This category delves into the art and science of lighting and visual effects in filmmaking. We explore lighting techniques, including three-point lighting, natural light, and artificial lighting sources.
Introduction: Why Bounce Lighting Can Transform Your Video Quality As any experienced filmmaker or content creator knows, lighting can make or break a shot. Whether you’re a seasoned videographer, a YouTuber aiming to improve video lighting, or a beginner exploring video lighting techniques, understanding bounce lighting is one of the most effective ways to enhance … Read more
Introduction to Green Screen Editing in iMovie What is Green Screen Editing? Green screen editing, also known as chroma keying, is a technique where a solid-colored background (usually green or blue) is removed and replaced with a new image or video. Whether you want to transport your subject to a distant galaxy, a bustling cityscape, … Read more
Introduction: Ring Lights – Your Secret Weapon for Flawless Videos Have you ever noticed how some YouTubers and video creators always seem to have perfect lighting, even when they’re not in a professional studio? The secret weapon behind their flawless look might be something you can pick up at your local grocery store (believe it … Read more
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Highlights – Your fill light works in tandem with your key light to lift shadows and highlight details in your scene. The intensity of the fill light is usually about half that of the intensity of the key light. A fill light does not have to be an actual light; often, a reflector will suffice. … Read more
Highlights – All light has a temperature and, as a result, a color. Different light sources produce light at different temperatures and thus colors; the color temperature of the sun changes throughout the day. Differences in light color can give your work a different feel and create odd color casts in your footage if you … Read more
White Light Balance Highlights: What you think of as “white light” is actually a mixture of different wavelengths of light that vary in color and temperature. Different light sources emit light at varying temperatures (measured in Kelvin). You must accurately white balance your camera in order for white to appear as white and to avoid … Read more
Highlights – Softboxes and umbrellas both produce soft, diffused light on your set. Softboxes are more controlled and directional, as well as easier to modify, whereas umbrella light is similar to outdoor lighting. Umbrellas are frequently less expensive and easier to store and transport. You’ve determined that it’s time to take the plunge and buy some … Read more
Highlights – The main light in your setup is the key light. A key light can be used alone or in conjunction with one or more other lights, but it is always the main one. A key light can be anything from a softbox to a ring light. When you first start understanding artificial light, it can … Read more
10 Indoor Lighting Tricks For In-Home Video Content Filming Have you started a vlog, and uploaded your content to all the social media platforms out there to drive viewers and subscribers, but you notice that your indoor lighting needs improvement? When it comes to vlogging, all you really need to do is set up your … Read more