Education & Technology

Tutorials and tips for filmmakers as well as reviews and suggestions for camera gear.

Can You Trust Your Color Meter? (AR017)

Can You Trust Your Color Meter? [VIDEO]

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Did you know that your old color meter no longer works with today’s LED lights? In this video, Ryan shows you why and what to do about it.

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Are LEDs Ruining Your Projects? The LED Problem & What To Do About It (AR015)

Are LEDs Ruining Your Projects? [VIDEO]

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Did you know that LEDs lights may actually be ruining the look of your productions? And no, this problem can’t be fixed in the grade. We put seven different brands of LEDs lights to the test, capturing with a Red Epic Dragon camera. Then we discuss the results and how they’re going to affect the creative choices that you make on set.

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Bright Tangerine Misfit Matte Box: Review (AR008)

Bright Tangerine Misfit Matte Box Review [VIDEO]

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Is it possible to have a lightweight, high quality, reasonably priced matte box that works on a number of camera rigs? In this review we take a close look at the Bright Tangerine Misfit Matte Box to see if it delivers.

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Secret Filtration and Lighting Trick: Get Great Wide Shots and Close-Ups

A Secret Lighting & Filtration Trick To Get Great Wide Shots & Close Ups [VIDEO]

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Introduction: The shallow depth of field look has become really popular. And that look or style of shooting can make it difficult to get great looking wide shots and close ups. Close up are are especially challenging as the actor goes in and out of focus during the shot. But did you know that through […]

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5 On Set Tips to Get You More Work, Prevent Mistakes, & Make Post Easier (Video)

5 On Set Tips To Get You More Work, Prevent Mistakes, & Make Post Easier [VIDEO]

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"Generic: Is that who you want to be?": Example of Motion Photography -- Indie Cinema Academy

Untraditional Use Of Video: Motion Photography

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Untraditional Use Of Video: Motion Photography Video – the word conjures up images of a TV, theater, or even YouTube. But thanks to the web, video content is no longer confined to the 4 boarders we are used to seeing. With a bit of creativity and technical know how, you can use video content to […]

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Blacking Out a House for Filming a Night Scene

Part 10: How To Blackout A House

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Part 10: How To Blackout A House Small budget projects may be limited by their budget, but that doesn’t mean they have to be limited in their scope, or in the final visuals. By applying some creative thinking, and scheduling appropriately, even a task like blacking out an entire house can be done on a […]

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