Posts Tagged ‘cinematography’
Cinematography Tip: Lighting Techniques for Villains
We’re going to survey some of cinema’s most iconic villains and learn how lighting and color grading has contributed to their aura of menace.
Industry Insights: What Makes a Successful Cinematographer
From politics to storytelling to great sets, today we’ll discuss what it takes to become a successful cinematographer, at any level.
A Beginner’s Guide to Shooting Coverage for a Film Project
Coverage is a deceptively simple term that encompasses a wide range of factors — how a film is staged, blocked, lit, and performances are captured.
The Exposure Fundamentals Behind Great Filmmaking
From aperture to shutter speed to frame rate — in this tutorial, we’ll look at the basic building blocks of great filmmaking.
The Hallmark of Comedy: Making Your Talent Pop with High-Key Lighting
In this video tutorial, we take a look at high-key lighting — what exactly it is, when should you use it, and how you set it up.
Recreating the Look of Oscar-Nominated Film “The Lighthouse”
With the Academy Awards approaching, we decided to honor the Oscar-nominated film The Lighthouse by recreating a scene from the movie.
On Set: How to Operate the Fisher Model 10 Dolly
The Fisher Model 10 dolly is an industry standard for good reason, but you can’t buy one — you can only rent it. So what can it …
Learning Curve: Getting Started Using a Light Meter
A light meter is still a powerful tool for getting a correctly exposed image. Here’s what you need to know to get started using one.
Learning Curve: Managing a Successful Gimbal Handoff
The classic gimbal hand-off is a great technique that can add style and eloquence to an otherwise pedestrian tracking shot.
Cinematography Tips from Watchmen DP Gregory Middleton
Gregory Middleton shares some behind-the-scenes stories about the cinematography behind Watchmen — as well as some insights for aspiring filmmakers.
The Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4k and the Sigma fp Compared
The BMPCC 4k and the Sigma fp have different strengths and weaknesses, so which one do you need on hand for your next project?
Learning Curve: The Simplicity of Using the Easyrig
In this episode of our Learning Curve series, we’ll explore the pros and cons of the Easyrig — its use, itscost, and how it can improve your …