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Yeah, and this time it was made specifically for the video (the others just used songs I had made in the past).
I'm actually really happy with this one. Matt and I were talking via PM - he made a good point, that I should be making whatever art I make for myself before I make it for anyone else. I've always felt that way, but getting the reminder helped put my goals into perspective.
One thing I want to do is start a visual diary, where I collect random footage and once I have collected a bit of new material, make a montage/collage. So Smash is basically "Footage Montage #1", I guess.
It would be neat if it was always Pollock-y like that, but who knows what I'll do in the future.
I'm actually really happy with this one. Matt and I were talking via PM - he made a good point, that I should be making whatever art I make for myself before I make it for anyone else. I've always felt that way, but getting the reminder helped put my goals into perspective.
One thing I want to do is start a visual diary, where I collect random footage and once I have collected a bit of new material, make a montage/collage. So Smash is basically "Footage Montage #1", I guess.
It would be neat if it was always Pollock-y like that, but who knows what I'll do in the future.
Smash is structural film nightmare. Something Michael Snow would make. It gives me a headache and boner at the same time. Good job!
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It gives me a headache and boner at the same time.
Thanks Dani! And thanks to you and anyone else for taking the time to watch these. Having the support to just do my own thing is definitely encouraging.
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Minor mood piece is really just more filmmaking practice with my buddy. Put some more of my equipment to use, hopefully it shows. First attempt at some audio work - I think that shows. Need to invest in a good shotgun mic.
My plan is to get to the point where I'm comfortable enough with my process and equipment that I can make an actual narrative short film (though much longer compared to these) from script to screen. It's exciting to think about. I still haven't executed anything I've written.
Minor mood piece is really just more filmmaking practice with my buddy. Put some more of my equipment to use, hopefully it shows. First attempt at some audio work - I think that shows.
Need to invest in a good shotgun mic.My plan is to get to the point where I'm comfortable enough with my process and equipment that I can make an actual narrative short film (though much longer compared to these) from script to screen. It's exciting to think about. I still haven't executed anything I've written.
Water/Plant
Minor mood piece is really just more filmmaking practice with my buddy. Put some more of my equipment to use, hopefully it shows. First attempt at some audio work - I think that shows. Need to invest in a good shotgun mic.
My plan is to get to the point where I'm comfortable enough with my process and equipment that I can make an actual narrative short film (though much longer compared to these) from script to screen. It's exciting to think about. I still haven't executed anything I've written.
Minor mood piece is really just more filmmaking practice with my buddy. Put some more of my equipment to use, hopefully it shows. First attempt at some audio work - I think that shows.
Need to invest in a good shotgun mic.My plan is to get to the point where I'm comfortable enough with my process and equipment that I can make an actual narrative short film (though much longer compared to these) from script to screen. It's exciting to think about. I still haven't executed anything I've written.
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Loving that you're getting a head of steam up with your film-making .... will be catching up on what you've posted in this thread in the coming week as things will be back to normal here.
Just caught up and there's some nice stuff in there man - the choice of music is especially nice 
Looking forward to you dropping something a bit longer that puts a little more meat on the bone at some point.
Looking forward to you dropping something a bit longer that puts a little more meat on the bone at some point.
Thanks Chyp! Yeah, still need to execute a script, which will bring more length and content I'm sure.
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This one is super brief, and I do wish it were a bit longer. But it actually took a lot more effort than the others, more than you might think. Getting the shots right, editing - all fun but definitely challenging. And yet, that challenge kind of is the fun of it all. That's what I'm finding with this stuff. It's a lot of problem solving, but with the right mindset that can be as much a joy as it is a task. Not that I'm an expert or anything.
Another plus: I think the final product is a lot better than what I had initially envisioned. Not sure if that means much, though.
This one is super brief, and I do wish it were a bit longer. But it actually took a lot more effort than the others, more than you might think. Getting the shots right, editing - all fun but definitely challenging. And yet, that challenge kind of is the fun of it all. That's what I'm finding with this stuff. It's a lot of problem solving, but with the right mindset that can be as much a joy as it is a task. Not that I'm an expert or anything.
Another plus: I think the final product is a lot better than what I had initially envisioned. Not sure if that means much, though.
