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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How to Shoot a Cinematic Documentary/Interview
Shooting documentary shorts or featured interviews about a person or business is a great way to share someone’s story in a visual, emotional way. Think about the about page on someone’s website – probably a few paragraphs of text and a photo or two; pretty boring if you ask me. Now think about if you […]
Continue reading5 Classic Filmmaking Lessons from Alfred Hitchcock
Alfred Hitchcock is a legendary director whose name is associated with incredibly iconic films such as Rear Window, Psycho, and The Birds, just to name a few. While art is subjective, Hitchcock’s methods and opinions have been discussed at length over the years. While these 5 lessons we’re sharing today are not rules that are […]
Continue reading7 Must-Have Attachments for the Black Magic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K
There is a lot to love about the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera. Built-in ND filters, advanced capture abilities, and a sleek design that makes shooting comfortable and enjoyable. Even with all its innovative technology, surprisingly, there are some key accessories you can use with the BMPCC 6k that will take your shooting to the next […]
Continue readingPrism Lens FX DREAM FX Filter Test (daylight)
We’ve recently been exploring the effects of lens filters and how they can altar your footage to make it look more cinematic. This week, we decided to take a look at how the DREAM FX filter from Prism Lens FX would help make our footage better. Needless to say, the filter provided us with incredible […]
Continue readingTiffen Black Pro Mist 1/4 Lens Filter Test
Recently we upgraded our camera setup from using the Nikon d850 with a focus on photography to the BMPCC6K with a focus on filmmaking. When we started using our new BMPCC6K, we started to realize that yes, the dynamic range is way better than DSLRs; however, it also brought forth a new problem – overexposing […]
Continue readingThe Alex Strohl Interview
Many people are drawn to new things because of jealousy, or someone pushing them, or even for monetary gain, but not many people are drawn to something new because it provides purpose, or reason. Photographer Alex Strohl didn’t pick up a camera because he wanted to show off. He had just gotten kicked out of […]
Continue readingEverbloom Mobile Video Editing App Launches
Video editing, videography, filmmaking, cinematography – whatever you want to call it. We all know it’s been growing an growing, and now that everyone has a smart phone, it’s hard not to try your hand at making your very own cool videos. Everbloom, a new video editing app for creating professional videos on your mobile […]
Continue reading10 of the BEST Video LUTs Packs for Wedding Videographers
When it comes to wedding video you want to provide the bride and groom with a stunning reel that not only highlights the best moments from their big day, but one that also leaves them in awe. The color, light, and the look of the video makes all the difference, and correcting plus fine-tuning each […]
Continue reading12 Amazing Books About Filmmaking
Filmmaking can sometimes be a natural talent, but most of us need to spend time learning the art. What better way than reading some of the best books about filmmaking that have ever been written? Here are our top picks for 12 of the best books about filmmaking. We’ve compiled a list of beginner and […]
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