Exclusive before/after photos and stills of the color grading for Draft Day’s music video, Die Bout Mine. Watch the gorgeous video featuring Super 8, VHS, and BMPCC footage in sunny California. Video Credits Rapper: Draft Day Director: Bankstone Shot/Edited by: Ethan Iverson Color Grading: Matt Moloney Watch the full video: Super 8 Film Color Grade […]
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6 Camera Movements for Your Next Music Video
Shooting video, unlike photography, requires different movements and motions to help create different realities inside the film. Where shutter speed will play a massive role in the ‘motion’ of a photograph, the movements you use while filming your video will help you tell your story in a unique way. In this article, we’ll be covering […]
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Recently we’ve been diving back into the super 8 realm and we’ve been loving it more than ever! Now that we have a little more knowledge about the medium (compared to when we started) – we’re able to shoot with less anxiety and doubt, and more with confidence and precision. We wanted to create a […]
Continue readingChicago on Super 8 Film (April, 2021)
In November, 2017 (roughly), I shot my first two rolls of super 8 film. Before I ever saw what the footage looked like, I fell in love with the feel of shooting super 8 – this was the first time I knew shooting with different cameras will make you feel different, and in turn it […]
Continue reading5 BEST Cinema Cameras to Rent for Your Next Big Project
Cinema cameras are transforming the way videos are shot. From feature films to commercial shoots, these cameras offer a wide range of robust settings and features in a compact and portable unit. They offer filmmakers of any level a professional option for extended use and fully equipped to function with a wide selection of accessories. […]
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Movies are a piece of art that can literally take hundreds of people to create. If you’ve ever watched your favorite flick or tv show past the credits, then you’ve seen all sorts of titles and names. Not just the common ones like directors and actors but titles like gaffers and greensman. Most films have […]
Continue readingThe Kyle Loftus Interview
From growing up in rural Ohio, watching VH1 and MTV before catching the bus, to living in Florida and working as a full time filmmaker, Kyle Loftus has had quite the journey to say the least. Today, I had the opportunity to sit down and pick apart expert filmmaker, Kyle Loftus’ brain, and peel back […]
Continue reading5 Lighting Set-Up Ideas for a Music Video
Lighting is one of the most important factors for shooting a great video. When it comes to music videos lighting does more than just evenly light talent. It is used to set the mood, tone, and even tell the story of the song through visual effects. Music video lighting allows you to get more creative […]
Continue readingThe Jess Mori Interview
An interview with independent stylist Jess Mori of Toronto, Canada. Read about her career and journey, along with some awesome tips she has for stylists! Related: Why Stylists Are Important 1. Can you please introduce yourself, share some background, links to your social/web, and share more about where you live/work? I’m Jess Mori and I’m a […]
Continue reading8 Incredible After Effect Templates for Music Videos
Music Videos are incredible ways for artists to bring their ideas to a visual reality. When making a music video as an editor, you should always aim to add unique qualities and effects that will enhance the artists song. While creating music videos, you should consider using an After Effect Template if you’re on a […]
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