Effect of Natural Lighting in Film
Understanding the Effect of Natural Lighting in Film Lighting is the basis for the visual aesthetics of every film. Too much light and you get an oversaturated appearance that is difficult to see clearly. Not enough light and you won’t be able to visualize characters against the backdrop of the set. But, the right balance […]
6 Tips for Efficient Film Production: Lessons Learned in a Competition
6 Tips for Efficient Film Production: Lessons Learned in a Competition Involvement in any film competition makes you equal parts nervous (about whether you’ve done enough to win) and competitive (trusting your gut instinct that you ARE the best competitor). While film competitions are a ton of fun, there’s a few things we’ve learned about […]
How to Choose a Video Production Company
How to Choose a Video Production Company Choosing the right video production company for your video project could be the difference in whether your film succeeds or you feel like you wasted a lot of time and money. The video production company that you choose will have a very important role in reflecting your brand […]
Must-Have Documentary Film Equipment List
Must-Have Documentary Film Equipment List Are you preparing for a documentary shoot on location? If you’re planning a trip to a location outside your studio set to film a documentary, now is the time to prepare and make sure you’ve got everything you need for the production. We’ve put together this must-have documentary film equipment […]
How to Shoot Vertical Video for Instagram
How to Shoot Vertical Video for Instagram Shooting vertical video is a relatively new phenomenon that has many wondering what steps they should take to get the best shots. If you’re wondering how to shoot vertical video for Instagram, continue reading to learn all about the steps you can take to improve your Instagram feed […]
Tips on Filming an Interview with One Camera
Tips on Filming an Interview with One Camera If you’re filming an interview and you only have one camera, framing is going to be vital as will be making sure that you have done all necessary equipment tests to ensure you don’t have any mistakes or hiccups along the way. We’ve outlined these tips on […]
Tips on Filming an Interview with Two Cameras
Tips on Filming an Interview with Two Cameras If you are fortunate enough to have at least two cameras to use when filming an interview, you are already at a great advantage compared to those with only one camera to work with. However, two camera interviews are only as good as the cameraman behind the […]
Documentary Interview Filming Techniques
Documentary Interview Filming Techniques The interview portion of a documentary helps to further establish the importance and expertise of the subjects involved in your film, but without proper steps to film the interview in a way that it will engage and captivate the audience, you’re really at a loss. However, you can capture documentary interview […]
DIY diffusion for Low Budget Productions
DIY diffusion for Low Budget Productions You don’t need a bunch of expensive equipment to diffuse light. In fact, you may not need any “equipment” at all. Household products can be used to produce DIY diffusers that effectively diffuse light without diffusing your budget. Check out the tips below to create DIY diffusion for low […]
Choosing the Best Backdrop for Video Interview
Choosing the Best Backdrop for a Video Interview We’re showing you how to find the best video interview background for your production. Considering things like whether you’re shooting inside or outside, in a large space or small, and what the purpose of your interview is, we show you how to make the choice as to […]