Building LILANGELES: The 3rd Letter – Glimpses of Self

HOLA students continue filming their 3rd video letter, using interviews to create a portrait of themselves.

In week two of the summer session, the HOLA students explore portraiture through interviews. At Lafayette Park, they interview one another using a variety of shots taught to them: full shots, mediums shots, panning shots, close-up shots, etc.

The students consider different angles when filming each other – two cameras must be filming the interviewee at all times. They ask each other questions after brief introductions. What is something you love but most people hate? What is the most recent dream you can remember? What is a dream or aspiration you have for the future?

Students were told to bring objects from home that are meaningful to them. Some students spoke about the object they chose and why it was important to them.

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