Defining a Space

     In this assignment my partner Amanda and I have decided to present a story using the smoking area located outside of the East Building at Hunter. A story about the rare and ironic moments in which people manage to take a break within the busy city. The juxtaposition of both the smokers and the regular commuters being just feet away from each other should present some interesting shots. The point of the project isn't to condone whether smoking is bad for you; instead it about comparing those taking a moment to sit within the perpetual motion of Manhattan.

     The weather itself could be a challenge since people might not be outside. People also don't act as natural when they know they are being recorded. Some of the shots themselves might be difficult to capture, especially if we are in the way of the commuters on the sidewalk. Perhaps one of the best shots that have been discussed is the shot of peoples feet outside. It's going to be a super low shot however it should be able to show the difference in movement and lack there of. The feeling of loneliness and just people being in their own world will be presented in the project. I think that this is a great idea since everyone will seem solitary in a city full of people.