So today I am shooting my final exercise for the semester. This will be a short scene using the principle of match cuts to inform my editing decisions. Originally, Robin suggested recreating this exercise that we did in class, but I ended… Continue Reading
During the consults this Wednesday, Robin suggested that my final exercise build on the editing approach that I had unconsciously adopted from my Corridor exercise. He suggested that I do another exercise with actors, and incorporate match cuts as not… Continue Reading
According to the Studio Guide, a blog post on our thoughts about collaboration is required…so here it is. Throughout this semester, we have participated in small group or class exercises that work like a mini film crew. These were helpful… Continue Reading
It occurred to me after my post on the different types of match cuts that audio actually plays a really important role. However, although audio match cuts can be used in the same way as visual cuts to connect two… Continue Reading
When we watch any piece of cinematic product on TV or film, we generally take the sound that accompanies the visual for granted. In terms of recreating situations and special effects, we often give all the focus to things like… Continue Reading
I had a chat with Robin a couple of weeks earlier where he mentioned thinking more about narrative/meaning rather than focusing solely on the graphic. Initially I was hesitant about this because I struggle more with narrative so I tend… Continue Reading
Robin suggested doing something like having a match cut from a door to a car door. This is kind of that. Ignoring all the shoddy filming/lighting issues, the main point of this exercise was to practice 1) cutting during the… Continue Reading
After three semesters of Media, I think (definitely know) I should know better by now that things are never going to go the way you want them to go. You set out to achieve a plan with grand ideas and… Continue Reading
In order to further my investigation into match cutting, I thought I’d do some research and write up a little summary on how they are used in editing. So the basic idea of the match cut is to connect two… Continue Reading
Going with Robin’s suggestion, I have had another go at editing the fruit salad exercise since the first draft was done in such a rush. It’s not perfect, but I am happier with how this one turned out – the… Continue Reading