How many of these camera moves in the above video can be accomplished directly in Enscape? All of them except one! And the one camera move that can't be done directly in Enscape can still be done via live screen capture (which we'll discuss in a bit).ĭid you pay attention to the length of time between scenes? There were more than 90 separate shots over 5 minutes (or 300 seconds). Be sure to pay attention to two important details: 1) take careful note of the types of camera movements and 2) count the length of time between scenes. So you still believe that only complex, highly technical camera moment makes for successful videos? Then check out this show reel of architectural animations (you only need to watch the first five minutes). The right music sets the appropriate mood and keeps the viewer's attention suspended and engaged. Contrasts: The video highlights a number of contrasting (but not conflicting) elements.The project is of a time and place that's important to the project and the audience. The project isn't anywhere - it's somewhere specific. The bookend style of the introduction and conclusion is used to to purposely remind you who created the video, who is the client and what is the project.

Did you notice some important key moments in the video? These simple and straightforward camera movements help keep the audience focused on the story. The camera movements in the above video are not technically complex. In this example, they're using Enscape with SketchUp.

Here's a fine example from RBA Group in Charlotte, NC.

But just because you can't pick a number of key frame locations along a spline path doesn't mean you can't create videos full of emotional detail using Enscape. Why should your audience care? Who is your audience? Why are you telling the story? What is the desired response? Your story needs to give the audience an experience that is memorable enough to inspire them.Įnscape doesn't yet have a complex camera path tool (keyword: yet). How many times have you walked out of a movie theater disappointed in spite of stunning special effects, amazing camera techniques and A-List actors? Because the story was weak! Successful movies are not the result of technical prowess - it's about telling a great story.Ī successful movie is more than a montage of scenes.

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