Posts Tagged ‘filmmaking’
Best Showreels of Spring 2017
Some of the best demo reels of 2017 showcase the future of filmmaking.
Get Sharper Footage with These 7 Focus Tricks
Keep your subjects in focus and improve your project with these tips and tricks.
Cinematography Tips: Mastering Foreground, Middleground, and Background
Unlock the hidden powers of cinematography by learning the three layers of shot composition: foreground, middleground and background.
Small Budget? Producer Jason Blum’s 5 Rules for Lean Filmmaking
Lean filmmaking is the successful budget formula for Oscar-nominated Producer Jason Blum. With hits like Whiplash, Get Out, and Paranormal Activity, Blum turns tiny budgets into blockbuster …
The Unifying Power of Storyboards
The best way to bring an entire crew together behind a single project is to share a vision. That’s where storyboards come in.
3 Filmmaking Takeaways from the Web Series Moon Shot
Moon Shot, from executive producer JJ Abrams, is an exercise in compelling web content.
Polarizing Filters Are Essential — Unless They Aren’t
A polarizing filter can add clarity and drama to your image, but when should you avoid it?
7 Indie Filmmaking Tips for Shooting Day for Night
These real-world indie filmmaking production tips from Micah Barber will improve your next day-for-night shoot.
Build Your Own Butt/Pedestal Dolly for under $140
Add this versatile tool to your next shoot for hundreds less than retail.
Behind the Sound Design: Nerf John Wick
The team behind the recent viral video walk us through how they created the sounds for the action micro-masterpiece.
Simulating Light From A Screen
These techniques will help you simulate moving light from a television, computer, or phone on your next shoot.
Lighting A Scene Solely With Practicals
Looking to save money on your next project? Learn how to light a scene solely with practical lights for a dramatic (and affordable) look.