot to take screen shots of this production process but I have some footage and I have some audio I recorded from a different project to demonstrate this. |
I thought this project went well as a team we all work good together and followed instructions. We should of put more thought in to the location as it was a busy part of college with students and teachers walking in to shot and out of shot. In some of the recordings you can here people talking in the background this again could have been fix if we just waited until it was completely quiet or changed location. The shots turned out good with maybe the low angle not usable, as the subject is not framed correctly. As for the sound we need to work on it more as it sound alight but not useable for a real life production the levels were all over the place and the background noise was loud with a lot of white noise being captured, we need to think out side of the box more about capturing sound and use different types methods to capture.
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Production tip always try and record a second source of audio in case you to forget to slate/clap for the audio sync. It's a good back up so you can match up the audio and in other cases if something bad happens to the main audio you have a back up.
Sound capture #2
We were set the same task again, we had different groups this week so in our groups to record sound for types of camera shots used in film making to learn about the different techniques involved. We had to create a perspiration for the class about how we captured the sound and what problems we encountered while filming.
I was given the role of capturing behind the scenes to show how we captured the audio. When we finished filming I exported my videos. Oile edited the fottage together and synced the audio i helped him edit, keeping notes of what we need to and have done. Also writing down any problems we have on the fottage and sound to talking about them in the perspiration. |
Reflection and audience feedbackOur production standard was I think to very high grade, we met our deadline and created a professional looking video. But we over looked a major part of this production the location. There was a generator at the location and we didn’t notice this until we showed Mark in our perspiration. He spotted this straight away and brought it up. “The sound is not up to a good standard he would not use that in a production” he was right I personal would not use it in a production but the hole group over looked this situation. He also mentioned that our signal ratio was not good so there was a lot of noise in the recording.
Next time we need to be more careful about the locations, take our time in scouting and check the recording noise level to try and avoid a weak signal level. |
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