In 2020, humanity faced one of the most formidable challenges imaginable: the global onslaught of the COVID-19 virus. Amidst unprecedented uncertainty, a ray of opportunity emerged when VME Infrastructure, India's premier precast concrete manufacturing company, approached us. They presented a project unlike any we had undertaken before—an endeavor we were unfamiliar with. The task at hand was to create a time-lapse video showcasing the construction of a theater floor. This floor had an astonishing deadline of just three months, utilizing VME Infrastructure's innovative precast products.
Sample of long term timelapse done by Sukil and Kushboo
Embarking on a time-lapse project amid active construction posed numerous hurdles:
Ensuring the security of cameras and equipment against theft.
Safeguarding the gear from potential damage.
Developing a weatherproof system capable of withstanding rain, wind, and extreme heat.
Establishing a fail-safe mechanism that would continue capturing footage despite prolonged periods or electronic overheating.
Navigating the challenges of procuring equipment during the pandemic, when imports were halted and even basic supplies were scarce.
Determined and apprehensive, we embraced this challenge. Both our enthusiasm and trepidation fueled our efforts.
We initiated thorough research, combining appropriate equipment, scientific calculations, and some customized components to execute the project. While the blueprint existed on paper, its practical viability remained uncertain.
Drawing from our collective experience spanning over 15 years, as well as the engineering acumen of Sukil—who possesses a more scientifically inclined mind—we managed to procure an intervalometer from the US. This crucial resource allowed us to create a structure for long-term time-lapse photography. The day of its completion and the commencement of shooting filled us with elation. Despite our prior work with renowned brands on large-scale projects, this endeavor pushed us beyond our comfort zone. Witnessing its successful continuation for three months, punctuated by occasional site visits, filled us with a sense of triumph.
The resulting video stands as a testament to the collaboration of two minds, countless hours of effort, and a four-month-long shooting process.
Rig making for Long term time-lapse