While film appreciation is about more than just critically acclaimed films, it is good to start with the most groundbreaking types of films in every genre. In order to appreciate film, one must start with the classics. Try watching films that have won awards or were featured at film festivals. Find the films that have …
Do you watch movies and break them down into their elements? Intrigued why some films elicit strong emotions? The use of color to create an emotion or set the mood is color theory. Different colors elicit different emotions and many film makers understand this. There are set schemes to color theory and film. Each one …
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Video production opens up many opportunities, from entertainment to self-expression. This versatile and valuable skill is used by YouTubers, educators, artists, film producers, and event photographers. It is also a creative outlet for hobbyists. Furthermore, having the ability to produce a stellar video is a fantastic way to communicate and stay connected, especially today, as …
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Interested in learning what is film production? If you’ve done any reading about film production, you’ll know there are different phases involved in the production of a film. While there’s more that goes into making big-budget studio films than smaller, independent ones, all filmmakers will deal with the five phases of film production. Each phase …
A handful of filmmaking professionals uses digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) cameras for their filming. Shoulder rigs help not only to stabilize the gear, but help with weight distribution. With this change, the community has been able to learn to make adjustments in order to get the scenes they want in highly effective ways. One of …
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There is always a distinct thrill when a photographer captures great photos, regardless if they are new to the craft or a professional. A true test for photographers is the art of nighttime photography. Here’s five things you can do to get great nighttime photography. Switch To Manual Mode The first step to nighttime photography …
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Filmmaking isn’t a job to be taken lightly. It is an intensive process that demands a great deal of energy. Having an education in video production helps create an important wealth of knowledge, which every film crew needs. In many cases, this is where a unit production manager comes in. When it comes to filmmaking, …
Filmmaking is one of the most exciting ventures someone can do. But before any production begins, there is one process that needs to be completed– the art of creating a budget. When a production team puts together a film’s budget, it is an extremely intricate process. For example, a film budget allocates for many factors …
Today’s cinematography has changed considerably, even within the last five or ten years. A major change is the type and availability of equipment used, which recently includes cell phone cameras such as the iPhone. With convenience and ease, the iPhone allows both professionals and amateurs alike the ability to record, share, and edit their own …
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In order for a film to be successful, there has to be team cooperation. Whether the team members are movie actors, film crew, transport or craft services, all roles must communicate to create a successful production. Although all roles are important, all of this isn’t possible however without the collaborative efforts of three roles. The …
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