Within this build workshop we were introduced into using the flats to build a set, they were heavy and awkward to move but easy to put together. This workshop also meant we could look into how big the space was we were using, and honestly it was smaller than I though.




To begin with we decided on building the all important break through wall, thankfully enough we found a flat with the perfect sized and placed hole in it. This also let us see how big the set would need to be; we decided on having 4 flats as the back wall which we could always make a bit smaller, and 3 flats as the side walls due to it being a prison cell so we didn't want it to be too big.




Chris (the helpful technician for G12) then was kind enough to show us how to use the dollies, this was mainly useful for the camera men and grips although we all learnt it for future reference.
The first one we learnt was the Elemack Spyder Dolly, which moved quite freely with a bit of help from the grip. We were also informed that we could get a track for the Elemack out of stores, which would be useful for a stable and flowing camera movement.




We then decided to look into lighting a little bit and get some first tests done, admittedly they didn't come out perfectly but it means we know what to adapt and work on towards the next lighting test. This will overall certify that we can get the correct lighting on the shoot days, otherwise the entire set could look terrible or viewers mislead.

First set lighting test

 Second set lighting test