Can you make professional art with mobile apps? “Art” can mean a lot of things to a lot of people. I think to many, art doesn’t extend much beyond the most restrictive and mainstream view of the subject. Ask most people on the street what art is, and they’ll talk to you about classic paintings. […]
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The Top 10 Gifts for Filmmakers
I have an uncle-in-law who is an avid golfer. When my wife and I think of gifts for him, our impulse is to go for some sort of golf equipment. But we know absolutely nothing about golf. And if we did get him something for golfing it would probably be something lower-quality than what he […]
Continue readingShort-Form Content: How to Make Money with Vertical Videos
Instagram Reels and TikTok are some of the most popular video-sharing platforms right now. And they really show the true power of short-form content. While 20-minute deep dives on YouTube are timeless, there is also always going to be a place for sub-60-second videos that anyone can never-endingly scroll through on their phone. These vertical […]
Continue readingTop 7 ‘Learn Everything’ YouTube Videos for Video Editors
There are a million “beginners guide” tutorials out there and there are a million more specific guides. But sometimes when it comes to video editing, you just want a massive chunk of content. These 7 “learn everything” YouTube videos for video editors cover how to learn software like Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve. If you’re […]
Continue readingHow to Run Your First Professional Photoshoot
Your stomach churns and you worry that your first professional photoshoot won’t go the way you’ve planned. Did you think of every contingency? Do you have all the props you need? Will all your hard work and planning pay off? According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are around 41,600 professional photographers […]
Continue readingPopular Photo Caption Ideas for Instagram
A good Instagram photo caption is an art and a science. You can’t just post a picture without adding a perfect caption, or you might be missing out on a lot of engagement. Writing an original caption is usually preferred but if you’re just not feeling it, we’ve assembled a list of over 100 tried-and-true […]
Continue readingLearn Color Grading: How to Get Started as a Colorist
Do you want to be a colorist, who is responsible for color grading high-profile movies, masterpiece indie films, or commercials? If so, we’re going to tell you what you need to do to start your career as a colorist, how to learn color grading, and how to find jobs in the field. While some may […]
Continue reading9 Luxury After Effects Templates for Elegant Visuals
Feeling fancy? You can bring a lot of class to your After Effects compositions with these 10 luxury After Effects templates. These are perfect for creating visuals for clients like resorts, gala events, high-end furniture dealers, luxury car dealerships, and many more. Welcome to a world of clean lines, solid gold, and elegant taste! Do […]
Continue readingVisual Synthesizer Breakdown Guide
Over the past few years analog visual synthesizers have become increasingly popular in the underground videography and cinematography world and they are only becoming more widely used today. Their usage has been more commonly noted in music videos, film production, still photography, and live projections at many concerts, although the options that you can create […]
Continue readingManaging Multiple Large Video Projects and Organizing Data
Handling a single video project as an individual is fairly easy. Depending on your organizational preferences, you might be able to have files scattered across your computer and data in a multitude of places. But when you scale up to having to manage large video projects in multiples, or multiple employees helping you with your […]
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