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Hsieh "freedom, liberation, loosening" |
In class we are always filming with
multiple cameras. Generally, one follows the teacher and the
rest track individual students. Sometimes, with permission, we
invite photographers and cinematographers to take photos as
well. Filming at home usually takes two people - the
dancer and the recorder. There are several considerations:
1. sending the file(s) so we know who the student was and
when the film was taken. 2. It is much easier for us if
each set filmed is a separate file. This also keeps filesizes
manageable. Keep a copy. 3. You will want to make
absolutely sure the camera has enough power, the lens is
clean and any lens cap has been removed. 4. A simple
monochromatic background is best - one that contrasts enough
with whatever the student is wearing is optimal. Note: besides
clothes, one should account for hair, shoes, face and hands.
Chromakey sheets are NOT necessary. 5. Note
that weapons often reflect light - the results can vary from
disastrous to artistic. 6. Usually natural light is good
enough, provided there are sufficient amounts. Long (36" to
48") fluorescent bulbs like one might use to illuminate an
aquarium are one inexpensive way to light a subject. 7.
Take some practice shots first - we have found what the human
sees and what the camera produces are not always identical
especially when the dancer is wearing black or white.
8. Particular attention has to be paid to not overheating
the student especially in summer with extra lights in use. We
have noticed some students are sensitive to the extra light as
well - sometimes sunglasses are a solution. 9. The
use of a tripod is recommended |
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