Different Types of Camera Shots by Size
Different types of camera shots can be used to produce a film that strikes emotion and captivates the audience. Follow along to learn how each shot size can be used to add technique and variety to your film project while emphasizing ideas or individual elements of each scene. From long, medium and close up shots […]
Making the Most Out of Your Full Shot in Video Production
The full shot is often used as a tracking shot which is used to define the movements of the camera throughout the scene following the subject for an extended period of time. Full shots are widely used in video production making them one of several camera shots that you really must perfect if you’re going […]
Color Grading vs Color Correction: How are the Processes Different?
Color Grading vs Color Correction is a common topic that sometimes needs clarity, so lets dive in. We see all different forms of revisions and editing processes used to make film and video stand out. In cinema, color grading and color correcting are used for certain situations. When it comes to color grading vs color […]
What is the Difference Between Diegetic Sound and Non-Diegetic Sound?
Every sound in a film falls into one of two categories: diegetic or non-diegetic. The distinction is simple but fundamental to sound design in film. Diegetic sound originates from within the world of the story. Characters can hear it. Non-diegetic sound comes from outside the story world. Characters cannot hear it, but the audience can. Understanding […]
What is the Lower Third & What Makes Lower Thirds so Important?
As you watch a commercial or view a television show, chances are good that you’ve already seen lower thirds come into play and you just didn’t realize what you were seeing. In design, both online and on television, we hear about the lower thirds a lot. But what is the lower third & what makes […]
What’s that Noise? A Guide to Eliminating Unwanted Noise Interference on Location
Sound recording on any budget requires crystal clear audio in order for the production to be top quality. Unfortunately, unwanted noise interference, especially when filming on location can lead to the need for re-recording audio in order to get rid of nasty noise obstacles. Follow along to learn how to recognize noise and sound interference […]
When to Use a Long Shot or Wide Shot
It’s really important to know when to use a long shot or wide shot. The long shot is often used to show an environment in which a character is born from or in which they find themselves in. Similar to situations in reality in which we find ourselves in situations which are out of our control, scary […]
When to Use a Close Up Shot
Close up shots are one of the most powerfully emotional shots used in cinema. Taken at close range, the close up shot can provide a deeply detailed look into the intimacy and emotions of the character. The use of the close up shot allows for a significant emotional connection between the viewer and the character […]
What is Shallow Focus in Film?
Shallow focus is a term used to describe the technique of producing an increased length of focus in which the camera comes closer to the subject to create a blurred effect. Shallow focus can help you produce an emphasis on a particular part of an image to attract the audience to an area of the […]
What is Motivated Lighting in Film & When Should Motivated Lighting Be Used?
Motivated lighting is used to imitate natural light within a scene. When included correctly, motivated lighting can captivate audience interest and build emotions on the set. Below we answer the question “What is motivated lighting in film & when should it be used?” What is Motivated Lighting? Motivated lighting is the use of lighting in a […]