Lighting

Before using any equipment, as a class we explored the health and safety issue of using a camera, tripod and lighting. In groups of three, we placed the camera onto the tripod and experimented with using it. We also  experimented with two different types of light; dimmed light and natural light.

Dimmed light:

• Symbolises a cold atmosphere
• Expresses the genre horror/ thriller

Lighting creates different affects and moods. The type of light could also portray a particular genre. Lighting focuses on characters facial expressions and emotions and it emphasizes their movement. We used the lighting above someone's head, behind their head and infront of their face. We zoomed in for particular shots, such as close ups and we zoomed out for other shots such as long shots.