CONTROLLED PHOTOGRAPHY -part 1

INTERIOR SHOTS 

1.

 

This shot presents Francisco as a professional, talented pianist. I decided to take this shot as a low angle shot, making Francisco appear superior and professional. His facial expression is focused which evokes his professionalism and skill. The lighting is natural- the positioning of the camera allows only part of Francisco's face to be visible therefore causing the focus to mainly be on the piano. 

2. 

This shot was taken in classroom settings, presenting James as a teacher. This is emphasised through the use of the props, such as the pencil behind ear, computer, coffee mug. Within the frame, there is part of a 'student' visible, emphasising the classroom setting and also representing James as a teacher which finds it difficult to deal with students, as the student is being rebellious- feet up on the table and talking on the phone. 

ENHANCED VERSION:

I decided  that the image appears better when it is cropped, as James becomes more obvious within the shot, as the image zooms in when it is cropped. Although some of the frame is cropped, it is still obvious that the setting is a classroom, through the mise-en-scene.

3.

This shot presents me as someone in a powerful position. This is due to the low angle shot and my posture of hand on waist and chin up. We decided to position me facing towards the windows, as the natural light allows me to be fully visible. 

Initially, I was positioned with the window behind me, which made me appear dark and not fully visible.  (image below)