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A Look Behind-the-Scenes of the Filmpac Story
6 years ago, I had a dream and began working on a wild idea: Filmpac. I had been a freelance videographer and filmmaker for some time....
One of the biggest factors in capturing a good shot is light. Here are our 5 favorite video lights currently out there.
Check out these four great filmmaking drone tips to make your aerial footage better and even more cinematic.
The freedom you have when shooting true handheld is unmatched, but this technique does come with one big challenge: capturing a steady shot.
With vintage film frame overlays and grain making a comeback into mainstream, Super 8mm Film has become a popular choice.
Every filmmaker should have some alternative light sources up their sleeve, and in this list, we highlight our favorites.
More than any other type of video production, filming a wedding is its own art form. Here are our favorite tips we’ve learned over the years.
Before you grab your camera and start filming, it’s usually a good idea to have a storyboard. This is simply a visual outline for the video
For years, I filmed with other cameras happily and blissfully, and then I picked up a RED camera and my cinematography expectations changed.
No type of camera has contributed to the rising popularity of video as much as the DSLR. But what does the term mean?
One of the most important settings on a camera is the lens’s aperture, also called its iris. Here's what it does.
If you’re after a specific type of shot, the way that you rig your camera can make your life a lot easier.
To put it simply, a macro lens is a lens that allows your camera to be extremely close to a subject while retaining focus.
Both commonly used in video production, photo lenses are a cheaper alternative to the heavier and more precise cinema lenses.
Every filmmaker has probably heard of LOG footage. But what does this mean, and how is LOG footage different from other video formats?
I've always loved finding nontraditional ways to light scenes and subjects. Today I get to share some of my favorite lighting tricks.
If there’s one thing I’ve learned as a filmmaker, it’s that there are ways to make any type of B Roll look good and cinematic.
If you have corporate clients, you’ll likely find yourself producing lots of talking head videos. Here's how to make them cinematic.
Today, we’ll help sort through the noise, and identify 3 new video trends you need to keep up with (and 3 you need to leave behind).
Most filmmakers have seen or used equipment on set that requires 48 volts of phantom power. But what does this term actually mean?
Sometimes, you need to add depth or weight to a scene. In-air diffusion, such as fog or haze, is a great way to accomplish this.
When it comes to explaining white balance, it’s important to first understand why it’s needed in the first place.
A diffusion filter is simply a physical filter that you place in front of your camera lens that alters the resulting image.
Today, we’re going to dive into what slow-motion footage actually is, how to achieve it, and when to use it.
These days, most video and cinema cameras can record raw files. But do you really need to use them in your projects?
LED lights are the most versatile, affordable, and easy-to-use options out there, and they're good for lighting multiple types of scenes.
Zebra Pattern is a useful tool available in most cameras that helps control exposure, and keep your highlights in check.
24p looks more “cinematic”, it’s generally what you’d expect to see movies, documentaries, and high end commercials.
For the last two decades, the term “vlog” has been transformed from an obscurity to a household term. Here are 3 key elements of a good vlog.
One of the most important camera settings to understand is ISO, which refers to your camera’s ability to capture light.