In Week 11, we transitioned from pre-production to filming, marking a significant milestone in our project. Our first scenes were shot at Harper’s house, a key location of our short film. The initial scene took us 3-4 hours to film, as we were still getting accustomed to the process. However, this experience was invaluable in helping us understand the intricacies of filming, from setting up shots to getting used to the devices.

One of the most notable breakthroughs was the improvement in our efficiency. The team quickly adapted after the initial lengthy shoot, and our subsequent filming sessions became more streamlined and effective. This progress was a testament to our growing familiarity with the equipment and our roles within the team.

Despite our progress, we faced several challenges. One particularly memorable incident occurred during the filming of our first scene. The sky was initially cloudy and dark. However, the weather suddenly changed, becoming sunnier than ever. To maintain continuity, we decided to postpone filming to the next day, hoping for similar weather conditions. Ironically, the next day was even sunnier, forcing us to reshoot the entire scene. Despite this setback, the reshoot went twice as fast, and we successfully secured the two outdoor scenes.

Another challenge was ensuring high-quality sound. We were committed to capturing perfect audio, which led to some amusing moments, such as crawling on the grass field to position the microphone correctly. Moreover, as a result of many failed sound recordings, we also decided to take separate sounds later and link the sound audio to the shot right after filming all to save time.  

Next week, our goal is to complete the filming process and transition to editing, with Daniel in charge. The lessons learned from our initial filming sessions will guide us in the remaining shoots, helping us avoid past mistakes and build on our successes.