Cinematography
How Kubrick Used Mostly Natural Light on Full Metal Jacket
Discover how Stanley Kubrick created one of the most naturalistic war movies of all time—Full Metal Jacket.
The 5 Cheapest Matte Boxes for Your Camera Rig
Let’s take a look at five wildly affordable, readily available matte boxes that can help you capture better-looking images on a budget. There are a few reasons …
The 3 Best Pro-Mist Filters for Creating Dreamy Cinematic Looks
Give your shot soft, atmospheric vibes with the three best black pro-mist filters on the market. If your search habits are anything like mine, YouTube has probably …
Old-School Looks: The 5 Best Vintage Lenses for Under $250
Use this affordable vintage glass to give your commercial, editorial, and personal projects a warm, timeless look. When I first started using old lenses, I was hoping …
6 Cameras That Film 4K 120fps for Capturing Slow Motion Sports
Let’s look at newly released technology that can elevate your slow-motion sports footage. Plus, learn more about the differences between popular frame rates. The summer of 2021 …
Lights, Camera, Action: How Filmmakers Frame Heroes and Villains
Here’s a helpful look at how to best light, frame, and shoot heroes and villains in your cinematic compositions. Here’s a semi-loaded question for you: In visual …
Why Your Images Aren’t Sharp Near The Coast
Heading to the coast for some fun and sun? Here’s how to make sure your memory-creating summer vacation footage comes out sharp! After so many of us …
The Cameras and Lenses Behind the Marvel Cinematic Universe—Phase Four
Dynamic lighting. Explosive energy. Here are the cameras used to capture Phase Four of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
To Break or Not to Break: The Significance of the 180-Degree Rule
We dare to challenge one of the most famous, yet controversial, rules in film and video production. But, we’re not the only ones . . .
Are We Using Diffusion Filters for the Right Reason?
If it’s trending it’s cool, right? Let’s explore this by diving into the uses for a diffusion filter and what it can do for your next project.
Filmmaking Trends: Why Shallow Focus Cinematography Is Here to Stay
Everything you need to know about that shallow depth of field look, and why it’s more than a trend at this point.
The 5 Most Visually Dark and Cold Films Ever Made
Exploring the cinematography and visual aesthetics of some of the coldest, darkest, bleakest movies ever made.