Location Scout Survey (attach location photos)
Project Name:

Make South Bend Documentary:

How It's Made

Completed by:

December 6th

Scout Date & Time:

Nov. 1st, 1ish

Location address:

2228 Mishawaka Ave., South Bend, IN 46615

Day and time of shoot:

Shooting intermittently starting the 7th. Will depend on classes/workshop times

Location description (interior/ exterior):

Interior

Describe the scene and action.

How many people are on camera?

Just two, Michelle Fitzgerald the interviewer.

How much space is needed?

Mostly filmed within the shop. Enough space to interview and also see some demos done.

Will the action be shot from one or multiple locations?

No, just one location. Yet there will be multiple viewpoints and offshoots so it's not just two people talking.

Is there off-screen space available?

Plenty, the shop is pretty large and accommodating.

What are the light levels and sources of light?

There are inside lights as well as a skylight, so there is plenty of light to capture the scenes.

How does this impact your scene?

Very well, it helps so that when we are doing the zoom in shots we are really able to get decent focus.

Are you recording sound?

Yes, but voices. Some of the classes we will want to put in some of the tippy tappy sound effects.

Are there any issues to be aware of?

None, this should be pretty straightforward.

Is there any special equipment needed?

Not as of this moment.

Are there any concerns that need to be addressed about shooting at this location?

None, this location is very relaxed and I'm very good friends with the business owner so if multiple shoots and times are needed the shop is available. 

Music video:Impulslogik, Dark Areas

Viewpoints of Cosplay from a professional seamstress, interviewing Toni Sapiano

Viewpoints of Cosplay from a professional seamstress, interviewing Toni Sapiano 

This interview could be used as a documentary for those who have never heard of Cosplay, or are unfamiliar with the fine details of it. This would bridge the gap in between professional seamstresses to the tailors of the cosplay age.

How long have you been sewing?
For 50 years.

What inspired you to get into the business of sewing for hire?
When you make your own things, people notice and then ask about them. As an artist, I sketched and wanted to try to go into business for myself. I always liked how fabric was very fluid, and I would be able to work with the piece due to thinking artistry.

Who was your favourite customers?
My favourites were people who wanted me to make them costumes, they appriciated my work moreso.

What kind of costumes have you made?
Penguin, Snow White, and plenty of capes.

What prompted you to put down commercial sewing?
People were unwilling to pay what I was worth and unreasonable customers.

What do you think of the recent popularity of sewing because of Cosplay?
It's going to make that niche aspect of sewing coming back. The handmade is coming back instead of buying premade and easily replicated. We're artists in our field and able to do what other artists do on canvas or in sculpture.

When did you first hear about cosplay?
From my daughter!

What interests you about Cosplay?
The sheer diversity of ideas you can come up with. Variations of ideas upon a character, something different to be interesting.

Have you thought about pursuing cosplay and selling pieces on Etsy?
Not on Etsy, but more in person or at fairs. Measurements are not always accurate when taken by customer so I've never been interested online.

Are there any characters you would personally think about Cosplaying?
Anne of Green Gables. The attention to detail is exquisite, and the colours blended perfectly to the scenes and the characters, looking almost ethereal.