A Day at Brookfield - ID# 505
Maine East
Cinematography
Entry Description
A day at the zoo.
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- 4/14 9:08 am - Exposure: The outdoor scenes are generally well-exposed, capturing the vibrancy of the zoo. However, indoor shots, like the nocturnal house at 1:35, are underexposed, obscuring details. Adjusting ISO or aperture settings could mitigate this issue. Focus: Focus is maintained effectively in most shots. The close-up of the lion at 0:55 is particularly sharp, drawing attention to the subject's features. Composition: The use of the rule of thirds is evident, especially in the shot of the flamingos at 0:15, where the birds are positioned off-center, creating a balanced composition. Camera Movement: The pan across the penguin exhibit at 1:00 is smooth, providing a comprehensive view of the habitat. This movement adds dynamism to the scene. Lighting: Natural lighting is utilized effectively in outdoor scenes. However, indoor exhibits, such as the aquarium at 1:40, lack sufficient lighting, resulting in grainy footage. Incorporating portable lighting solutions could enhance these scenes. PROS: Dynamic compositions. AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT: Focus mechanics, smooth camera movement, visual variety.
- 4/9 8:07 am - Good job showing off a diversity of shots in one specific place. You showed how you can use both light and movement in your shots while doing a nice job accentuating your shots to the music.
- 3/20 8:42 am - Beautiful shots at the zoo. The colors are vivid and frequently the compositions are engaging. That said, for a cinematography reel, limiting yourself to the zoo is a very narrow constraint in which to display the breadth of your lighting, compositional skills and overall cinematographic fundamentals. I'd also state that your handheld work doesn't always serve you well and that some of these shots would be better served on a tripod or stabilized.
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