9 Tips for Shooting Cinematic Footage
Looking to give your footage a high-budget cinematic look? Check out these tips.
Cinematography Tip: How the Pros Frame a Close-Up
The close-up shot is considered a building block of film. It has become a staple of cinema, featured in nearly every motion picture.
8 Questions to Ask Yourself When Deciding on a Script
Have you written or received a script for your next project? Here are eight questions to ask before moving into production.
Convert Power Windows to Bezier Curves in DaVinci Resolve 12
Power windows can now be converted to Bezier curves in DaVinci Resolve 12. Learn how to use this timesaving feature.
Cinematography Tip: Capture Smooth Panning Shots at 24fps
One of the biggest headaches associated with shooting at 24fps is the jittery look of vertical lines you get when panning. This calculator will help you eliminate …
Organize Your DaVinci Resolve Work Area with New Compound Nodes
In a fast-paced session, it’s easy to lose track of each node’s function in the tree. DaVinci Resolve 12’s compound nodes offer a solution.
On-Set Data Backup with DaVinci Resolve
Blackmagic updates DaVinci Resolve with incredible features for ingesting footage.
How To Capture Smooth Walk-and-Talk Shots Without A Movi Or Steadicam
Stabilization devices such as a Movi or Steadicam aren’t always an option. Luckily, there are other ways to capture walk-and-talk shots smoothly.
How Does a Film Become a Cult Classic?
Let’s do the timewarp and take a look at how a film becomes a cult classic.
Leading a Revolution: Studios Producing Virtual Reality Films
From original Virtual Reality films to the set of Star Wars: Rogue One, here are the companies leading the charge in VR Filmmaking.
How to Create Heat Waves in After Effects
Learn how to create displaced heat waves in After Effects with this easy-to-learn technique.
Grips, Gaffers, and Best Boys: The Grip and Electric Departments
The Grip and Electric Departments will provide the lights and gear on a film set. Here is a breakdown of the positions and job duties.