This blogpost contains information on how we scouted the locations along with a risk assesment of each location. Written by me (Timothy)
Locations:
As a group, we discussed potential locations that would perfectly represent fun and thrilling emotions, accompanied with a large space as we have a large cast, whilst, wanting to emphasize freedom. With this in mind we ended up choosing these locations:
Hillstone Villas Resort Bali - (Villa Scenes)
Gunung Payung Beach - (Beach Scenes)
Pecatu Graha - (Car Scenes)
Tol Bali Mandara - (Car Scenes)
Peninsula Island, Nusa Dua - (Park Scenes)
Lapangan Puputan Margarana Renon - (Park Scenes)
When coming up with these locations, we considered a variety of different factors. Firstly, for the villa scenes we knew it would be too expensive to rent out a villa for a day of shooting so we contacted Han Hyun Woo, who happens to be an actor as well as the owner of a villa resort, which is why we decided to shoot in Hillstone Villas & Resort Bali. Secondly, we considered factors such as popularity of the area because we knew that if the area was too popular it would be way too difficult to shoot in these locations as the crowd around us would disrupt the shoot. Lastly, we had to consider factors such as distance, shooting in locations at the edge of Bali would be very difficult and expensive as transportation costs would be high for fuel.
Scouting:
Through discussing and brainstorming location ideas, we all agreed that it was suitable through ideas in our mind. This means that we needed to confirm our ideas by scouting these locations, we did this and obtained images of these locations.
Hillstone Villas Resort Bali
By looking at these pictures I took, we can see that scenic views, beautiful open skies, large open grass areas, and wide pools are perfect for what we are trying to portray in our music video.
Location Assessment |
Purpose of the shoot: | Music Video; them getting ready |
Media Language: | Mise en scene - Natural sunlight (bright daytime), sunset Camera - Wide angle, establishing shot, drone Sound - Laughter, music, Editing - Warm colors |
Pros of Location: | Great view, variety of colors |
Cons of Location: | Crowds, difficult-to-control variables (e.g. weather), stairs |
Alternative location: | Maxi’s house (Jalan Belanjong No. 14) |
Gunung Payung Beach
By looking at the pictures taken by Sharon, we can see that this beach is the fitting choice for shooting our beach scenes, as it isn't necessarily as crowded as other popular beaches in Bali, allowing us for more freedom to shoot the music video. It also has beautiful white sand and deep blue waters, which is perfect for our music video.
Location Assessment |
Purpose of the shoot: | Music Video; playing and having fun |
Media Language: | Lighting - Natural sunlight (bright daytime) Sound - Laughter, music, waves crashing |
Pros of Location: | Great view, variety of colors |
Cons of Location: | Crowds, difficult-to-control variables (e.g. weather), stairs, proximity |
Alternative location: | Jimbaran Beach, Nusa Dua Beach, Pandawa Beach |
Pecatu Graha - Griya Alam Pecatu Road
By looking at these pictures taken by Maxi, we can see that Pecatu Graha roads have wide roads with smooth asphalt, with tall green trees, and clear blue skies. This makes it the ideal location to shoot our car scenes as it will make it easier for us to shoot any follow shots from another vehicle, considering how wide the road is.
Location Assessment |
Purpose of the shoot: | Music Video; |
Media Language: | Mise en scene - Natural sunlight (bright daytime), sunset Camera - Wide angle, establishing shot, drone Sound - Laughter, music, Editing - Warm colors |
Pros of Location: | Scenic, well maintained, part of a residential areas |
Cons of Location: | Privately Owned |
Alternative location: | Serangan, Jalan Tol Bali Mandara |
Tol Bali Mandara
By looking at the pictures taken by me (Timothy), we can see that the only highway in Bali is very unique as it is built above water which allows for beautiful shots of the scenery and sunlight reflecting off of the water. It is also very wide and clean.
Location Assessment |
Purpose of the shoot: | Music Video; Car scenes |
Media Language: | Mise en scene - Natural sunlight (bright daytime), sunset Camera - Wide angle, establishing shot, drone Sound - Laughter, music, Editing - Warm colors |
Pros of Location: | Scenic, well maintained, unique scenery |
Cons of Location: | Dangerous high speed cars |
Alternative location: | Serangan, Jalan Tol Bali Mandara |
Peninsula Island Park
By looking at the pictures taken by Maxi, we can see that has very wide and open fields of grass, with beautiful flowers and lush trees surrounding it with a view of a mountain. Which is perfect to convey conventions of parks picnics and outdoor activities.
Location Assessment |
Purpose of the shoot: | Music Video; having fun, picnic |
Media Language: | Mise en scene - Natural sunlight (bright daytime), sunset Camera - Wide angle, establishing shot, drone Sound - Laughter, music, Editing - Warm colors |
Pros of Location: | Wide space, variety of colors |
Cons of Location: | Crowds, difficult-to-control variables (e.g. weather), stairs |
Alternative location: | Lapangan Renon |
Lapangan Puputan Margarana Renon
By looking at the pictures shown above, taken by Maxi, we can see that Lapangan Renon also has large and wide open grass fields. However, it is more crowded when compared to Peninsula Island due to its location in the middle of the capital city.
Location Assessment |
Purpose of the shoot: | Music Video; having fun, picnic |
Media Language: | Mise en scene - Natural sunlight (bright daytime), sunset Camera - Wide angle, establishing shot, drone Sound - Laughter, music, Editing - Warm colors |
Pros of Location: | Wide space, variety of colors |
Cons of Location: | Crowds, difficult-to-control variables (e.g. weather) |
Alternative location: | - |
Final Locations:
After careful consideration, we ruled out a few locations due to its risky and dangerous factors such as the Tol Mandara Road, we then decided on these locations as our final locations as it fit all the characteristics we were looking for, however, still kept an open mind to other locations as backup just in case, these locations include:
Gunung Payung Beach - (Beach Scenes)
Hillstone Villas Resort Bali - (Villa Scenes)
Peninsula Island - (Park Scenes)
Griya Alam Pecatu - (Car Scenes)
Reflection:
After scouting locations I now know it's about envisioning how the space can contribute to the storytelling. I recognize opportunities to enhance my creative vision in terms of framing, lighting, and the overall atmosphere of each location. While scouting the locations I had trouble visualizing where exactly to shoot the shots I wanted to create the perfect shot. In future projects, I want to scout more specific locations, such as where exactly our cast will be standing and acting, this can be easier to adjust what time to shoot because outdoor locations rely heavily on the direction of sunlight.
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