location scouting

I did a recce for the first location in my short film, in the picture is the chair i will use to film the first scene. This location is appropriate because it allows me to shoot the first scene without transporting the equipment long distances, it also gives me access to food, electricity and other facilities for my cast/crew. Finally, the lighting is to a good standard and there is minimal ambient sound. It is important to scout out your shooting locations beforehand in order to determine how suitable they are, as well as allowing you to determine the optimal location that suits you film. If you don't scout out your locations you may not be able to use or access them during production, interfering with shooting schedules.

I also did a recce for the second filming location, a cemetery located in Sunderland. The pictures show each spot i will film in for different scenes. This location is appropriate for my short film because it is public and a short distance to travel, meaning i don't need to seek out filming permissions. It also fits the genre of my film, creating a mise-en-scene that sets the tone of the film. However, because it is outside there is the issue of ambient sound. This means i will have to avoid wind during shooting. I will bring my own props to this location.