Choreographing A Fight Scene With A Hollywood Stunt Man
Trying to pull off a realistic fight scene? Learn from a professional stuntman how to choreograph a fight sequence and translate those stunts to the camera. If …
Interview: Filmmaker America Young on Stunts, Directing, and Persistence
From voice acting, to directing, to learning to love your work even on the bad days, America Young is here to tell you how it’s done. In …
A Conversation with Lucian Read, Cinematographer of America Divided
We had the opportunity to chat with cinematographer Lucian Read about his work on America Divided, plus his thoughts on how to approach story as a DP.
Interview: Actor Amy Stewart on the Work-Life Balancing Act
We sat down with actor Amy Stewart to discuss how you can stay creative and continue supporting yourself in between industry gigs.
What Can Production Insurance Do for Your Film or Video?
Production insurance does more than simply protect your equipment on a shoot — it can improve your entire film or video project.
7 Reasons You Should “Script” Your Documentary Projects
In this article, we present some industry tips on how to “script” your documentary project before you actually dive into production.
Your Guide to Getting Started Shooting RAW Video
Exciting developments are unfolding in the world of RAW video that can change the way we make films. So what if you’re just getting started?
Is Being the Director and the DP Your Best or Worst Decision?
Being the director and the DP of your next film may sound like the perfect way to control your budget and your creative vision, but is it …
A Brief History of RAW Footage in Video Production
RAW footage wasn’t a video production option until a little more than a decade ago. Let’s take a look at how the industry got to where it …
Filmmaking Techniques: Mastering the Rack-Focus
Here are some tips and best practices for shooting smooth, professional-looking rack focus shots on your next film or video project.
Video Tutorial: What Does “Dirtying the Frame” Mean?
With this technique, you can add even more dynamic movement to your moving shots and more depth to your simple shots. So how does it work?
The Best Mirrorless Cameras for Filmmakers and Videographers
In this latest gear round-up, we cover the best mirrorless cameras for film and video professionals currently on the market.