Those of you that know me will realise that I am always making noise about the fact that I need to stop taking so much on and that I need to slow down a bit. In fact I talked about this in yesterday’s post where I lamented the fact that I need to stop juggling so many balls! You won’t be surprised to learn that I have done the complete opposite again. I know, I am an extremely fickle lady. I liked to be kept busy and I am always looking to learn new skills.
My inspiration
For a while I have been following the very cool and lovely Xanthe Berkley on Instagram. If you don’t follow her on Instagram then you really should. Her feed is an absolute joy and bursting with colour. You can not help but fall in love with her feed. It is my source of go to inspiration and therefore it seemed only right that I enrol on her film course. I have just started her ten week ‘Make Films’ course. It is suitable for beginners, good job because I have never made a film before and I really don’t have a clue where to start! Well there was that one time I had to make a film for my A Level Communication Studies. It was all about me. That was the prompt, I didn’t decide to make a film all about me out of choice - honestly. It was horrendous and that film is still floating around somewhere. I still have nightmares about it resurfacing. It basically involved me taking a camera round the neighbourhood whilst trying to act cool. It was not cool. In fact it was cringe worthy. Therefore, I am hoping that this course will make me cool (one can dream) and give me the confidence to eventually start vlogging. Aby from You Baby Me Mummy and Amy from Mr and Mrs T Plus Three run a fantastic vlog linky which I am determined to join one day.
What does the course do?
The course looks at filming and editing techniques. You don’t need any fancy equipment to do the course. I am just making my films on my iPhone. It tells you about the different shots we should be employing and how they can be effective in telling a story. The idea is that we make mini films that we can then share on Instagram. In our very time poor society I love the idea of a mini film that captures the essence of what we are trying to say. Every week you are given a prompt for your film. This week our prompt was scenes from the weekend. My first attempt at film making is below. I am hoping that as the film course progresses you will see an improvement in my film making. It wasn’t the best weekend for making a film as Oldest was at a birthday party and the weather was rather grotty. However, we gave it a good go.
My first film
What do you think of my first attempt? I’m no Stephen Spielberg! Hopefully, the only way is up 🙂 I have already learnt so much. My aim for next week is try to make my footage smoother. It is very wobbly in parts. The film also finishes very abruptly so I am hoping that I learn how to solve that. I also need to mix up my shots more. The start of the film has three downward shots back to back. However, it is all a learning process and I am really excited to get started on this week’s project.
Other news
In other exciting news Tots100 agreed to let me write a monthly round-up of all things bloggy. It goes up tomorrow. I would love it if you would head over.
Wow!! That’s amazing for your first go, I really want to give vlogging a try but think I need to look at editing first. I am so impressed with that little film, you should be super proud of yourself!! X
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Awww thank you, that is such a lovely comment. I was really nervous about posting this as well 🙂 x
Your film is brilliant! I am very jealous, I’m desperate to do one of Xanthe’s courses but I couldn’t join this time. I’m starting a project to make a short film every weekend anyway and hopefully I’ll get better over time. We’re making it into a linky and I’d love you to join in if you’re interested? I get so inspired seeing what other people create xx
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I would love to join your linky. Please let me know when it starts 🙂 x
Love it! Love the yellow coat. Would like one for me but fear people may run away screaming in terror at giant mutant banana heading toward them :/ … #tribe
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Haha, you wouldn’t look like a nana!! I would love that yellow coat too. I think we would look too matchy though and I don’t want to go down that road!
I love it! I honestly do! It’s the music and everything. The colour, texture, simplicity. It was like being wrapped in a warm cosy blanket of loveliness. I like the perspectives you use…The feet, the slippers, the shoes, the shots from above. I can’t wait to see what you do next.
Well done on getting the round-up gig too 🙂
Oh thank you, that is so kind of you to say. I was really worried about whether it was even worth sharing. Yes, I became a little obsessed with feet when I was filming, not sure why! I normally have a complete aversion to feet!
Wow I am dead impressed! Love it and good for you for trying something new and taking on yet more in your busy life!! I think I should probably improve my photography before attempting film haha. #triballove #bigpinklink
Thank you lovely x
This is such a sweet film! What a good idea to do a course. I really need to do some proper editing on my vlogs! And make some more!! 😀 It’s lovely to learn a new skill, but I know what you mean about adding to an already full schedule. I look forward to seeing more! #bigpinklink
Thank you! I would really recommend the course, very inspirational 🙂 x
Loved it! Really impressive. I haven’t got a clue about filming, I am very much a film and hope for the best kind of person. Did you say that was using your iphone? The quality was very clear and lots of lovely bright colours and textures.
Palme D’Or for you next year then? 🙂
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haha, thanks. Yes, all done on my iphone 🙂
I love it! Very jealous of where you live, it looks so beautiful…I love watching these kinds of day in the life vlogs so I’m sure your vlogs will be amazing - can’t wait to see more xx #triballove