Production: Starting filming!

 Welcome!

My friends and I finally filmed the first scene. Our first day of filming at the library was an exciting and rewarding experience. It took us about three hours to wrap up the scene, but it was worth every minute. The library staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating, allowing us to film without any interruptions. Their cooperation made the process much smoother, and I was extremely grateful for their flexibility. However, like with any shoot, things didn’t go perfectly on the first try. The group and I  had to do multiple takes to get the camera angles just right. 

Whether it was adjusting the lighting or tweaking the position of the camera to avoid glare from the windows, it was a process of constantly fine-tuning the setup. I quickly realized that every little detail, from the angle of a chair to the framing of a book, made a big difference. Each take brought us closer to capturing the scene exactly how we envisioned it. An interesting note is that I used wireless microphones to record the dialogue clearly. I was extremely worried the audio wouldn't be good or heard clearly but it came it out great. 

There were moments when the group and I had to pause and regroup to discuss creative choices, which was a fun part of the process. It was also really fun to have a behind the scenes camera and reflect on the whole process.By the end of the three hours, the scene was locked in and the group was ready to go home.

On the ride back, Savannah and I discussed different ideas to transition angles to make it look smooth in the film. It was an unforgettable experience, and the collaboration between my friends, the library staff, and myself made it even more special.

That's all that happened for the first scene! I'm glad it came out well and was very productive.

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