During the week’s workshop, making a long shot proved to be a great challenge in terms of framing and timing. Good communication was also important, which was also emphasised in the week’s lecture. I strongly believe that, after this weeks worth of class sitting, the ability to empathise and talk to people is most important aspect of media. At the end of the day we create media to communicate to our ideas and thoughts to the audience. All of this would not be possible if we could not bring our message across to the people making it happen either. The clarity and planning through the exchange of words from person to person will influence the end result and the production of new media content.

An interesting quote that touches on the power in communication:

“Communication – the human connection – is the key to personal and career success” (Paul J. Meyer”

Although this is not video related, I am conducting a photo shoot on the weekend. Absorbing the information that I have learnt during the week, I main focus will be talking to my client. The time and location that I have chosen has a good balance of light and shadows. To achieve the desired effect that I am going for, it is important that I have proper communication in my direction with the model. Short and concise instructions is what I aim for in my directing. Although I am trying to improve my communication in still imaging work, it also translates to video as well.

I have found that no one can read my mind, and I have to ensure that my message gets across. This is an important skill to have for future projects. Furthermore, as I start to form my own directing style, I will try to also incorporate some kind of feed back system. Constructive criticism will inform me on what not to say for next time, as I have learn throughout the years that I can say some insensitive things.