You can never have enough lights, and every film you make alters your idea of what a lighting kit should contain.
I. Introduction: Your Solo Filmmaking Journey Starts Now Remember when making a film felt like a distant, unattainable dream, reserved only for those with massive budgets and bustling crews? Not anymore. I know because I’ve been there, turning big ideas into cinematic reality, often with just myself and a camera. For years, the world of … Read more
I. Introduction: The Secret Weapon of Oscar-Winning Cinematographers (That You’re Probably Misusing) Got a crumpled 5-in-1 reflector somewhere in your gear bag? Thought so. Maybe you’ve bounced some light with it once or twice. But here’s the truth: most indie filmmakers use it wrong. I did too—on three of my early shorts. This same $20 … Read more
Lights, Camera, Smartphone! Imagine this: You’re walking down a bustling city street, the energy is electric. A street performer strums a tune, their music weaving into the city’s rhythm. You pull out your phone, hit record, and in an instant—you’ve captured a story. That’s the magic of smartphone filmmaking: turning everyday moments into cinematic gold … Read more
Best Budget Lighting Kit Ideas Under 150 Dollars No matter what your filmmaking budget is, every filmmaker needs to build a small lighting kit for brightening up a dark scene. The great thing about the latest lighting kits available to filmmakers, is they are portable and affordable. With many lighting film kits going towards LED … Read more