Video & Sound Production: Project 2
23/10/2024-17/11/2024
FENG SHIWEN / 0374595
Bachelor of Design in Creative Media
Taylor's University
INSTRUCTION
LECTURE
Week 5
What is color theory?
A scientific principle that explains how color hues and saturations are
created.
A creative discipline that examines how color is used to achieve emotional effect in visual art.
A creative discipline that examines how color is used to achieve emotional effect in visual art.
Types of Color Theory:
Color Wheel，Color Context，Color Harmony
Newton used a circle (rather than a line or other shape) to propose a
range of perceivable color.
Monochrome utilizes varying tones of just one color (usually gray).
Analogous utilizes colors that are next to each other on the color wheel.
Complementary utilizes colors that are colors that are opposite to one another
on a color wheel.
Triadic color
utilizes colors that connect together on a color wheel to form an
equilateral triangle.
Tetradic color utilizes colors that connect together on a color wheel to form a
rectangle.
Color grading vs color correction: what’s the difference?
Color correcting is the process of correcting (or fixing) colors in a
video or a film as a way to get them back to what they should look like
for your project. Color grading is the process of grading (or editing)
colors in a video or film as a way to give them a stylistic look.
How to color correct in 5 steps ？
- Normalize your footage as much as possible.
- Fix your saturation first.
- Then fix your brightness and contrast.
- Set your new white balance.
- Double check your skin tones.
Color correction vs. color grading :
Normalize your saturation levels to avoid colors that are too flat or too
rich.
Adjust the brightness and contrast to create a natural tonal range.
Set the correct white balance by increasing or decreasing the
temperature.
Quick color grading tutorial in 3 steps :
Decide on the desired look and style that you want to achieve with your
colors.
Make your color adjustments, usually by applying a LUT and making minor
tweaks.
Double check your skin tones to make sure everything is just right.
Color Saturation vs. Color Brightness
Effective color correction requires understanding the relationship
between color saturation and brightness. Footage should ideally be shot
in a flat, undersaturated manner to preserve detail. Oversaturation or
improper brightness can result in lost information, making the footage
unusable. The editor's role is to address these imbalances to allow for
better color grading later.
What is Color Grading?
Color grading is the process that shapes the aesthetic of videos,
although it’s optional for realistic films. Proper grading enhances
visual tone and mood, like using darker tones for horror or unique color
effects for sci-fi scenes.
What are LUTs in Color Grading?
LUTs, or look-up tables, are tools that help achieve specific
visual grades quickly. While useful, it’s important to understand color
grading principles rather than relying solely on LUTs. They can save
time and enhance projects when used effectively.
How to Color Grade in 5 Steps
- Normalize your folate as much as possible.
- Follow the steps to correct your colors.
- Choose your desired look and style.
- Make your color adjustments in your editing program of choice.
- Double check skin tones and vectorscope.
Color Grading Before and After
Unlike subtle color correction, color grading often produces stark
visual differences between the original and graded footage, exemplified
by contrasting frames from the earlier video.
FAQs
Difference Between Color Grading and Color Correction: Color correcting
fixes footage to its proper appearance, while color grading gives it a
new stylistic look.
Definition of Color Grading: The process of editing footage to create a
vibrant, stylistic visual feel.
Definition of Color Correcting: The process of adjusting footage to fix
color imbalances for a more accurate representation.
Timing of Color Grading: Ideally, color grading should be performed
after the video editing is completed.
Week 6
Mise en scène
is a French term that translates literally to "placing on stage." In the realms of theater, film, and other visual storytelling mediums,
it refers to the overall visual arrangement and presentation of a scene.
This concept encompasses everything that appears within the frame or on
stage and how these elements are organized to convey meaning, emotion, and
narrative to the audience.🎥
Key Components of Mise en Scène
- Setting and Location:
Physical Space: The environment where the action takes place, whether
it's a realistic setting like a living room or an abstract, symbolic
space.
Time Period: The era in which the story is set, influencing costumes,
props, and set design.
- Props and Objects:
Items used by characters or present in the scene that can symbolize
themes, indicate character traits, or advance the plot.
- Costume and Makeup:
Clothing and makeup that reflect a character’s personality, social
status, occupation, or psychological state.
- Lighting:
The use of light and shadow to create mood, highlight specific elements,
and guide the audience’s focus. For example, high-contrast lighting can
create a dramatic or tense atmosphere.
- Composition and Framing:
How elements are arranged within the frame or on stage, including camera
angles in film or the positioning of actors in theater. This affects how
the audience perceives relationships and power dynamics.
- Performance and Acting:
The actors’ physical movements, facial expressions, and interactions
contribute significantly to the mise en scène, conveying emotions and
subtext.
- Color Palette:
The selection of colors used in costumes, sets, and lighting can evoke
specific emotions or symbolize thematic elements.
- Spatial Relationships:
The distance and arrangement between characters and objects, which can
indicate intimacy, conflict, or hierarchy.
Week 7
Film Sound
How to Use Sound Effects in Filmmaking
1. Create Ambient Sound
Ambient sound is used to establish the environment of the film and make
the setting feel real. It adds depth and atmosphere, making the audience
believe they are in the space portrayed on screen. Subtle background
sounds help immerse the viewer in unfamiliar worlds.
2. Establish Realism
Diegetic sounds (those that come from within the world of the film) are
essential for creating realism. By adding the right sound effects,
filmmakers can help viewers feel like they are truly experiencing the
world the characters inhabit, even if it's fictional. Familiar sounds
guide the audience's perception and create a believable context.
3. Use Nonverbal Storytelling
Sound effects can communicate elements of the story without the need for
dialogue. Filmmakers can use audio to convey emotions, actions, or
narrative context through nonverbal cues. Sound can often tell more than
words, creating a deeper, more nuanced storytelling experience.
4 Add Sound Effects for Tension
Sound effects can be used to build and enhance tension in a scene. Adding
layers of sound, even when the visual action is calm, can create suspense
or a sense of unease. Certain sounds, like distant noises or sudden shifts
in audio, can increase emotional stakes and keep viewers on edge.
5. Shift Audience Emotions
Just as music can influence emotions, sound effects also have the power
to steer how the audience feels. By adjusting the sound design to reflect
the emotional tone of a scene—whether calming, foreboding, or
chaotic—filmmakers can subtly guide the audience's emotional responses and
enhance the impact of the story.
6. Find Sound Effects
Finding the right sound effects is a key part of the process. Choosing or
creating high-quality sounds that fit the scene is crucial to effective
sound design, as poorly chosen or distracting sounds can break the
immersion of the film.
Audio Editing: Sound Shaping with EQ
- Frequency range
Hertz(Hz): Human hearing: Frequency range from 20Hz to 20,000Hz.
7 subsets of frequencies used to help define the Ranges.
- Dynamic range
Decibels (dB): The threshold of human hearing is measured
as
0dB SPL (sound pressure level) and the threshold of pain 130dB SPL.
- Space
Mono v.s Stereo
Mono sounds are recorded using single audio channel, while stereo sounds
are recorded using two audio channels.
- Set up Audition
Decay Time: Specifies how many milliseconds the reverb takes to
decay 60 dB.Longer values give longer reverb tails.
Pre‑Delay Time: Specifies how many milliseconds reverb takes to
build to its maximum amplitude.
Perception: Simulates irregularities in the environment
Dry: To add subtle spaciousness, set the Dry percentage higher; to
achieve a special effect, set the Dry percentage lower.
Wet: To add subtle spaciousness to a track, keep the Wet
percentage lower than the Dry percentage.
Week 8
Stop motion - Stop motion is filmed one frame at a time
Pre-production
- Prepare storyboard.
- Clock every shots.
- Calculating the Frames Needed (8-10 FPS).
- Start collecting sound clips.
- Prepare materials and build the puppets and background.
Shooting
- Set camera on tripod.
- Use manual exposure & focus.
- Shoot during the day, but use artificial lighting.
Shooting Stop motion With DSLR
Select jpeg L/Fine
Resolution: 5K-6K
DSLR photo default aspect ratio: 3:2
Change it to 16:9
Prepare for editing
Separate sequences in different folders
Editing Stop Motion
1. Premiere Pro :
Creating new project, choose this setting(1920x1080 24/25 frame per second):
Before import the photos seq please change the setting:
Premiere Pro CC--> preferences--->Timeline
Change "Still Image Default Duration": 5; Seconds to 2-5 Frames (Trial & error, change it first to 2 frames and play it; if movement is too fast, try 3 frames, and so on)
After decided the speed (2-5 frames per second), import all folders into Premiere Pro.
Toggle on “Insert and overwrite sequences as nests or individual clips”
If you have 10 photo seq, create 10 NEW SEQUENCE for each of them.Create a new 1920x1080 Sequence for editing, rename it.
2. After Effects :
Before import footage, change the import setting under “ Preference”: 24 frames per second.
Import footage: (1）Multiple files （2）Check 3 boxes
Adjust speed: Right click Layer in composition →Time → Time Stretch
Do remember to create ONE composition for editing (1920x1080, 24 frame. duration make sure long enough to cover whole video)
EXERCISE
Quiz /week5 :
Quiz /week6 :
Quiz /week7 :
Project 2A : Production Shoot
This task required us to work with the team on Mr. Martin's film
"Everything, Everywhere,All at Once."
- Crew list
Producer : Stephanie LebonDirector : Chang Yu RouAssist. D. : Qiu Li HuaD.O.P : Stephanie LebonAssist. Camera: Liu Chen HuiLighting crew : 1. Feng Shi Wen 2. Liu Chen HuiArt Director : Lin QianyueLocation Sound: Liu Yi TongBoom Operator: Feng Shi WenMain actors :1. Sun Qing 2. SahiburExtra : Sun Qing / Sahibur
The part I'm in charge of is mainly on-site sound collection. After
shooting, we need to import the video and audio into Adobe Premiere Pro for
editing
Video（without color grading ) : https://youtu.be/SIX2Kk-X2Iw
After week6's learning, we did color correction and color grading for the
video
Finall shoot video :https://youtu.be/nB6c4j1WM9w
Project 2B : Tiktok/ Insta proposal
REFLECTION
During this period, we mainly learned and practiced some skills of video editing and sound editing. Through these exercises, I became more familiar with the operation method of pr, and I was able to cooperate with the team to make micro films.
I have a further understanding of the importance of color in video clips. Correct color correction and color grading have a great impact on the perception and mood of videos. Sound effects also play a big role in shaping the environment, telling the story non-verbally and keeping the audience engaged. I realized that in order to complete a perfect work, there are many factors in front of and behind the scene, such as shooting Angle, lighting, makeup of the actors and so on.
In short, compared with when I first started this course, I feel that I have made a lot of progress now, but there are still a lot of things to learn. I am looking forward to the next shooting task of making stop-motion animation👀
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