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Immersive Video Production / Project 2

14.10.2024 - 8.11.2024  / Week 4 - Week 7
Bong Sue Zhiun / 0366866
Immersive Video Production / Bachelor of Design ( Hons ) in Creative Media
Project 2 / 360° video short film


TABLE OF CONTENTS






LECTURE


Week 5 / Native thinking in 360 & VR



360 Video Idea Development



Ideation step by step 


Native Characteristics of 360° Video

  • Immersion: The feeling of being deeply involved in the environment, especially when using a Head-Mounted Display (HMD).
  • Presence: A sensation of “being there,” which is triggered by immersion.
VR
  • Embodiment: The sense of having a body or physical presence within the virtual environment. 

Important Questions

  • Who: Who are the participants?
  • Where: Where will you take them in the video?
  • Why: Why should they experience these places?

Storytelling in 360 video

  • In 360° video, participants explore and feel the environment, not just watch it.
  • I design the content so they feel part of the journey.
  • The goal is to create a sense of place that participants can experience actively.
  • The story is not in 3 act structure but the viewers summarise the story afterward ( the viewers tell the story through the experience from viewing the 360 video).
  • Objective: To create content that leads to an emotional connection for the viewer.

360 Video Visualisation

  • In 360, blocking is the new composition.
  • Visual cue: Lead the viewer to point of interest (POI) by visual elements. ( action, contrast, distant)
  • Sound cue: Lead the viewer to point of interest by spatial sound.
  • POI: Viewers are more attentive to distances between 3-5 metre. One POI at a time unless the narrative is at a fast pace. POI in the consecutive scene needs longer cushion time for viewer to adapt.
  • Motion sickness: It happens when the brain receives conflicting signals about the movement in the environment.

INSTRUCTIONS



PROJECT 2


For project 2, we will have to reflect and reshoot the 360 video that have shot in Project 1. The reshoot video for Project 2 must have the strong justification for the use of 360°video medium. 

From the 360° video that I shot in Project 1, I found that each scene is too short ( 4-5 seconds) will make the viewer confused because they haven't seen what happen in this scene yet then have to move on to the next scene, this may make the viewer not engaged enough. I have to think of the point of interest for each scene ( making interesting content), to let the viewer feel immerse and presence. Each scene maybe 10 seconds, and no need so many scenes. 

New idea for Project 2

Since Halloween is coming soon, I decided to make a 360° video about this theme for my project 2. When I think of Halloween, I picture kids dressing up as ghosts or monsters, going door-to-door to get candy. At first, I wanted to film a POV video showing how a child experiences Halloween. But since I don’t have any kids or relatives nearby to film, Mr. Martin suggested a different idea—what if the child had already passed away?  

That gave me a new idea. This 360° video tells the story of a child who loved Halloween but has passed away. Viewers will explore different rooms in the house, showing how the family keeps celebrating Halloween to remember the child. 

Scene 1: Kid’s Room (40 seconds)

  • Location: Child’s bedroom
  • Description: The room is neat and organised with toys, some books, and drawings. The room is tidy and well-organised, with toys, books, and a few drawings on display. Subtle Halloween-themed elements, such as wall decorations and small festive items on the table, are scattered throughout the space. This scene introduces the child's personality and love for Halloween.

Scene 2: Sister’s Room (40 seconds)

  • Location: Sister's bedroom
  • Description: The sister's room is packed with newly purchased Halloween decorations, showing the family’s excitement and preparations for the holiday. A calendar marks the date, showing Halloween is just around the corner, adding to the excitement. 

Scene 3: Living Room (40 seconds)
  • Location: Living room
  • Description: The living room is fully decorated with Halloween items, with the child’s favourite movie playing in the background. A framed photo of the child sits among the decorations, as if inviting the child’s spirit to join the celebration.
 
After shooting the 360° video for Project 2, I edited it in Premiere Pro, using different effects and transitions to enhance the storytelling.

1. VR Rotate Sphere: This effect helped me change the starting position of the video, giving viewers a better view as they explored each scene.

2. VR Color Gradient: I applied this effect to the last scene to add depth and create a spooky, Halloween vibe that really set the mood.

3. VR Fractal Noise: I used this effect to add a subtle texture to the final scene, suggesting the presence of the child's spirit returning.

4. VR Chroma Leaks: This effect was added at the beginning and end of scenes for colourful bursts.

5. VR Gradient Wipe: I used this effect for smooth transitions between Scene 1 and Scene 2, making it easy for viewers to follow the story.

6. VR Light Leaks: This effect added a warm glow to the last scenes, creating a comforting atmosphere and inviting the child’s spirit to join the celebration.

I also added some background music to each scene.

First attempt


In Week 6, Mr. Martin had us review each other’s work and provide feedback to help improve our 360 videos. The feedback I received from my classmates and Mr. Martin was that the setup for all my scenes was good, but some elements might cause confusion, making it harder for viewers to understand the message I wanted to convey.

Feedback for Each Scene:
1. First Scene – Kid’s Room:
Add another lifestyle photo to make it clearer that this is a girl's room. Place the camera on the bed to give a better perspective.

2. Second Scene – Kid’s Room (Different Angle):
Use the same items from Scene 1 but shoot from a different angle. Position the camera closer to the table so viewers can see the objects on it more clearly.

3. Third Scene – Living Room:
Keep the same setup, but instead of surrounding the girl's photo with decorations, arrange it like a memorial. Adding an incense stick could help make the memorial clearer and more respectful.  


Final Outcome



Feedback for the final outcome:

The first and second scenes could be a bit shorter, as they show similar content from different angles. To improve the transition between the two, it would be helpful to include a point of interest in scene 1, like a flashlight on the table or a lamp to create contrast and dim the room. This would make the transition smoother. Overall, this version is much improved compared to the first, and the message I want to convey is now clearer.

REFLECTION


In Project 2, I felt more confident using the 360 camera compared to the first project. I didn’t have issues with the battery or connecting to the app, which made filming easier and allowed me to focus on setting up the scenes.

The hardest part was arranging the scenes. If the setup wasn’t done properly, it was hard to convey the message I wanted, and viewers found it difficult to connect with the story. In my first attempt, I noticed the kid’s room didn’t have enough toys to feel complete, so I drew some pictures to make it look better. Setting up the sister’s room was also tricky. I tried to show the family preparing for Halloween, but the idea wasn’t clear enough. The final scene in the living room was the most intense for me. Lighting a candle next to the child’s photo made me feel uneasy, but it turned out to be the best scene and captured the mood I wanted.

After receiving feedback from Mr. Martin and my classmates, I learned how to improve my video. When I reshot it for the second attempt, their suggestions helped me create smoother transitions and make the message clearer. Overall, I’m happy with the final video, and I gained a lot of experience working with 360 videos through this project.



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