Editing the footage from Valentines park

Today we have been editing the clips that we shot in Valentines park. We had lots of clips from there so we have a variety of clips that we could use to make up the music clip. We put the clips in the places that weren't filled up but there is much more editing we need to do. We still need to make the video flow a bit better and shoot few more scene because the previous clips that we have shot haven't been too good and ruins the video. We have got different locations to film these scenes because we decided that the location we used for the beginning of the video weren't good enough. 

Filming at Valentines park

Today we went and filmed at Valentines park in Ilford. We went and filmed the last scene that we are going to do outside. There was a lot of different features that we filmed so it looked like the character was wondering around. I was the actor so i had to get in the mood of the character and be emotional. We went looking around the park first to see what sort of locations there was then we chose few of the eye-catching ones. I sang the whole song so we captured everything so when it comes to editing we have lots of footage to pick from. The weather was also good for the filming as it was bright and not gloomy and allowed the camera to pick things up easily. the park had similar characteristics as Goodmayes (the other location we filmed at) so it didn't look like we have moved on to a totally different park. This is good as the music video will flow better than if the park looked different and also the brightness of the day was very similar to the day we filmed in Goodmayes park.

Itchycoo Park- Small Faces and Valentines Park

The song Itchy-coo Park was by the Small Faces which where fairly famous in the 60's. This is important to us because they filmed their video in Valentines Park in Ilford, which is the place we want to go and film the last part of our music video. It is special to us because it is a famous place which we are going to film and it has made history
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More editing

Today we done more editing and uploaded some of the footage from the park. We have worked hard to get the lip syncing to be on time. Some parts we harder than others, and we found more effects that go well with our video and the emotions we are trying to create. its been fun using also the special effects and other tools available. We do have lots more editing to do on the clips from the park and some more filming.

Editing

Today we uploaded the parts of the clips that we filmed in Goodmayes park.  We uploaded and edited it roughly because we don't have all the clips. This is why we have to put it together until we can get all the clips and fill in the gaps. 

Filming at Goodmayes park

Today me and my group went to film in Goodmayes park. However we did originally plan to go to Valentines Park but we didn't have much time to go there. there was various parts to the park so we filmed in different paces. For example we filmed one part on the bridge and then on part looking off the bridge. We also filmed at the entrance where it had a long pathway which was great to show a flash back of the two couples walking together. We didn't really have any difficulties in filming but we did try to avoid others getting into the clip. Below are some pictures of the places we filmed.

Second stage of editing

Today we edited the scenes that we shot on the school stage. we first uploaded all the clips and then broke them up into smaller section so we could see clearly what we have recorded. We then picked out the best bits and shots. We did try to use a range of shots like long and close up shots, as well as low and high angle shots to give more character to each shot. Then we joined the scenes together by layering them and using the "mountain" tool to make the clips flow and look like a proper music video. It was interesting using all the different tools and effects and it has helped me understand more about how to use these equipment's. 

Filming

Today we went and filmed the next part of the music video. We got to use the school stage for this part. Firstly we had to sort out the lighting and then the setting of the stage. We decided to use the black curtains to cover up the walls as it gave a more professional look to the the setting. We  had the singer stand in various places of the stage and then we filmed from different angels. There were some long shots and close up of the singer. The singer was also told to move around the stage to emphasis the movement and add some character. Another good shot we conducted was to have a high angel shot so it made the singer look fragile and vulnerable. This really emphasis how she feels and all the emotions shes going through.

Editing the first part

At first it was hard to grasp on the role of editing. But we did do simple editing for example uploading and cutting the clips into smaller sections. Then we put the clips in with the song so it matched. This part was difficult as we had to link the hand movements with the actual music playing. We had to cut different parts and place them together and make it look smooth as possible. This is so the video looks professional and interesting to watch. 

Filming the first scene

Today we filmed the first part of the music video again as the first time we done it, it didn't quite plan out the way we hoped. So we have tried shooting again and it seemed to go fine. We had to set all the props up and the camera. We told the character to sit on the floor with the acoustic guitar. this links in with the music playing at the beginning of the song. For this scene the character didn't sing as we only shot the first 30 seconds of the song. We had to adjust the lighting as we made it darker to create a sad atmosphere. We shot from different angles and from different distances. We tried to make her look vulnerable and full of emotion as we filmed her from a high angle shot. 

Roles within the team

Now I will be the main singer but when it comes to editing the video clips I will also put my expertise into it. Jenna has put herself forward to be the person who records the video and Sam too. They will come in and edit when they have time but in lesson time we will all have input and edit together. Some people may be better at something than others so they might be in charge of that. 

Rough outline of initial ideas

This is just a rough outline of our first ideas and what we might include in our music video.

Location

The location that we have picked is a local park in Ilford. It is very attractive and has lots of features that we can add in the film to create a specific atmosphere. We want to create a calm yet sad and emotional feeling. The aim is to get the viewers attached to the singer/character and all the emotions they are going through. Below are some pictures of some parts of the park where we  could potentially film.