Filmmaking (or, in an academic context, film production) is the process of making a film, generally in the sense of films intended for extensive theatrical exhibition. Filmmaking involves a number of complex and discrete stages including an initial story, idea, or commission, through screenwriting, casting, shooting, sound recording and pre-production, editing, and screening the finished product before an audience that may result in a film release and an exhibition. Filmmaking takes place in many places around the world in a range of economic, social, and political contexts, and using a variety of technologies and cinematic techniques.
Hey everyone, Trent Peek here! Let’s be honest, sometimes the vlogging life throws some hilarious curveballs at your best-laid plans. Ever try filming that epic mountain vista, only to have your tripod decide to play limbo mid-shot? Or maybe you’ve experienced the sinking feeling of your camera taking a surprise nosedive (don’t worry, I’ve been … Read more
Film Lighting – If you don’t have good lighting on a film set, even with the best camera in the world, you won’t be able to capture the perfect footage. Lighting techniques are priceless for filmmakers at every level. It gives the ability of the film director to help communicate better to the cinematographer on … Read more
Making a documentary film is different compared to a fictional film. Although a documentary film has fewer pieces of the puzzle to put together compared to a fictional film, it still requires hard work in being able to capture real life to maintain a good story. Beginning filmmakers looking into making a documentary often forget … Read more
Shooting video in low light situations – Are you an independent filmmaker with a modest camera kit and find shooting video in low light conditions frustrating? If that’s the case, don’t worry; you’re not alone. Shooting video in low light with minimal lighting equipment depletes the life of your image. You could end up with … Read more
Smartphone Filmmaking Guerrilla Style – Making features regardless of the length is hard. If you are making a full-length feature, you need investors with deep pockets, and an A-list cast and crew to get the job done right. But, if you are an independent filmmaker with an amazing script, a talented group of local actors, … Read more
Best Low-Light Cameras – Investing in a new camera can be a long process full of research that can be overwhelming. Which style of a camera are you looking at, a mirrorless or DSLR camera? What is your budget for a new camera? How will you be using your new camera? Even though the questions … Read more
In the wacky world of documentary filmmaking, where reality reigns supreme, there’s nothing more vital than capturing authenticity. That’s where documentary cinema cameras swoop in like caped heroes, armed with features that make them the darlings of the genre. Imagine this: you’re knee-deep in a thrilling real-life event, chasing the perfect shot like a gazelle … Read more
Light Reflector – When shooting a low-budget film, you’ll almost certainly be working with a small team and basic equipment. Lighting is the one aspect of filmmaking that, in my experience, gets overlooked in ultra-low-budget productions. Why? Because the costs of employing professional lighting equipment are prohibitively expensive for some low-budget productions. The number of … Read more
Making Short Films – Are you thinking of starting your career as a filmmaker? While there are several paths a beginner filmmaker can pursue to become a more experienced filmmaker, shooting a short film is one of the most effective methods to get started. When compared to shooting a full-length feature film, why is making a short … Read more
Have you ever worked on a tiny independent film where a mistake was made during a shoot and someone said, “Don’t worry, we can fix it in post”? Today’s filmmakers have access to advanced post-production technologies like Adobe Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve, which may transform your project. Based on my experience with Adobe creative cloud, this software tool … Read more