Through The Eagle’s Eye
The Language of Video Formal Elements Every image is composed with lines, color, light, shadow, texture, shapes, compositions, angles, balance, change, etc. It is these elements that build meaning within a moving image. Without them, you have a blank screen - nothing, no color, no box to view. Used without thought, your video images are likely to lack a depth of meaning. Worse yet, your images may portray meaning that was never intended. When used purposefully your images will carry your intended meaning. As you become more comfortable recognizing and using these elements you will gain the power and ease of an experienced storyteller and