Untethered Territory: How to Shoot Films Like Quentin Tarantino
Today, we’re going to take a look at what makes Tarantino so distinctive, and the elements he combines to form his director’s style.
How to Replace the Sky in Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve
Sky replacement is an easy and quick way to make your shots look more dynamic and interesting. Let’s see how to replace the sky in Premiere and …
Industry Insights: Shoot Like the Coen Brothers
So, what goes into a Coen brothers’ film that makes it so distinctive, and their style so admired? Let’s look into the brothers’ filming techniques.
Why the Upcoming R5 Will Be a Bad Filmmaking Camera
With the upcoming release of the much anticipated Canon R5 camera, we are looking at its specs, advantages and inconveniences. Let’s see where it fares well.
Industry Insights: How Christopher Nolan Shoots a Scene
Very rarely has a single filmmaker’s style transformed Hollywood with such force, or achieved such consistent success, as Christopher Nolan.
Lighting a Scene Without Breaking the 180-Degree Rule
Today, we’re going to explore the intricacies of lighting a scene using natural light, geography, and the 180 Degree Rule.
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.
The Fundamentals of Full-Frame: Is It Worth All The Hype?
Today, we’ll discuss the fundamentals of the full-frame camera, as well as the quality, versatility, and general worth in terms of cinematography.
5 Things You Need to Know About Filming with iPhone Gimbals
From footage to safety: Myths and facts concerning the capabilities of the iPhone gimbal, and how to incorporate it into your next filming endeavor.
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.
Learning Curve: How to Properly Use the Leko Light
Leko lights are a great way to capture natural-looking pockets of sunlight, or to cast light where no other light will go.