DISQUS

Jeff · 1 year ago

I did the same thing you did at first... shooting for coverage. But more and more I switched to shooting for the cut. I haven't done it in awhile, but that's still my preferred technique, and I sometimes use shot lists or story boards to make sure I get what I want for the editing room. The more you do it the easier it gets to cut the thing together in your head as you shoot.

I also agree with you. If you have a single camera, a mix of shooting for the cut and shooting coverage is probably best. Shoot with a plan for what you'll need and get all those shots. If there's extra time, shoot a bit of coverage for some extra options incase things don't look the way you had originally envisioned when you get to editting.

NinjaVsPenguin · 1 year ago

I've found that storyboarding is so important. It's a quick way to make your film without having to commit that many resources.