Posts Tagged ‘filmmaking’
A Guide to Developing Questions During Documentary Interview Shoots
Here are a few helpful questions and tips for conducting interesting, orderly documentary interviews that develop naturally.
Will an Electronic Viewfinder Help You Get Better Shots?
In this article, we’ll examine the EVF, its usability pros and cons, and the best options for an indie filmmaking budget.
How Hollywood Gets the “Film Look” Using Digital Cameras
This article takes a look at the digital side of the film world, the importance of film grain, and the evolution of getting that “cinematic” look.
3 Practical Gore Effects for Your Next Horror Short
Need to find a cheap way to add some gory goodness to your next horror project? Try out these three easy practical effects.
This “Pocket Film School” Teaches Everything You’d Learn in Film School
Let’s examine why Pocket Film School is a great tool for your career by giving you real-world training for professional film and video production.
The Mood Board: Set the Tone for Your Next Short Film
While there are no set rules for what goes in a mood board, I’m going to show you a few things you can include to help convey …
Filmmaking Lessons from the Making of the Sci-Fi Horror Classic “Alien”
A new documentary, “Memory: the Origins of Alien,” explores the filmmaking process behind the iconic sci-fi horror classic “Alien.”
A Guide to Shooting Interviews as a One-Person Crew
Need to shoot an interview for a film, documentary, or corporate video project? Here’s a step-by-step guide on making sure you get quality footage.
How Cinematographer Roger Deakins Uses the Cove Light
In this article, we’ll discuss the innovative “cove lighting” style of award-winning Cinematographer Roger Deakins and how he uses it.
After Effects vs. Premiere Pro: Which Do You Need?
After Effects and Premiere Pro are two of Adobe’s flagship post-production apps. But which one do you need for which task? Let’s find out.
The King of Daylight Brightness — An Introduction to HMIs
You’ll find HMIs doing the heavy lifting on almost every big Hollywood film set — lighting daytime exteriors, diffused windows, and turning night into day.
The 5 Biggest Issues When Shooting Low-Budget Short Films
Are DIY issues hurting your filmmaking projects? Here are solutions to five predicaments indie filmmakers encounter when shooting low-budget short films.