Camera Shots

In one of our lessons, we looked at different camera shots and types and explored making our own examples. We went around the school and used a digital camera to take photos in our groups. Below are example of the shots we looked at:

An EXTREME CLOSE SHOT looks something similar to this:
The shot usually focuses on a part of and object, for instance, a characters face- similar to what I have done to the right...
Depending on what film the shot is used in, it can create different moods and atmospheres. For example, in a romantic film, you may find the shot is extremely close to the two peoples' mouth, to give sexual tension, maybe hinting that they will kiss. Or another completely different example, could be in a thriller, you are shown a paper document with a picture, which would make you wonder who it is of or what it is...added to a thriller signifier...mystery.
Going from the extreme close up is the CLOSE UP shot, which commonly shows just one character's whole face. This is helpful when trying to suggest the character's feelings and emotions, as you can clearly see their face expressions. The example below shows that the character is smiling, so she appears happy. If she were crying, we would probably feel sorry for her, empathise for her and wonder what was wrong.














This is a MID SHOT (MS):
You would use a mid shot to show something in more detail but also shows some of the background and the surroundings. They are helpful when trying to show movement too.

This picture is showing the camera shot, LONG SHOT, which is used commonly to show movement as there is plenty of room for the subject to move. Even more, it is helpful to the audience because it sets the scene.

This is an EXTREME LONG SHOT which is seem to be used to show:
*Vast open spaces or large amounts of landscape
*Isolation
*Establish the general setting/location.
It can also be known as an establishing shot in some cases.