filming a video ~ behind the scenes

trying out backgrounds for my video

So, I've been creating and filming and editing the video for my upcoming FREE Strathmore Online Workshops, starting September 3. It's a steep learning curve (the filming and editing) and I've been working hard.

Aside from creating the artwork and filming the creation of it, with narration, I had to film myself doing introductions and segues. But first, I needed an attractive background for myself. I walked around our house, photoing myself in front of different scenes. I learned a lot about lighting while doing this. Flattering and unflattering light. (see photos above)

map as background

my Cuba photos as background

I settle on using my own quilt (Nature Journal/ Stitch Rituals) as a background. You can see the high tech, elaborate filming set up below. (ha!) My Canon PowerShot SX260HS on a tripod, quilt hanging on the door to my studio, chair for the 'talent' (that would be me) to sit on.

elaborate filming set up. (haha)

Keep in mind, I'm doing everything! from the art to the filming to the editing, makeup, script, set design. It's a bunch of work...okay...especially when you wait to nearly the deadline to do it.  

Ah, the life of a self employed artist is never dull. And I am always learning something!

Here's a VIDEO clip of one of my videos.

Hey, it's me, Jane LaFazio from Jane LaFazio on Vimeo.

And a VIDEO of the state of my studio afterwards: