Additional Image

As my contents page still feels empty and because I want it to have a collage feel, I have taken an image of the Gateshead Millennium Bridge to put onto this page.

Blog Template

I have used the image I took of the Tyne Bridge as the template for my blog.

Front Cover- Dominant Image

This is a general outline of my front cover with the image on it.  I have not included everything as it is supposed to just be a basic idea for when I begin designing.  This image has a large presence on the page because of its noir effect.  Despite the brightness of the yellow, the dominant image is still the unique selling point of the magazine.

Image Descriptions

Weather Report

When taking the outdoor images, the weather was suitable.  The image of the Tyneside Cinema was not very bright as its entrance is on a side street and therefore blocked out some sunlight.  This is not a problem as it fits with the look of the cinema as its sign is not particularly colourful.  The image taken on the beach is brighter which connotes the enthusiastic vibe of the image.

Weather for 19th July

Photoshoot Images

Using 'PhotoCollage', I put together the images I will be using for my products.  The photo shoot went very well and all of the images are suitable.
 

Shot List

This is the list of images that will be used in my products.  I have listed what type of shot each image will be.

Cover Image: Medium close up

Tyneside Cinema: Medium shot

Super 8 camera: Medium shot

Photo of Editor: Medium shot

Feature Page Image: Wide shot

Tyne Bridge: Wide shot

Big Ben: Medium shot

Billboard Image Change

I have decided not to include an image of a Super 8 camera on my billboard as I do not think it will add anything to it.  I will place the magazine's slogan where the image would have been however I will still keep the image of the IPad and IPhone to show the different formats the magazine is available in.

Costume, Make-Up, Hair and Props

Link to Evernote: https://www.evernote.com/shard/s608/sh/817e60a6-ddbb-4d21-bcd3-35281647529f/f5dfb407b7cd6f030303c0a62603f478

Recce

This recce is information about my photo shoot.

The ‘recce’

1.    Are there any potential hazards that could pose a health and safety risk where your photo shoot will take place (trailing cables/traffic/other objects)?

Some images will be taken near roads and near water which are a clear risk.  The roads could be busy when I take the photo shoot and it could end up being very bad weather with rain and wind.  This is not only a risk to people, but to the equipment I will be using too.

2.    What will you do to ensure these risks are minimised?

To reduce these risks I will take the location photos when there is less traffic.  A suitable time for this is a morning during the week.  The images taken near water will not be hazardous as I will not go too close to the water therefore both myself, the people with me and the equipment will not be at risk.

3.    Will the time of day/weather affect the outcome of the photos? Have you allowed for this?

The photos taken outdoors are not dependent on lots of light but cannot be taken when it’s raining or when it is dark.  Because of this, the images will be taken during the day when the weather is suitable.  The images taken indoors will be taken during the day however they will not require beams of sunlight.

4.    Have you considered the background to your photos, particularly if taken outside? How will you ensure you will get the background you want?

The images taken indoors will have more basic backgrounds however the outdoor images will contain more.  The image for the magazine’s feature page for example will be taken on a beach which will bring in more colour.  One of the images I am going to use on the website will be of Big Ben as I am visiting London soon.  This image will accompany text about film clubs visiting London to explore British Film.

5.    Have you considered lighting? What about the ‘problems’ of natural lighting, either outside, or streaming through a window? Will you need to use a flash? Have you considered reflective objects that might spoil the effect?

The cover image will require darkness with a small amount of light shining on me.  As for the location shots, I do not want bright sunlight to enter the frame which is why I will not take them on a day when this could become a problem.  Some of the images taken indoors are also at risk of containing streams of light so I will take them away from sources of brightness.  The image of the camera which will go on the billboard however will require bright light to make it stand out against the black background.

6.    Do you need permission to take photos in the place/venue you have in mind?

No

7.    Do you need to book time in a room (eg the photography studio at Shiney)?  

No

8.    Are other people/crowds likely to be an issue for you? What have you done to ensure that it will not spoil the effect?

The only image in which crowds would be a problem is the image of the Tyneside Cinema however as I am going to take this picture on a morning, it should be less crowded.

9.    Are you reliant on lifts/props/friends’ equipment/models? How have you planned that these things will come together at the appointed time? Plan B?

I will be using a very significant prop on the cover, contents page and feature page: a Super 8 camera.  This will be the focus of the magazine as the article is about local independent film making.  I am going to ask a friend or family to appear as the editor of the magazine.  If they are not available on the day I plan to take the photo then I will arrange another time for it to be taken.

10. Finally, have you thought of every eventuality…?

From doing this recce, I am confident that I can carry out an effective and careful photo shoot and that I can get the images I need in order to create well designed products.   



Photoshoot Planning

Media Production

Photo shoot planning document

What emotional impact do you want your photography do have upon the reader? How?

I want my images to make the reader aware of the enthusiastic attitude that young people have about film.  Some of the images such as the one on the cover will be a reflection of young independent film makers both from now and from the 60s and 70s, when young film makers had a strong presence in the film industry.

What personnel do you need? Who are you going to photograph?

I am going to photograph a female family member who will act as the editor.  They will feature on the editor's page.  Their image will be a medium shot.

What props will you need?

I will be using a Super 8 camera on the cover, contents page and feature page to show that 'old school' filmmaking is not necessarily old-fashioned as lots of young people are very passionate about film.

How are you going to emphasise colour?

The colours I use will be both bright and dark.  For example on the cover there will be a black background with yellow text.  This will be carried throughout my products, especially on the billboard which will make it more of a stand-out advertisement.

Have you briefed your personnel/models?

I have briefed the person who will appear in my magazine and they have signed a consent slip giving permission for the image of them to be used.

What lighting will you need? Any other equipment?

The light sources will be natural however I will have to take the pictures at a time when the weather is suitable for them.  The cover image will need to be taken with a dark background so that the 'noir' effect I add to the image looks more effective.

Where will you shoot? Will you need a backdrop?

The shots I take outdoors will be taken at the Tyne Bridge, South Shields beach and the Tyneside Cinema.  The other outdoor image will be Big Ben which I will take while I am on holiday there. 

Make-up? Costume?

There will be no additional make-up needed and the clothing will be casual.

Image Gathering

These are images of locations and props that will feature in my products.
Link to Prezi: https://prezi.com/6xehf7cb2cn8/image-gathering/

Consent Slip

This consent slip shows that I have permission to include this person in my magazine in which they will act as the editor.

Organising Guests

This is evidence that I have organised for someone to be in my magazine.  This person will act as the editor of the magazine.  The person in the image is a family member.  The reason I did not choose a friend to be the editor is because it is not realistic enough if a seventeen year old is the editor of a magazine.  This image does not require a significant pose- the model will only need to turn slightly to the side and face the camera.

Arranging Equipment

I have been in touch with a family member asking them if I can lend their camera to take pictures for my products.