Despite already finding sound effects that are perfectly fitting to our opening, we felt that if we could better any of the sound effects by creating them ourselves we would. This is why we decided to research Foley sound.
What is Foley?
Foley effects are sound effects added to the film during post production. They include sound effects such as foot steps, rustling, crockery clinking, paper folding and doors opening.
How is it done in professional films?
Foley is usually performed by Foley artists. Ideally they stand on a Foley stage, an area with a variety of possible surfaces and props, in a Foley studio, s specialised sound studio. They Foley artists can clearly see a screen which displays the footage they have to add sound to, and they perform their sound effects whilst watching the screen for timing. The actions they perform can include walking, running. rubbing clothing, handling props and breaking objects, all whilst closely observing the screen to ensure their sound effects are appropriate to the vision on screen.
Why is it called Foley?
The technique is named after Jack Foley, who established the basic modern techniques still used today. Like most terms that are named in honour of people, it is always spelt with a capital F.
Here is a video linked, demonstrating how Foley is carried out in a Foley Studio:
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