Location Recce

                                  Location Recce

For this blog post, our group went out around the sixth form to find suitable locations for a music video. We had to take into account the different factors when finding a suitable place. For example, lighting, and power sockets for equipment that require a electrical source. We also wanted to make sure that our creativity wouldn't be at a disadvantage if the locations we used didn't have the right facilities or the right "feel" for the rap genre. For example, we wouldn't want to film in the country side as it's not part of the rap conventions, unless are intentions were to subvert genre conventions. 

Location 1 - The gantry

This location has high end facilities that we will be able to use during the production of our music video task. The gantry has the ability to control lighting, sound and many other elements. The control over lighting is key as we can create different visual effects which allow us to capture unique camera shots.

Computers on site reduce time, as editing
can be done whilst shooting, making it
a more efficient process

Photo showing some of the equipment
at our disposal 

                                                                                           

Location 2 - Theatre

This location goes hand in hand with the Gantry. We can create different types of visuals when in the theatre, as we can change the lighting by using the Gantry. The theatre also has a large amount of space so we have the ability to create different shots and angles. 

Location 3 - Portswood

This location is good for rap conventions, as it shows urban city life which is a common theme throughout the rap genre. Therefore, this location will allow us to conform to the conventions of rap music. Also, the graffiti suggests themes of poverty, which is another common theme focused on within the rap genre.