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How to Animate Individual Letters in Adobe After Effects
After Effects has a number of typography tools, the most powerful being the text animator. Let’s see how to animate letters with this tool.
The Mind-Bending and Emotive Cinematography of Ellen Kuras
A look into how cinematographer Ellen Kuras broke into the industry with her innovative techniques, then reshaped it with her storytelling.
The Fascinating History of the Clapperboard for Film and Video Production
Every shot starts with one, but what do you really know about the iconic film clapperboard? Let’s take a look at its history and its present. In …
FCPX Essentials, Part 2: How to Edit Your Footage
In this second episode of the FCPX Essentials, let’s learn how to edit footage inside of FCPX and add some cool effects and transitions.
Understanding and Implementing Plot Structure for Films and Screenplays
Let’s explore the fundamentals of story and plot structure and how filmmakers can use these basics to create their own narratives.
6 Modern TV Shows and Movies that Mix Genres
Shows and movies that mix different genres often produce captivating content that feels fresh, pushing the envelope on how stories can be told. Here are some notable …
PremiumBeat vs Soundstripe
Let’s compare PremiumBeat vs Soundstripe — music library, pricing, licensing, searchability, and more.
Mandalorian Miniatures: How ILM Combined Classic Special Effects, 3D Printing, and Modern VFX
The Mandalorian turns to a tried-and-true special effect — hand-crafted miniature models. Here’s how they did it. While you’ve likely seen the hundreds of articles on how …
The Rhetorical Triangle — Using Pathos, Logos, and Ethos in your Projects
Leading your audience to a particular conclusion is an art unto itself — a classical art, at that. Here’s how understanding pathos, logos, and ethos will improve …
How and Why to Cycle Through Video and Camera Gear
Shifting from camera to camera. Brand to brand. Is it a nauseating curse or simply enjoyment of the technology? Let’s find out how to choose video gear.
Breaking Down the Multifaceted Role of a Showrunner
A look into the all-important television or streaming program showrunner, and how you can learn from this multifaceted role.
FCPX Essentials: How to Import and Organize Your Footage
Let’s get to the basics. In this first episode of the FCPX Essentials, we are covering the ways of importing and exporting footage in Final Cut Pro.