Posts Tagged ‘filmmaking’
6 Affordable Ways to Capture Great Dolly Shots
Don’t blow your entire budget on pro equipment for a dolly shot. From cheaper options to the DIY approach, here’s how to get the most bang for …
Ridley Scott’s Secret Weapon: The Graduated Neutral-Density Filter
Capture powerful images with a signature look. In this write-up, we’ll look at how a graduated ND filter can make your shots look amazing.
Pre-Production Tips: How and Why to Break Down a Script
In this video tutorial, I go over one of the most important parts of pre-production: how to breakdown a script — as well as why it’s so …
Practical Tips for Avoiding Stress and Saving Time as a Solo Filmmaker
Here are some common sense tips and methods to help you relieve stress and save time on your next adventure as a solo filmmaker.
From Jason Bourne to Indiana Jones, This Is the Secret to Better Action Scenes
Learn how to create a more cohesive action sequence when dealing with hand-to-hand combat, as well as long-range action scenes.
The Right In-Air Diffusion for Your Project: Haze vs. Fog vs. Smoke
Today, we’ll take a look at which in-air diffusion best emphasizes dramatic light in your scene — as well as adding production value to your set.
Drawing the Audience’s Eye by Shaping and Cutting Light
In this write-up, we’ll take a look at cutting and shaping light, why you would want to do it, and the best methods for each budget level.
Genre Insights: 5 Things You Need to Make an Action Movie
If you’re looking to dive into the ultimate film genre, here are five things you need when making an action short or feature.
7 Things You Can Definitely Take Away from Film School
While many debate the value of film school, let’s take a look at a few useful lessons you can definitely take away from the experience.
Why We’re in the Golden Age of Documentary Filmmaking
We’re in the golden age of documentary filmmaking, and these films have now become as cinematically entertaining as their narrative counterparts.
5 Tips on How to Create a Great Short Documentary Film
Documentaries are a right of passage for any filmmaker. In this article, we’ll look at five ways you can take your short documentary to the next level.
7 Options to Consider When Choosing Kodak Motion Picture Film Stocks
Kodak offers a wide range of options for film stocks. Here, we take a look at what’s available for your next project — and what you should …