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The Practical Guide to Independent Costume Design
Take a look at an indie costumer’s equipment recommendations and workflow hacks to bring a pro look to your next project.
The Secrets Behind the Sound Design of Blade Runner 2049
Here’s an in-depth look at the brilliant sound design and the incredible score that created the evocative tone of Blade Runner 2049.
Understanding Zoom Lenses and How to Use Them Properly
Before you go overboard with the zoom lens on your next project, learn how it works — and how to use it properly to get the perfect …
How to Stylize Your Cinematography Like Wes Anderson
Every great cinematographer has a signature style. You can develop yours by studying the experts, beginning with Wes Anderson.
How Roger Deakins Shot and Lit Blade Runner 2049
Take a look at the lighting cinematographer Roger Deakins designed to capture the visually stunning footage in Blade Runner 2049.
5 Filmmaking Tips for Creating Practical Gore Effects
Working on a horror film or video project? Here are some practical filmmaking tips for creating gore effects that won’t break your budget.
What You Should Buy After You’ve Purchased a Camera
Have you finally made the jump to purchasing the camera you’ve been eyeing for some time? Here’s the gear that you should get next.
The Shreditor’s Guide to Shooting Videos and Commercials By Yourself
Running your video shoots as a one-man band? Here’s everything you need to know about shooting on your own without a crew.
Navigating the Challenges of the One-Take Short Film
We take a look behind the scenes at how a Sundance Award-winning filmmaker shoots dynamic, one-take short films.
How Robert Rodriguez Engineers a Shoot-Out Scene
How a filmmaker famous for innovating and doing things his own way plans, practices, and films shoot-out scenes for his productions.
The 5 Tenets of Low-Budget Southern Gothic Filmmaking
Channel your inner southern goth and embrace the tenants of this DIY-friendly filmmaking approach for your next indie project.
Tips for Aspiring Directors from Indie-Maestro David F. Sandberg
This uber-successful horror director dives into his latest project and what future directors should expect on set in this writeup.