Have you ever read an article online that poked at a part of your brain? In some way it made you question something and look at it in a new light. Then, out of sheer curiosity, you just had to scroll down to the bottom and read the comments to see if others felt the same way.
Filmmaking Tips and Advice
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The Gift and the Curse of Zeiss Superspeed Lenses
And though it’s a challenge to pull focus on Zeiss Superspeeds, it’s that dance between myself, the camera and the lens – when everything falls sharp as a tack – that made me fall in love.
How to Build a Film Slate for Under $15
The cheapest slate on Filmtools is $50. Fifty bucks won’t break the bank, but beginners may want to use that money for smaller, more necessary tools. So I went out to the store to see if you could make a clapperboard on a budget of $15 that you wouldn’t be embarrassed to bring to set.
Who’s Your General in the War of Filmmaking?
Filmmaking is chaos. Plans get disrupted or intel is mistaken and the way commanders handle these unexpected occurrences isn’t always the same. When the director, the director of photography (DP), and the producer all want different things, who do you take commands from?
Comment Corner: Week of July 11th
So you want to be a better filmmaker, right? After all, you are here. You’re reading this site. You’re seeking out resources to help you learn. And you’re hungry for more.
Why You Should Get Google Plus and Unlock Its Potential for Freelance Filmmakers
For you as a filmmaker, if Google Plus is here to stay, it has the opportunity to change how you network with crew, how you produce movies with them, and even how you find work.
Do You Use ARRI Alexa Custom Lists and Buttons?
The camera assistants I know who have worked with Alexa basically worship the camera. A major part of that reason is its ability to be heavily customized for each production. If you aren’t already taking advantage of it, the Alexa’s custom list values and custom user buttons could save you plenty of time on set and you’ll fall in love too.
Useful Cinematography iPhone Apps (Part 6)
There’s no arguing with the numbers that the iPhone platform is more powerful than ever. As a resourceful filmmaker, your job is to capitalize on any tool that can help you work on set faster, better, and with more efficiency. Having a smartphone enables you to do just that.
The View from the Other Side of the Camera
If you want a true sense of the presence of a film set, you have to step in front of the camera where all the lights point on you, where the camera is pointed at you, and where everyone’s attention falls on you. For some that experience is exhilarating. For others, daunting. For me, it was a chance to have fun.
Comment Corner: Week of July 4th
The purpose of both fireworks and movies is the same: to spark a sense of inspiration and purpose. So in the great tradition of controlled explosions and artful filmmaking, here are some thoughts from you that, in whatever way, hope to help you find that inspiration.