Filming Diary - Cutaways

Filming Diary - Cutaways

After the first day of editing, it became evident that some cutaway shots may be needed in order to fill in unplanned gaps in the narrative with relevant footage. During filming and editing, I captured some miscellaneous but relevant shots which could be used as cutaways. My main source of inspiration was nature: the central theme of my music video. 

1. Bird on an aerial

This shot was taken with the lyrics of the second verse in mind: "birds don't just fly, they fall down and get up". It was later written into the official storyboard because it complemented the narrative well. It is interesting that this shot was not planned, but it fits well with the current surroundings of the cyclist during the narrative: a suburban neighbourhood. 

2. Natural tilt 

The natural tilt is simply a tilt which lifts up towards the sun in the sky, featuring a frame of trees. This easy capture has nature as the main theme, just like the music video, and also features glare from the sun; a creative approach to a cutaway.

3. Diagonal pan 

The diagonal pan is similar to the aforementioned tilt, however the movement is a lot more dynamic and interesting to follow. In my opinion, this diagonal pan is better than the tilt because the camera movement breaks the standard linear movement of the tilt a provides a more exciting, explorative and optimistic tone to the camera shot; all elements which I would like to have feature as key tones and moods in my own music video.