The Battle (Final Edit)

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Rough Edit #3

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This was footage that I lost all my sound to while writing to disk. Unfortunately, I was unable to go back and recover any of the previous audio material.

Rough Edit #2

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Examining the idea of space.

Rough Edit #1

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This clip tries to examine the powerful state of the sky and its presence over everything.

Production Strategy

An area that I really wanted to explore in more detail was this large field that stretches a good portion of the park. It’s located to the left of the welcome path if you follow it down for a bit. It’s all tall grass and lots of elevation changes. I had a feeling the grass blowing in the breeze would make for a very calming sound, and that’s what I want to convey. I want to take lots of wide shots to examine the idea of space, using lots of foreground and background juxtaposition. For sound I want to amplify the swimming sound of the grass and the insects that live in the habitat I will explore.

Ten Questions

1. How many acres is Pleasant Valley park?
2. Are there any rare forms of wildlife there?
3. How many creeks or rivers are there?
4. How many camp ground are in the area?
5. Has there ever been any wolf or coyote sightings?
6. Where is the highest point in the park?
7. Where is the lowest point?
8. Are there any ponds?
9. How many different trails are there?
10. Are there any man-made elements?

Trek Assessment # 4

One of my favorite experiences was the whole I was at Pleasant Valley Park on my first trek. Only and solemn, I was able to sit a top the grassy hills and record the most peaceful sounds I have ever heard. They calmed my mind and body, lulling me into a state of euphoria. It was very soothing to be out alone with nature and then have the audio equipment I have built myself aid me in heightening my experience. I will never forget it.