{"id":162533,"date":"2021-12-27T10:40:02","date_gmt":"2021-12-27T16:40:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/?p=162533"},"modified":"2021-12-27T10:40:03","modified_gmt":"2021-12-27T16:40:03","slug":"favorite-articles-of-2021","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/favorite-articles-of-2021\/","title":{"rendered":"Our Favorite Articles of 2021"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 id=\"with-2021-coming-to-a-close-we-decided-to-revisit-some-of-our-favorite-articles-videos-and-freebies-published-this-year\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">With 2021 coming to a close, we decided to revisit some of our favorite articles, videos, and freebies published this year.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most years, we pretty much wrote about every topic and subject under the video production sun. We tackled the wonderfully <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/best-3d-models-for-blender-cinema-4d\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">weird world of 3D<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/sony-announces-venice-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">popular camera releases<\/a>, tutorials for specific tricks in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/5-free-audio-editing-programs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">popular editing programs<\/a>, and (of course) gave away a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/free-cinema-4d-models\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">ton of FREE assets<\/a>! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We tend to publish daily, so it&#8217;s easy to miss some of our posts. As such, here are some of our favorites from this past year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"a24-vs-marvel-the-battle-for-the-future-of-cinema\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">A24 vs. Marvel: The Battle for the Future of Cinema<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/A24-vs-Marvel-1-1-1-1.jpeg\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"755\" height=\"441\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/A24-vs-Marvel-1-1-1-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Shots of the cover images from left to right of A Ghost Story with a person covered in a white sheet with holes for eyes and Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man\" class=\"wp-image-162539\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/A24-vs-Marvel-1-1-1-1.jpeg 755w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/A24-vs-Marvel-1-1-1-1.jpeg?resize=300,175 300w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/A24-vs-Marvel-1-1-1-1.jpeg?resize=277,162 277w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/A24-vs-Marvel-1-1-1-1.jpeg?resize=359,210 359w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/A24-vs-Marvel-1-1-1-1.jpeg?resize=543,317 543w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/A24-vs-Marvel-1-1-1-1.jpeg?resize=560,327 560w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/A24-vs-Marvel-1-1-1-1.jpeg?resize=150,88 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 755px) 100vw, 755px\" \/><\/a><figcaption><em>A24\u2019s heartbreaking film&nbsp;<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt6265828\/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">A Ghost Story<\/a><em>&nbsp;and Marvel\u2019s futuristic, action\/adventure film&nbsp;<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt0371746\/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Iron Man<\/a><em>.&nbsp;Images via&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/a24films.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">A24<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.paramount.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Paramount Pictures<\/a>, respectively.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/a24-vs-marvel-future-of-cinema\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">This article<\/a> blew up on Twitter and Reddit! On top of it being a fun read, I think the entire premise is extremely interesting and has been the subject of many conversations between me and my friends. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While writing this, I just saw a headline that <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt10872600\/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Spider-Man: No Way Home<\/a><\/em> just made 253 million dollars on opening weekend in the U.S., which only further complicates the theatrical business. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Obviously, movies from Marvel, and really any Disney property or recognized IP, will continue to be shown in theaters. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/a24-vs-marvel-pt-2-why-this-debate-is-necessary-but-sucks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">A24 vs Marvel Pt 2: Why This Debate Is Necessary (But Sucks)<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>That being said, it&#8217;s almost certain that the smaller movies that see any sort of success on the silver screen absolutely must have some killer marketing behind it, be it from the company\u2014like A24\u2014or star power. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, we&#8217;ll see what this next year brings as a new variant begins to sweep across the country, closing more activities down daily. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-complete-beginner-s-guide-to-blender\"><span id=\"complete-beginners-guide-to-blender\">Complete Beginner&#8217;s Guide to Blender<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/TPrnSACiTJ4?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent&#038;listType=playlist&#038;list=PLjEaoINr3zgEq0u2MzVgAaHEBt--xLB6U\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Another one of my personal favorites for anybody wanting to learn Blender is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/blender-software-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">this journey<\/a> brought to us by our boy Jason Boone. Please read this, it&#8217;s so good! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">PremiumBeat<\/a>, we&#8217;ve started venturing more into the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/best-3d-models-for-blender-cinema-4d\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">3D world<\/a>. So, if you&#8217;re also new to 3D or need a refresher in some areas, be sure to stay tuned as we&#8217;ll release even more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/blender-channels-for-3d-artists\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">3D articles and videos<\/a> in the coming months. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/learning-blender-30-days\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Lessons Learned from My First 30 Days Using Blender<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/aces-workflow-for-realistic-lighting-3d\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Creating an ACES Workflow for Realistic Lighting with 3D<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"free-week-2021\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">FREE Week 2021!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uKtKydpUMVI?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This year&#8217;s annual FREE week was one of the best yet! By that I mean, the assets in each pack we released are more beneficial to editors than ever before. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Todd Blankenship with <a href=\"https:\/\/filmbodega.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Film Bodega<\/a> created some of the most useful animated shapes and overlays on the internet, and they&#8217;re all FREE! Todd is our new godd. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s all the freebies we released: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/free-hand-drawn-animated-shapes\/?utm_source=youtube&amp;utm_medium=video&amp;utm_content=45-Free-Hand-Drawn-Animated-Shapes-and-Symbols&amp;utm_campaign=10-2021-youtube-video\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">45 FREE Hand-Drawn Animated Shapes and Symbols<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/free-ice-snow-overlays\/?utm_source=youtube&amp;utm_medium=video&amp;utm_content=18-FREE-Ice-Effects-and-Snow-Overlays&amp;utm_campaign=10-2021-youtube-video\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">18 FREE Ice Effects and Overlays<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/free-transition-template-premiere-pro\/?utm_source=youtube&amp;utm_medium=video&amp;utm_content=FREE-Easy-Transition-Template-for-Premiere-Pro&amp;utm_campaign=10-2021-youtube-video\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">15 FREE Transition Templates for Premiere Pro<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/free-god-ray-light-overlays\/?utm_source=youtube&amp;utm_medium=video&amp;utm_content=15-God-Ray-Light-Overlays-for-Video-Editors-and-Motion-Designers&amp;utm_campaign=10-2021-youtube-video\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">15 FREE God Ray Light Overlays<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/computer-screen-generator-template-premiere-pro\/?utm_source=youtube&amp;utm_medium=video&amp;utm_content=FREE-Sleek-Computer-Screen-Template-for-Premiere-Pro&amp;utm_campaign=10-2021-youtube-video\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">FREE Sleek Computer Screen Template for Premiere Pro<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-bo-burnham-shot-his-netflix-special-inside-with-a-lumix-s1h\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Bo Burnham Shot His Netflix Special <em>Inside<\/em> with a Lumix S1H<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Bs-GdcUfl0Q?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/bo-burnham-netflix-special-lumix-s1h\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Bo Burnham&#8217;s <em>Inside<\/em><\/a> will go down in the history books for several reasons. The first: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt14544192\/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">This &#8220;comedy&#8221; special<\/a> will be something people study for this period in time for how the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/video-production-during-pandemic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">constraints of the pandemic<\/a> creatively affected creators for the better . . . and worst. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The second: People will look at how technology has allowed creators to produce, shoot, and edit something like this entirely on their own. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s a masterpiece in self-creation and a marvelous look at what someone can do with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/making-short-film-alone\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">a few lights and a capable camera<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"10-after-effects-glitch-plugins-you-should-check-out\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">10 After Effects Glitch Plugins You Should Check Out<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DSTJyFFq-98?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s easy for listicles to be click-bait, or a compilation of useless links needed to fill space. But, when you find a valuable list of resources on whatever it is you&#8217;re searching for, there&#8217;s really nothing better. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Charles Yeager might just be the After Effects master, as he&#8217;s consistently made PremiumBeat&#8217;s biggest tutorials for the motion graphics program. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/glitch-effect-tutorial-after-effects\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Glitch effects<\/a> are particularly popular right now, but I also believe they&#8217;ll be around for a hot minute. So, be sure to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/after-effects-glitch-plugins\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">get these plugins<\/a> in your repertoire for the inevitable &#8220;glitch&#8221; request from clients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While you&#8217;re at it, check out this additional glitch tutorial:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=mJaI0rFwqZ8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">How to Use Modulation in After Effects<\/a> <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, one of our writers and video creators, John Rodriguez, published several essential beginner After Effects tutorials. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can find them below!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/motion-blur-inside-adobe-after-effects\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">How to Use Motion Blur Inside Adobe After Effects<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/cut-clips-after-effects\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Improve Your Workflow: How to Cut Clips in After Effects<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/anchor-points-adobe-after-effects\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Learn How to Move Anchor Points in After Effects<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"the-after-effects-expression-cheat-sheet-everything-ive-ever-wanted\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The After Effects Expression Cheat Sheet: Everything I&#8217;ve Ever Wanted<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7DFkRVXifdE?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;start=79&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Most of the time, the best inventions and creations come from a place of need, not want. The same reigns true with video editors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Creators that work in a specific place for a long time slowly figure out what they need and what could make their life easier. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Luckily for us, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/author\/lewismcgregor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Lewis McGregor<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodboy.ninja\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Good Boy Ninja<\/a> have come through and created <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/the-after-effects-expressions-cheat-sheet-everything-ive-ever-wanted\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">an expression cheat sheet<\/a> for any motion graphics artist out there. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"the-cameras-and-lenses-behind-the-marvel-cinematic-universe-phase-four\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Cameras and Lenses Behind the Marvel Cinematic Universe &#8211; Phase Four<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Loki_MCU_cameras.jpeg\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"755\" height=\"503\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Loki_MCU_cameras.jpeg\" alt=\"Setting up a scene on the set of the Marvel series Loki\" class=\"wp-image-162534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Loki_MCU_cameras.jpeg 755w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Loki_MCU_cameras.jpeg?resize=300,200 300w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Loki_MCU_cameras.jpeg?resize=277,185 277w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Loki_MCU_cameras.jpeg?resize=359,239 359w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Loki_MCU_cameras.jpeg?resize=543,362 543w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Loki_MCU_cameras.jpeg?resize=560,373 560w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Loki_MCU_cameras.jpeg?resize=150,100 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 755px) 100vw, 755px\" \/><\/a><figcaption><em>Consulting on the set of&nbsp;<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt9140554\/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Loki<\/a><em>.&nbsp;Image via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.disneyplus.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Disney+<\/a>.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This particular <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/cameras-behind-marvel-cinematic-universe-phase-four\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">series of articles<\/a> has been a PremiumBeat staple for a few years. Easily the most popular films and shows premiering right now are Marvel&#8217;s films and recent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/14-effect-tutorials-loki-wandavision-falcon-winter-soldier\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">explorations onto the small screen<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The format for these articles is simple: what <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/making-of-wandavision\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">cameras did they use<\/a>? 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