How to Mask a Moving Object in Adobe Premiere Pro CC
It’s quite impressive how much the technology has grown as of right now, and it has no signs of slowing down anytime soon. Talking about the NLEs in particular, …
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Zacuto Gratical HD EVF Video Review by Den Lennie
Picking the right accessory for your personal gear kit could be a quite overwhelming task, simply because there are so many tools on the market these days. It’s getting even harder …
The Next Generation High-Efficiency Video Coding – HEVC (H.265) Overview
Even the most outraged opponents of the 4K acquisition hardly could deny the indisputable assets the format has brought to the table in today’s production environment. Better overall image quality, more pixel density, finer detail, …
A Look at the Boris FX Continuum Complete 9 VFX Suite
For most video productions a level of visual effects can be used to enhance the final product. Everything from basic color grading and lens corrections to more advanced overlays …
Podcast 030 – 4K Gear Discussion with Special Guest Erik Naso, DP & Blogger – Part I
Podcast 030 – 4K Gear Discussion with Special Guest Erik Naso, DP & Blogger – Part I Posted by Ogy Stoilov January 5, 2014 In Episode 030 of the …
How to Craft Your Script to Fit the Needs of the Moment?
Just when you think you have a finished and polished script, you discover that the script needs to be changed yet again. As the script’s purpose changes depending on …
Enhance Your 4K Video by Picking the Right Font
Picking the right font for your next 4K video project is just as the same as picking the right 4K camera for shooting. Fonts can conduct emotions and can enhance and round …
Location Scouting Tips and Tricks For Your Film Shoot
Location Scouting is an essential process in the pre-production stage of every film regardless of it being a short or a feature. Like any other aspect of the filmmaking …
2014 Recap And Round-Up of 4K Gear Expected in 2015
Well, it’s here! Happy 2015 for those of you east of the Greenwich meridian! For those who are still in 2014 we hope you have a fantastic New Year’s …
How to Shoot Better Day for Night Scenes
Shooting day for night makes a lot of sense in many shooting scenarios, especially for small independent productions. Probably you don’t have the resource to hire a team for night …
A $75 DIY Slider from Rhino Camera Gear
OK, so now that Christmas is behind us, and we’ve (sort of) sobered up, maybe feeling a little depressed after seeing the latest credit card bill, hoping the wife …
Podcast 028 – Interview with Producer Yana Georgieva – Tips on How To Produce a No Budget Feature Film
Podcast 028 – Interview with Producer Yana Georgieva – Tips on How To Produce a No Budget Feature Film and Discussion On Her Latest Crowdfunded Web Series “KOSMOS” Posted …
Metabones Speed Booster vs. “Dummy” MFT Adapters
Chicago-based Magnanimous Media recently tested the worth of Metabones’ pricey and desirable Speed booster lens adapters against their direct “dummy” adapter counterparts, for EF and Nikon adapters aimed at …
CYMATICS: Science Meets Music In An Audio-Visual Extravaganza
According to Wikipedia, the word Cymatics derives from the Greek ‘kyma’ meaning ‘billow’ or ‘wave,’ to describe the periodic effects that sound and vibration have on matter. Drawing inspiration …
Walking the Thin Line of the Unscripted: Directing for Documentary
Directing for the unscripted format is a delicate balance of maintaining an unbiased perspective and presenting an intriguing and engaging story. While creative editing or leading questions can help …
Merit and Promotion: Important Keys to Success For Your Independent Film
The history of independent film sound like many other elements of industry, an abundance of eager and inexperienced professionals flood the market with their offerings, and those with merit …
How to Properly Set Up The “Eyelighter” Curved Reflector
The Eyelighter is the world’s first curved reflector for portrait photographers and photography enthusiasts. However, it can also be quite efficient when used by videographers in different situations such as commercial …
The Infinity (Magic) Arm for GoPro, A7s, GH4 and Other Cameras
There is always a high demand for more quality affordable grip equipment. One of those that deserves consideration is the Infinity Arm.The Infinity Arm is a fully articulated arm equipped with …
Movidiam – A New Creative Network Connects Filmmakers, Brands, and Agencies Worldwide
Nearly three years in the making, Movidiam is a new creative network aiming to bridge the gap and connect filmmakers around the world connect with brands and agencies as …
Some Useful Tips For Working With Composers
The film score is another very important aspect of the filmmaking process. Whether you are about to produce a short or a feature film, you would need to collaborate with …
