Production Blog: Working on a budget!

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    Today I will be sharing how exactly I made my short work, on a budget. I didn’t have access to fancy lighting equipment, so I had to get creative with natural light while shooting my film. The first day of filming was a challenge because I had no idea how to make my scenes look good without the right gear. I learned that the time of day is crucial—especially based on the story line of the film. I tried to plan most of my scenes during the night, but sometimes I had to shoot in harsh midday light, which made things tricky.

    One of the best tricks I learned was using a simple white sheet or wall to bounce light onto the actors’ faces, softening the shadows. I also used trees, buildings, and other objects to block direct sunlight when it was too bright. Inside, I relied heavily on curtains to cover the light coming through windows and I had to be careful about shadows. 

    In some shots, the light coming through the window created a cool effect, but in others, it left parts of the actor’s face in darkness. I had to keep adjusting the angles of my shots to make the best use of the light in the room. Even though I didn’t have control over the light, I discovered that working with natural light actually gave the film a more authentic, raw feel. 

    I learned that I couldn’t depend too much on perfect lighting, but I had to roll with what I had. Despite the obstacles, using natural light taught me to be resourceful and patient. It wasn’t always perfect, but it gave my film a more organic, believable look. With that,

I'm super proud of my results. Thank you so much for reading! Talk to you soon. Toodles!