Location Survey -- My Perspective

So, today we did a lot of driving to look at our locations for the film. I was one of the drivers, and I had the honor of chauffeuring 3 wonderful women around. (Ladies, I know I might have complained, but I was just joking. I really had a good time!)

Anyway, It felt really great to get out with the crew and to see these places in person. I got to be in "Lighting Director mode," which was nice. I sketched floor plans for the locations with emphasis on the location of electrical outlets, windows, and the direction of north. Electrical outlets are important so we know where to plug in the lights and other equipment. Windows provide a natural source of light to work with (or against in a few cases), and knowing directions tells me where the sun will be during any given time of day.

Today was the first time I felt like we were really a film crew working together. I know we've had tons of discussions and practice shoots, but I really started to feel like everyone was doing their job today, and working well together.

As a final thought, I would like to point out something that happened in my car. As we were driving from the "Free Wall" location to get lunch, Heather noticed one of the local stores sold Hawaiian shirts. I think I speak for my entire group when I say we are proud of Rich for not stopping at this location to get a new shirt!

That's all she, Umm, I mean he wrote!