Case Study: Creating A Professional Looking Short In 4K
Using a DSLR or mirrorless camera to create a narrative film with a pro cast and crew can be a huge undertaking. Here’s how one film pulled …
3 Basic Tips for Creating Soft Light
Soft light can give you top-notch results when shooting talent, but many amateur DPs struggle with the basics. Use these illuminating tips to soften your shadows on …
7 Things Filmmakers Can Learn From Incredible Aerial Footage
There’s a lot to learn from these visually spectacular aerial shots. Here’s 7 filmmaking techniques for getting great drone footage.
Getting the Most out of Your AJA CION
Thanks to a new low price, more filmmakers are turning to the CION. Here’s everything you need to know about AJA’s signature camera.
Casting Big Name SAG Actors is Easier Than You Think
Here’s everything you need to know to get a SAG Actor on the set of your non-union production!
Should You Make a Feature Film on a Phone?
You can shoot a feature film on a smart phone. It’s already been successfully done quite a few times. But is it a good idea?
The Power of Point of View (POV) Shots
Point of View (POV) shots have been around since the early days of filmmaking. This “subjective camera” is still commonly used to captivate audiences.
Shooting Stunning Timelapse With Industry Pro Martin Heck
We spoke with filmmaker Martin Heck and asked him a few questions about the process of creating amazing timelapse videos. Here’s what he said.
What’s the Difference Between Lens Mounts?
You have several options when it comes to lens mounts. Let’s explore each one and talk about the differences between them.
How Low-Key Lighting Can Instantly Make Your Film Dramatic
Low-key lighting can instantly make your scene dramatic and moody. In this post we’ll look at how it’s done and share a few tips for low-key success.
GoPro Unveils the Camera We Wanted Four Years Ago
GoPro released their original Digital HERO camera in 2006. In 2015, we finally get the smaller GoPro we’ve been waiting for. Here are the details.
Royalty Free Music: Family-Friendly Folk
Folk music is perfect for editing movie trailers. Here’s a royalty free music playlist that showcases some great folk tracks from the PremiumBeat catalog.