Day 29 : Exploring different Camera Angles

Recently I realised that when done successfully, subversions are often what a Horror film can become known for. Researching different angles and shots will help me gain a perspective of what could work well, for a Horror magazine and poster.

Digitalcameraworld.com did a post on the impact different camera angles can have on the viewer.

1. Shoot straight up

This angle puts the viewer in a unique position. In terms of Horror I could imagine this angle being a POV, as the main protagonist could have fallen running away from the villain. It also relates to Horror in terms of setting, as the sky is a faint blue and the trees connote an isolated location which is prominent in Horror films. I would definitely like to recreate this angle.

2. Exaggerated features

Twisting the camera can make an ordinary object look extremely different. In terms of Horror they often use canted angles which in result makes the audience feel uncomfortable, due to the unbalanced atmosphere and potential danger which is about to occur.

When creating my final piece in groups I may refer back to this research for inspiration.

Reference : http://www.digitalcameraworld.com/2013/03/20/camera-angles-5-ways-to-add-impact-with-unusual-perspectives/