Tracking Shots - The setting up and testing of a dolly track
We learned how to use the dolly track and then in the second part of the session we were asked to set up our own dolly and film a tracking shot of our choice. We were given 3 tasks to complete, a handheld shot, a tripod pan and a dolly shot. Although we had the whole afternoon, the dolly shot was difficult to perfect, there were many production issues as props were either in the shot or in the way of the character we were tracking. Keep the space around you as you film consistent, there has to be a high level of coordination between the crew and the subject your filming. Whilst on the dolly, the camera operator sits on a mounted chair, as they are maintaining the camera, another crew member must use the pulley to pull or push the cinematographer along the track.
Below are a few images of my group using the dolly track to achieve the task (images taken using my phone).
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