In photography, we work with light, color, lines, and shapes. We decompose the scene into basic elements and then recompose it using the best features of each element and adding our personal touch made of feelings, opinions, and experiences. The result is a visual story in which each element has something to say. A photograph […]
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Tips for Using FilterGrade Presets
Photographers and creatives all over use FilterGrade presets for many different types of things. Whether it be learning how to edit, saving yourself time, or any other reason, there is no reason to dislike presets. They are very beneficial and can help you learn how to branch out and create your own unique style. Everyone […]
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 readingPlanning a Video: How to Write a Script
A lot of planning goes into writing a script for a video. Whether it’s a YouTube video or and educational course, many videos need some sort of script or rough outline. In this guide, we’ll be talking about how to write a video script so that your video recording sessions go smoothly! Cover photo by: […]
Continue readingHow to Edit Livestreams for YouTube Highlight Videos
Hey everyone, welcome to FilterGrade. My name is Mason, and today I’ll be talking through and showing examples of some of the lessons I’ve learned about editing livestreams so that you can make better and more entertaining edits from your livestreams, or from someone else’s streams that you’re editing. Most traditional video editing is based […]
Continue readingCommon Mistakes When Approaching Product Photos
Small businesses that sell their products online or run any type of digital advertising must showcase their inventory through images. However, getting product photos just right isn’t an easy skill to learn. Even if you hire a professional photographer, you can make missteps with your pictures. According to Etailinsights, there are approximately 7.9 million online […]
Continue readingHow to Fix Common Render Issues in Premiere Pro
You spent hours on your latest epic video, arranged all of your effects in place, set up your render settings, press Render, and then- you get an error message. Nothing deflates you quite like the inability to render your video project, so in this article we’re going to go over some of the common render […]
Continue reading10 Amazing Instagram Reels from Photographers
TikTok has taken the world by storm, and Instagram has followed suit. Instagram is naturally a bit more photographer-friendly, and Instagram Reels has equipped photographers with the power to share highly-engaging videos better than ever before. These 15-second videos are short and attention-grabbing, and the app includes plenty of editing tools. With a combination of […]
Continue readingExpert Tips for Getting Monetized on YouTube
It’s not hard to get monetized on YouTube and start turning your hobby into a full-fledged business. In this video, we’re going to give you tips for growing your channel to the point where it can be monetized, get there fast, and keep the momentum going. Cover photo by: Matt Moloney What are the requirements […]
Continue readingAll of the Different Types of Files You Can Open in Photoshop
Photoshop is a versatile image editing tool, but did you know that you could add more than just image files? Photoshop can open a plethora of image file types, as well as video and even audio files! Curious about which files you can open in Photoshop? Check out this guide and list below featuring all […]
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