Video Editing Archive
Once upon a time film editors used to cut footage while standing at a table, the Moviola. Scissors, glue, and tape created the magic we used to see in theaters. Fast forward a few decades and we now cut, ingest and color through digital media, clicking with
It’s been a few years that we’ve been hearing the same mantra: “Apple is letting go of the pro users, they shifted their focus on consumer electronics and they do not care anymore for the pro”. Truth to be told there was a little bit of evidence
The latest few generations of chips released from both Intel and AMD have brought unprecedented amounts of raw power in all computers: laptop and workstation alike have reached tremendous amounts of editing capabilities. Just a few years back we would’ve laughed at the thought of an editor
Blackmagic Design continues to improve the overall functionality of DaVinci Resolve 16 while collaborating closely with a selected group of avid users who provide extensive feedback regarding the platform on a regular basis. In fact, the latest Public Beta 2 version of the software that is now
If you have been browsing the tech channels on YouTube lately, there are good chances you’ve caught the buzz about Nvidia and their RTX Studio laptops. Various YouTubers are getting their opinions about these new laptops out as Nvidia is sending sample units around. Armando Ferreira is
There has always been a kind of love-hate relationship between content creators and Apple. Maybe you are one of those seasoned professionals who remember the time when almost every graphic studio in the world worked only on Macs, Mac OS did not have the X at the
As tech continues to advance and years go by, 4K is actually becoming a standard format for delivery for more and more creative professionals and production facilities. Increasing bandwidth of home connections and the need for manufacturers to find new ways to entice customers in buying new
I’m sure you’ve seen numerous videos where iPhone-style message notifications float in the air, as if they belong to the environment the shot takes place in. The graphics even go as far as following every bit of camera shake, emphasizing the faux-realism of the non-diegetic elements. If
When creating transitions, it’s often too easy to get carried away with fancy and expensive third-party packs. Rather than investing hundreds of dollars in digital presets, you may want to consider performing in-camera transitions instead. Not only does using this technique saves money, but it also gives
When it comes to editing inside of DaVinci Resolve, a lot of computer power is required to get a smooth editing experience. Even though having a fast editing machine is important, beginner filmmakers may not have the luxury of editing on pro-level workstations or laptops. In fact,
The ultimate control over your images and the flexibility that a Raw codec gives you in post are undeniable advantages. Blackmagic RAW is no exception to that rule. The only downside, however, is that in order to process Blackmagic Raw, you need to use DaVinci Resolve exclusively
All of the Internet is still roaring after the unveiling of the brand new Mac Pro at the WWDC19 by Apple. Beyond any doubt, it’s a beautiful machine that many post-production companies will be evaluating if it’s worth upgrading to. But for the smallest independent filmmakers often
Adobe has brought to the table a continuous rollout of new versions of all applications in the CC suite, and Premiere Pro is one that makes out the most of each overhaul. Each year has seen more and more features entering the software and more and more
It’s getting more and more common to see filmmakers using gimbals, sliders, and whatnot to stabilize the movement of their camera while shooting. These systems have become more advanced with every new iteration, but sometimes you just don’t have a stabilizer at your disposal, or you simply
Well, here it is! The biggest video industry education event of the year is now LIVE! For those of you who still might not be aware, the 2019 Complete Video Creators Bundle is an exclusive collection of top video tools and resources put together by some of
Many filmmakers rely on Apple’s hardware for their video editing workstations. They’re slick and stylish, let’s get that out of the way, but there’s more to Macs than design. The foundation of the success of these machines is in the software. Ever since the beginning of the
If you stop and think about it, the keyboard we use as an interface to communicate with our computer is not the best tool out there. The keyboard is the direct evolution of the typewriter and is intended to write documents, that’s why it works so well
Surely, we have all experienced this one! Having a shot ruined by one annoying lamppost, a passing car or piece of gear left in the wrong place. It can be anything from a minor nuisance to a major problem. Perhaps there is no way to recreate that
With every new release Resolve is getting the more and more mature as a full editing suite. The last version that Blackmagic Design dropped at the first day of NAB sports a lot of new features and upgrades. The most talked one is the object removing, but
After the shooting, after the debates with the clients to get the edit ready, after the credits, the graphics, the color correction, and the sound mixing, after everything else, comes that moment, when everything is ready and you have to render your video. We all know the
