Cinematography

This past year, I have had the amazing opportunity to purchase my own camera and explore my interest in cinematography. In my previous projects, I was very limited regarding equipment- not because I didn't have access, but because I was too afraid of failure. Last year, I was limited to a camera, tripod, and microphone, and if you've read my "Gathering Equipment" blog, you would know that I have far more to work with this time around. 

With equipment I am comfortable with, I plan on utilizing techniques that have given me inspiration, and ones that will especially test my own skills as a cinematographer. 

"Making the Camera A Character"

The biggest thing I would like to do with my film this time around is to incorporate the camera as a "character." Life is constantly moving, and in scenes where the character is in situations that present this, I wish to use as much camera movement as possible to portray this idea. For example, in "flashback" scenes, the camera will flow between scenes or just simply zoom in/out slowly. The point is, NEVER STOP MOVEMENT. This will directly contrast the scene with the therapist, where there will be many hard cuts between shots.

Tight vs "Open" Shots

Another idea I have is to alternate between more tight and open shots, especially in the recurring scene with the therapist. A wider shot will be used during moments of openness and trust, whereas tighter shots will portray the main character and her reserved nature.