Leon Benzakein wrote:It is known in the industry as "hurry up and wait".
That is the way it is.
It is unfortunate because it takes the pleasure out of the job.
What really is frustrating is that producers tend to be more prepared to spend money in post than on the actual time of the shoot.
It is something that you have to accept and learn to live with.
Producers will put the blame on you when things do not work out but know at least that this is nothing new.
The skill is to find people that you are prepared to go into the trenches with.
Definitely learn to count to 10 and also how to breathe.
Another solution is to have a dummy at home that you can beat with a baseball bat.
Enjoy the journey, the destination is not always that wonderful.
Totally get all of that. While video is still new, I've been dealing with clients at this level on the photography side for a long time. It's mostly the same.
I guess what I'm asking is when your 60 min goes to 30 then to 20 then to 5 to clear out a room full of gear, where do you go to get/stay inspired? How do still get what you need? It's not like I can just rapid fire another two dozen frames as if I were shooting stills...