Launching the Imagination

In this reading, I learned about sequential structures and shot-to-shot relationships. Time Based Media uses the basic units of frame, shot, scene, and sequence. Frames are single static images, shots are the boundaries of the frame that determine its meaning, scenes are a combination of shots that create continuous action, time, and space, and sequences are a collection of shots that comprise a section of a narration or action. Visual relationships imply a dialogue between different elements of the media. Graphic relationships connect images through visual similarity. Spatial relationships sets the context of where and how an action is played out. For example, the contrast of close-ups and distance shots (cross-cutting) implies dramatic tension, emotional connection, movement, and other overtones. Temporal relationships is the chronology of events. This can be used to show memory flashbacks or premonitions. With the combination of different shots, a rhythmic relationship is developed where diverse elements of time-based media is exercised to exhibit dynamism and viewer engagement.