This video compiles some tips for shooting better videos, including:
- Paying attention to exposure
- Locking your exposure using AE/AF Lock
- Zooming In/Out while filming
- Manually selecting the subject to focus on
It also includes my first-ever attempt at GreenScreening. I used DoInk, which cost me $6.99 to download. It required me to select my background photos first, then allowed me to film over top of them. Lacking large pieces of paper or fabric in a uniform, bright colour, I had to use a towel in my bathroom… not the most glamorous of studios. Now that I’ve done it, I would definitely put more time into the pre-shooting phase, to plan out a little story and add graphics, then film myself (or my subject).
I can see how GreenScreening would be fun in the classroom! Just be sure to plan your story, images, and graphics ahead of time.
(Laura)
Hi Katrina,
I can’t seem to make the video play……
I agree that this would be a fun classroom activity and definitely would like to plan it some more.
Laura