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The Iconic Special Effects of the Star Wars Films — Ranked
From the good to the great to the dear-god-please-no, here are the iconic visual effects behind Star Wars ranked — respectfully.
Make Your Own Light Control for Quasar-Style Tube Lights
In this tutorial, we’ll go over how to build an inexpensive — and relatively simple — quasar-style light control using foam core.
Making Ford v Ferrari: Cinematography at 100 mph
See how director James Mangold relied on tried-and-true methods for shooting scenes at high speed—and invented a few techniques of his own.
Has the Mirrorless Silent Mode Feature Killed the Unit Stills Blimp?
Unit stills photographers shoot the majority of promotional material and behind-the-scenes stills, but many people don’t know much about their role.
How to Build and Use the Swiss Frame Book Light
The Swiss Frame Book Light is a valuable tool for any DP or gaffer because it is a versatile diffusion setup that will make the talent look …
A Practical Guide to Dutch Angles and Tilted Framing
Dutch angles, if used discreetly, add an aura of dread, as well as a sense that the world has gone askew. Let’s take a look at how …
Stylistic Goodies and Grit: A Film Grain Footage Tutorial
In this tutorial, I’m going to share my secret cinematic weapons that give your footage character, without costing you a ton of time.
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How to Find and Secure Locations for Your Next Film
In this article, we’ll look at resources for finding locations, and how to put the most “money on the screen” — not in the pockets — of …
Building Your Own Car Rig — Commercial Insider Edition
In this next video for fiscally clever car rigging, we’ll break down the mission control setup inside the car. Plus, my experience with these techniques.
The Pros and Cons of Upgrading to a Full-Frame Sensor
Is it time to consider upgrading to a full-frame cinema workflow? In this article, we’ll look at the advantages and disadvantages of upgrading sensor size.
A Guide to Turning Your Podcasts into Video Podcasts
From podcaster to videomaker — how can you use video in podcasts, what are some different video styles, and how can you stay ahead of the growing …