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Five Lessons from the Other Side of the Freelance Fence

Five Lessons from the Other Side of the Freelance Fence

by Evan LuziMiscellaneous Tips

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When I set out to redesign The Black and Blue, I knew I’d be hiring freelance designers, developers, and a few others to help. What I didn’t realize was the difficulty of doing so and how much time and money I’d waste jumping over obstacles and making mistakes.

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How to Work with a Camera You've Never Touched Before

How to Work with a Camera You’ve Never Touched Before

by Evan LuziCameras

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When it comes to cameras, there’s more options now than ever before. That’s great for cinematographers, but it leaves camera assistants struggling to wrap their heads around a staggering number of camera systems. Inevitably, you’re going to come across one you haven’t even touched before. So, how do you handle it?

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Welcome to The Black and Blue 4.0!

Welcome to The Black and Blue 4.0!

by Evan LuziWebsite

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This is the most significant change for The Black and Blue in its history. With this new look, I want to help you discover more tips and tricks while sharing my passion for filmmaking. But I also want to reaffirm what has always made The Black and Blue great.

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5 Brand New Pocket Guides Plus Major Update Released

by Evan LuziCameras

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With the addition of those 5 new cameras, a total of 30 pocket guides are now available — making this an even better resource for camera assistants, cinematographers, and filmmakers.

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20 Rules You Should Never Break on Set

20 Rules You Should Never Break On Set

by Evan LuziMiscellaneous Tips

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Yesterday I posed a simple question to those who like The Black and Blue’s Facebook page and, within the hour, dozens of responses poured in.

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Freelance Taxes #4: Must-Do Tips for Filing Your Taxes in the Future

Freelance Taxes #4: Must-Do Tips for Filing Your Taxes in the Future

by Evan LuziMiscellaneous Tips

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Today we’re going to time-travel into… the future! “Is it a good future?” you might ask. Well, that depends on how well you follow the advice in this post — we’re going to talk about how to better prepare yourself for doing your taxes for next year.

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100 Resources (Even More) for Filmmakers, Cinematographers, and Crew

100 Resources (Even More) for Filmmakers, Cinematographers, and Crew

by Evan LuziMiscellaneous Tips

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I’ve reached back into the well and found another 100 resources perfect for filmmakers, cinematographers, camera assistants, and just about anyone who has ever stepped on a film set.

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Happy 3rd Birthday to The Black and Blue!

Happy 3rd Birthday to The Black and Blue!

by Evan LuziWebsite

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forgive me while, for a brief moment, we take the time to reflect on The Black and Blue — what it’s become and where it’s going — and wish it a Happy 3rd Birthday!

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Digital Cinema Pocket Guides Updated with 5 New Cameras and Hi-Res Graphics

by Evan LuziCameras

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You want to make sure you know what you’re doing when you use a camera. Or, at least, you want to have essential info about the camera you’re using in case something goes wrong. The digital cinema pocket guides that I launched last month help you do just that. And today I’ve unleashed a major update to them that you don’t want to miss

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I Worked for Free, Now Where's My DVD?

I Worked for Free, Now Where’s My DVD?

by Evan LuziMiscellaneous Tips

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Imagine this: after going back and forth for days, you’ve finally been offered your first film gig and feel like you’re taking a step in the right direction for your film career. But there’s a catch — there always is, isn’t there?

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