Posts Tagged ‘filmmaking’
4 Older Cinema Cameras That Hold Up to Today’s Standards
With the announcements of so many new cinema cameras, we often forget about the cameras that paved the way for digital cinematography.
From “The Wizard of Oz” to “Transformers”: 100 Years of Color Grading
Since the early 20th Century, color has been an integral part of cinema. Here’s how to recreate some of the most iconic trends in DaVinci Resolve.
Production Tip: How to Calculate Power for Your Camera
How much power will you need for your camera on set? Find out how to do the calculations so you never run out during a shoot.
First-Time Filmmakers: Finding No-Budget Locations for Your Production
Your location can make or break your film project. Here’s how to find the perfect spot to shoot when you don’t have a budget.
Set Tone and Atmosphere by Mastering the Establishing Shot
Establishing shots should be subtle, not only communicating location in time and space but also setting the tone for the story about to take place.
Industry Insights: How to Sustain a Career as a Filmmaker
There is only one way to make money as a filmmaker and the vast majority of filmmakers don’t understand what it is. So, what is the answer?
First-Time Filmmakers: How Do You Build a Cast Without a Budget?
Getting started in filmmaking isn’t cheap, so what can you do when you need actors, but you don’t have the budget for them?
The Four Most Dangerous and Avoidable Accidents on a Film Set
Filmmaking is all about pushing limits; however, failure to consider risks can cause injuries. Here are the most important safety concerns to keep in mind.
Sci-Fi 101: Tips for Creating Awesome Time Travel Films
Follow these tips and tricks to create awesome (and accurate) time travel sequences in your next sci-fi film or video project.
Lighting in a Pinch: Five Tricks Using Your Mobile Phone
Do you need a lighting fix in a hurry, and on the cheap? These cell phone lighting tricks will work when you really need them to.
On the Market: Five Great Key Lights for Five Different Budgets
Today we’re going to take a look at five favorite key lights, with accompanying diffusion materials, for every budget range.
$10K vs. $100K vs. $500K: Feature Film Budgets Compared
These budget breakdowns demonstrate the wild difference money makes when shooting a feature film. Here’s what you can expect.