When a camera is looking at a target, it is actually looking at the target's pivot. However, if you want the camera to look at the target with a little offset, then you need to use the dummy props. This method is very useful especially when you have a close-up shot.
The custom camera looks at the pivot of the street light. |
The view of the custom camera. |
Move the custom camera. |
Only the bottom of the street light can be seen. |
The custom camera looks at the dummy. |
Move the dummy so that the custom camera can see all the parts of the street light. |