Summary

In this chapter you've learned how to make movies that bring life to the screen, using creative approaches to shooting birthday party movies and baby movies. Using these shots lists and thinking about all the different ways to capture life will help you see how much there is to shoot. Understanding this can help you advance from shooting the way picture takers do to taking full advantage of video's enormous creative potential.

Following the steps outlined in this chapter should help you avoid some of the most common mistakes in making birthday party or baby movies:

• Dull footage (because you're shooting lots of great interactions and a variety of scenes)
  
  
• Shaky cam (because you're using a tripod or concentrating on getting good handheld shots)
  
  
• Slow-paced editing (because you're being ruthless about using only your best shots)
  
  

This chapter also provides helpful online resourcesplaces online where you can watch birthday party and baby movies that use many of the tips and techniques outlined in this chapter. In addition, you now know where to go to find music that can add energy and a festive touch to your birthday party and baby movies.

By using these creative ideas and practical resources, you can create memorable movies people will want to watch, time and again, to relive the good times!