Posts Tagged ‘lighting’
Cinematography Manual: The Ultimate Guide to Becoming a Director of Photography
This guide for cinematographers will teach you all the basics of cinematography while linking you to tons of other great resources for more in-depth coverage.
Cinematography: The 7 Benefits of Shane Hurlbut’s Inner Circle
Learn all aspects of cinematography from blockbuster Director of Photography Shane Hurlbut.
Cinematography Tip: One Take, Two Environments
One of the most challenging shots for a DP is a ‘continuous take’ that moves inside and outside within the same shot. These cinematography tips will show …
Cinematography Tip: Why ‘Day for Night’ Is a Horrible Idea
Thinking about converting your daytime footage to nighttime footage? Think again. Here are a few reasons why shooting ‘day for night’ footage is a bad idea.
3 Ways to Use a Collapsable Reflector for Naturally Lit Shots
Many filmmakers have issues shooting under natural light, as they often neglect to utilize one of the most basic tools available to them: the collapsable reflector.
Add Beautiful Light to Your Scenes With a China Ball
China balls are one of the cheapest and most effective ways to add beautiful light to your scenes. Here are just three of the many ways you …
9 Tips for Shooting Cinematic Footage
Looking to give your footage a high-budget cinematic look? Check out these tips.
Cinematography Tip: How to Create Soft Diffused Light
Soft light is a fantastic resource for any filmmaker. Let’s take a look at ten ways cinematographers create soft, diffused light on a film set.
Translating Your Photography Skills to Cinematography
Many photographers have ventured into video production and cinematography since the DSLR video revolution. There’s a fairly steep learning curve, but it can be overcome.
14 Tips for Shooting Live Stage Events
Thinking about shooting a live stage event? Here are 14 things you need to remember!
How to Use High-Key Lighting Without Looking Like a TV Movie
High-key lighting is for more than just TV. Let’s take a look at a few examples and examine a few ways to get the shadow-free look.
3 Basic Tips for Creating Soft Light
Soft light can give you top-notch results when shooting talent, but many amateur DPs struggle with the basics. Use these illuminating tips to soften your shadows on …