Experimental Videos for Instagram

It's been a couple weeks since I've made a blog post so I thought I should write a little somethin'. Whenever I get the chance (usually between projects) I create experimental videos to play with ideas, and continue to grow as a filmmaker. Below are a few clips I created specifically for Instagram because you're only allowed to post 15 seconds videos. My goal was to come up with something creative, and entertaining within the limitations of the application.

This is an experimental video to part of the lyrics from Motion City Soundtrack's song "Hangman". The aspect ration is 1:1 because it was created with the intention to post on Instagram originally. Video Created by Ray Roman Visit http://rayromanmedia.com for more! Follow me on Instagram @RaymondRoman http://instagram.com/raymondroman

Music by Wavves Song "Demon To Lean On" Video Created by Ray Roman Visit http://rayromanmedia.com for more! Follow me on Instagram @RaymondRoman http://instagram.com/raymondroman

The 2014 CrossFit Games are over. It's time for regionals! Are you drinking your Caffeine and Kilos PR Blend? Eric Roman is and he's smashing PR's. I love Caffeine and Kilos coffee.. give it a try! http://caffeineandkilos.com/ Video Created by Ray Roman http://rayromanmedia.com/

Quick edit of local murals and graffiti in San Diego, CA. Video Created by Ray Roman http://rayromanmedia.com/ This video was originally posted on Instagram. Music by Nas Song "Represent" from the Illmatic album. Follow on Vine, Instagram, and Twitter @RaymondRoman Subscribe for more videos at http://youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=proceedapathy

Testing out the GoPro HD Hero Time-lapse feature for the first time. Read more at http://rayromanmedia.com/blog/2014/2/25/gopro-experiment-wavves-post-acid Video Created by Ray Roman http://rayromanmedia.com This video was originally posted on Instagram. Music by Wavves Song "Post Acid" from the 'King of the Beach' album.

Christmas 2013 Video Created by Ray Roman http://rayromanmedia.com This video was originally posted on Instagram. Follow on Vine, Instagram, and Twitter @RaymondRoman Subscribe for more videos at http://youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=proceedapathy Song: Jingle Bell Rock Artist: Bobby Helms

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GoPro Experiment: Wavves "Post Acid"

After all these years I've finally got my hands on a GoPro! I've been wanting to experiment with these cameras for many years but never really had any particular use for them. Recently a friend of mine got one for free because the art department where he works was getting rid of a bunch of first generation GoPros. Since I'm into filmmaking he decided to give it to me. I've been thinking about purchasing the recent model that came out last year but it looks like I can wait for the next generation now.

I tested out the time-lapse feature for the first time yesterday. Watch the quick video I put together below.

I think GoPros are a good tool for any filmmaker to own. The reason why it's taken me so long to get a GoPro is because I've always been able to capture what I needed with the cameras I've had. Even with the iPhone I was able to create time-lapse videos through the apps available. One of my favorite cameras that's as durable as a GoPro was the Kodak ZX3. It was able to function underwater, and shoot up to 60fps which in comparison the current GoPro I have can do as well. It's great that the current state of technology allows us so many options, I can't really fathom how much better it could be within the next 5 years. I think for a filmmaker owning a GoPro is like an artist having many different brushes to choose from. I'm excited for the possibilities this camera has to offer, especially with its durability and freedom to move the camera.