Filming Blog

This weekend I did not film because I already had plans that I could not back out of. This weekend I secured my actors. This was a challenge because originally I was supposed to film during thanksgiving break as that would be easiest for me due to my busy schedule. However, most people are traveling during the break so I had to plan for earlier. This also changed the actors I would be using. The male actor I was originally supposed to film is no longer available so now I have to find a new male actor. While I have many male friends I wasn’t to use someone that is a sufficient actor and this is turning out to be a challenge. The number of female actors I need is flexible. Although I think three is a sufficient number to work with. I think too many people could get complicated and mess up the plan I have laid out.
In addition to securing my actors, I provides them will information about the costume and makeup that I had in mind. Due to that fact that I am a singular Highschool student I do not have the resources to purchase new clothing for my actors to wear. Nor do I have the time to do their makeup myself. The makeup for this music video is pretty basic and my actors already have the skills to apply their own makeup. I also acquired the props needed for my music video. As stated in my other blogs I will be using cherry cola for the music video. At first I was a little concerned we would not be able to find them in store last since I have never heard of cherry flavored Coca Cola. Fortunately, I found them and was able to purchase a 6 pack. A few more than I needed but I figured I would be able to give the extra to the actors as a “thank you”. I already have towel that I can use to film so I did not need to go out and purchase one.
Finally, I scheduled out my filming time. Ideally I would like to film at golden hour and somewhat during sunset. To ensure I get this footage I researched when golden hour was and what time the sun would set in my city. After completing my research I discovered that golden hour begins at 4:55 p.m. and sunset begins at 5:56 p.m.. With this in mind I will tell my actors to meet me at the beach at 3:00. I chose this time because it gives me time to film extra footage in case we do not film everything within the limited time. I also know that my friends most likely will not arrive on time. Therefore I have some time to set up and film extra shots to ensure most of not all of my filming is completed. I have also set aside some time on Sunday for me to film anything extra that I could not get done on Saturday. With the extra time on Sunday I will retake some shots to make sure I get the perfect shot for the music video.