Posts Tagged ‘filmmaking’
How to Plan (and Diagram) Your Video Production Lighting Setup
Walking into a video production set without a lighting plan can throw your production schedule out the window. Here are some things that can help your shoot …
Understanding (and Occasionally Ignoring) the 180-Degree Rule
Before shooting a conversation for your next film, consider the 180-Degree Rule. It’s one of the most universally known rules of filmmaking — and you might want …
Everything You Need to Know Before Posting Your Videos on Reddit
The allure of Reddit’s front page may be great, but reaching it is easier said than done. Here’s everything you must consider before posting your videos.
The Lazy Filmmaker’s Guide to Efficient Video Production
The old adage of “work smart, not hard” is the key to efficient filmmaking. Here are eight tips to maximize your videos by minimizing your effort.
Turn Your Vehicle Into a Camera Car With MotoCrane
We talked to the team behind MotoCrane, a powerful camera crane system that can turn almost any hunk o’ junk into a state-of-the-art camera car. Here’s what …
Quick Lighting Tip: Carry the Lamp
Learn how to light your shot quickly and cheaply without overexposing your incandescent practical light. Let’s have a look at a basic setup to better understand the …
The Best Follow Focus Options for Under $200
When looking to keep focus in difficult shots, it’s important to have the right tools for the job. Here are some of the best follow-focus options to …
7 Directors Who Made the Jump from Music Videos to Feature Films
Everyone starts somewhere. Before they found big-time Hollywood success, these directors were making the most out of small budgets and developing their techniques on the sets of …
Coming-of-Age Tales: A Great Path to Mainstream Cinema Success
Are you an up-and-coming filmmaker looking to make your first independent feature? The “coming of age” film may be your best bet to break into the mainstream.
The Best Tutorials for Learning Your Mirrorless or DSLR Camera
Today’s top mirrorless and DSLR cameras may seem daunting at first, but with a little help from the pros, you’ll quickly learn the ins and outs of …
Food Styling Tips for Capturing the Ideal Holiday Meal
These pro food styling tips are the secret to cooking up delicious-looking video of the perfect holiday meal. Just remember not to eat the food!
How Important Is the Content of a Trailer?
It seems more trailers than ever are featuring footage that’s not included in the final film. Is this deceitful marketing? Or does it even matter?