Step 2: Gather Items for Your Video Scrapbook
October 18, 2007 by Kim
Once you have a plan for your video scrapbook, you are ready to move on to the gathering step. This step is normally called production. In this step, you will gather all items (video footage, photos, memorabilia, music, sound clips) you want to include, organize them, and put them on your computer.
Collect Video Footage
Shoot the video you want to include in your video scrapbook. Get lots of footage so you will have plenty to choose from. Take a series of shots that establishes the scene and the subjects you’re interested in. Then, capture the video into your computer.
If you already have footage on a miniDV tape, VHS tape, or 8mm tape, capture that footage as well.
Collect Photographs
Collect old photos and organize them in the order you want them to appear in the video. Next, create a special folder on your computer for all the items in your project that you will scan. Number each in the order you want them to appear (001, 002, 003, etc.) If you find another photo you want to insert between two photos you have already numbered, just place the letter “b” after the number. For example, if you want to place a photo between 002 and 003, then number that photo 002b.
If your photos are digital and already on your computer, simply copy them into the appropriate folder and number them accordingly.
Collect Other Items
Some other items you might want to consider include old newspaper clippings, marriage certificates, diplomas, programs, ticket stubs, etc. Anything that can be scanned can be included. If it’s something that can’t be scanned, just take a picture and include that.
Select Music
Music is one of the most important elements of your video scrapbook because it sets the mood. Select music that’s meaningful to you or the person you are creating the video for. Are you “a little bit country” or a “little bit rock and roll”? Do you like classical music or more traditional music? If you want an upbeat video, then choose upbeat music. If you want a more relaxing video, then choose slower paced music.
Listen to the lyrics of the song you select. If there’s any particular photo or video clip you want to show during a specific lyric, write it down.
You are not limited to one song. Depending on the length of your video, you could choose multiple songs. You may even want to start your video with a fast song, then select a slower song for the middle, and then end it with another fast song or vice versa. You don’t even have to play the song in its entirety. Your video editing software should let you easily clip the music you want to play.
Make sure you’re not violating any copyright laws. There are many websites where you can download royalty free music.
Sound Clips
Occasionally, you might want to incorporate sound clips (wav files) into your project. For example, you might want to include a sound clip of a crowd cheering if you’re doing a sports video. Many video editing programs come with a limited number of wav files. There are also many great websites where you can download wav files.
Once you have gathered everything for your video scrapbook and copied them on your computer, you are ready to start editing.
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Create a Video Scrapbook in 5 Easy Steps
Step 1: Plan Your Video Scrapbook
Step 3: Edit Your Video Scrapbook
Step 4: Share Your Video Scrapbook
Step 5: Archive Your Video Scrapbook
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