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Cinematography Guide: The Effective Use of the Close-Up
Close-ups have a range of uses, from comedy to horror, but as a general rule, you should use them sparingly. Here are a few reasons why.
Directing Fight Cinematography: The Right Way and the Wrong Way
Choreographing a fight scene is only half the battle. If your audience can’t tell what they’re watching then all those beautiful techniques mean nothing.
Cinematography Tutorial: Following The Three-Second Rule
Your shot may look good on camera, but is it good enough for the editing suite? Save yourself (or your editor) some frustration with the three-second rule.
Cinematography Techniques: A Complete Guide to Product Shots
In our latest cinematography guide, we take a look at how to light, shoot, and design your next product photo or video shoot.
Video Tutorial: The Best Lenses for Gimbal Cinematography
When it comes to gimbal cinematography, which lenses should you use for which shots? Learn to cover all your bases in this video tutorial.
Cinematography Tip: Lighting Your Production with the Inverse Square Law
Learning how to shape light is one of the best skills that you can develop as a cinematographer. Find out how with the Inverse Square Law.
Cinematography Tip: Training Your Eye Between Shoots
Training your eye to be a better cinematographer is an ongoing process. Here are some tips that can help you improve your craft.
4 Cinematography Tips for Filming During Magic Hour
While filming at dusk may look beautiful, it can quickly become problematic. Follow these tips to get the most out of “magic hour.”
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.
3 Cinematography Tools for Capturing Perfect Exposure
Nailing perfect exposure is one of the cinematographer’s most essential roles. Learn to set the right exposure to streamline post-production.
Cinematography Tip: The Benefits of Using a Light Meter
A light meter is an essential tool to properly expose your scene, play with contrast ratios, and even test your camera’s dynamic range.
Basic Camera Filtration to Elevate your Cinematography
Filtration for your camera can be a essential to creating the most cinematic images. Find out what you need to know in this article.