Leave room for the story

The story worth telling

Ask one open question and let the answer wander a little. A familiar gesture or pause may become the most precious part. Use family objects or photographs only where they support the story being told.

Three things to capture

1. A comfortable conversation setup
2. A meaningful object or approved photograph
3. A reaction from the person listening

Let the camera run a little before and after each action. Those extra seconds give you room to find a better cut.

Give the edit a shape

Before you share it

Confirm that the speaker wants the memory recorded and shared. Keep an untouched copy of the original recording.