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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
Young Filmmakers Gear – Do you have a young filmmaker in your life that you want to help grow to become a better filmmaker? A young filmmaker recently asked me what it takes to become a filmmaker. A quote from James Cameron was my response to this young filmmaker “Take a camera with you. Something … Read more
For Video Creators, Smartphone Camera Accessories – Video artists can now create a cinematic aesthetic that rivals many movie cameras thanks to the latest cellphones that are produced every year. Filmmakers like Zack Snyder, Sean Baker, and Steven Soderbergh have used a smartphone to shoot short and feature films. However, if you plan to shoot … Read more
Skills Filmmakers Need – Thinking you have what it takes to be successful in the film industry? If you think you have what it takes to compete in the highly competitive world of filmmaking, I have some bad news for you: it won’t be as easy as you think. However, if you have the will and drive … Read more
5 GREAT REASONS WHY IT’S NEVER TOO LATE FOR A FILM CAREER Is it too late to seek a career in film? When it comes to filmmaking, the business has a reputation for being a young person’s game. But, like with anything else in life, if you really want something, you can always find a … Read more