Evaluation

My group and I have been watching our first artefact numerous amounts of times to help us evaluate what we have done.

Although we are pleased with it (taking into consideration that it is our first real attempt at filming and editing), we feel that there are a few things we would change if we were to do it again.

For instance, there is a certain part of the artefact where we have cut between shots; and due to the camera being repositioned, the lighting looks noticably different - going from well lit to rather dark. I think this effects the continuity a considerable amount. In the same shot, it becomes apparent that the camera was knocked whilst panning from Alex across to Rachel. This makes it look somewhat amateur.

Additionally, in the end shot, I chose to film Rachel and Alex using a long-shot, which was then proceeded by me zooming in on the money in the middle of the table while Rachel takes her winnings. In hindsight, I can see that it looks rather unproffesional, and given another opportunity, I would not have zoomed, instead I would have began the shot with a close-up on the winnings.

Having said all this, I think these mistakes were a positive thing. Not only has it given us something to evaluate; but it has also shown us where we need to improve with our next artefact, and given us ideas of what to incorporate and what not to incorporate.