The shooters translation of what he is shooting is what dictates directly the finished style of the show when it emerges from edit. This doesnt mean using outs to shift a sequnece along, but rather a conscious effort by the cameraman to create different senses and styles for the completed program in the field and in the heat of the moment. In effect what this means is that the lens becomes an extension of the eye, and the style of the show dictates how the content is seen. If the show requires a sense of chaos and realism, then this should be consciously aquired through deliberate and confident use of the camera. If the show is monumental and languid, then this should come from the lens, not post effects or mood creation. Recently a couple of styles have been required among others, and even stock libraries are looking for more varied ways to illustrate the mundane.

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