SHOT VS. SCENE VS. SEQUENCE: WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?
Whether you’re entirely new to cinematographer and just finding yourself in a position to familiarize yourself with the different terminology, or you’ve actually landed a few positions assisting out on a film set and you’ve noticed yourself struggling to understand the terminology that’s used, getting to know all the different lingo used in the film […]
What is a Tilt Shot?
A tilt shot is one of several camera movements that aspiring cinematographers attempt to master and since it’s a relatively easy movement, you’re likely to master it rather quickly. But what is a tilt shot and how is it captured? Follow along as we outline what a tilt shot is exactly and how you can […]
Camera Movements Explained with Examples
Many different camera movements exist to make a production come together. There are options relative to each angle and shot and position. Combining the movements with various other cinematography techniques will achieve the desired look. In fact, there are endless options when you use camera movements and techniques to make the most out of your […]
What is an Over the Shoulder Shot?
What is an Over the Shoulder Shot? An over the shoulder shot is a powerful camera angle that can be used to bring characters a completely different point of view to change the direction of the storyline. But what is an over the shoulder shot? And how is the over the shoulder shot used in […]
What is a Neutral Shot?
A neutral shot is often used to produce little to no psychological effect on the audience while capturing the scene. We see the neutral shot used to provide a specific point of view for the audience. But what is the neutral shot anyway and how is a neutral shot taken? Also called an eye-level shot, […]
Top 15 Camera Angles and Shots Explained
Top 15 Camera Angles and Shots Explained Whether you’re new to cinematography or you’ve been working in video production for a very long time, you know that camera angles and shots come in all sorts of shapes and sizes. Some camera angles are devoid of motion, others include a unique mix of motion and angle […]
How to Shoot Different Angles with One Camera
As an author, you might be pleasantly surprised if a production company were to approach you with the idea of producing your book into a movie. The authors of copyrighted books often give permission to filmmakers to produce adaptations of their book on film, but at what cost? How much do book authors receive for film […]
5 Cinematography Tricks and Techniques for Captivating Video
5 Cinematography Tricks and Techniques for Captivating Video Not everything you do in cinematography is taught in film school. In fact, many of the best cinematography tricks and techniques for captivating video are learned as you become more advanced with your camera and work in the field. Capturing the best images involves the use of […]
Top 5 Cinematic Camera Movements Every Cinematographer Must Master
When you first begin cinematography it’s everything you can just to keep the camera steady and capture the desired shot. But then your skills grow, and you begin using cinematic camera movements to produce powerful and dramatic shots that come to life. As your skills progress, so too does your ability to use your camera […]