Dialogue scenes can be the most fun to write as well as the most difficult. Visual performances of dialogue in films can be powerful, emotional, and moving. However, the medium of written text has its limitations. Luckily, screenwriters have parentheticals. Parentheticals are a great way to include specific information that help a reader better understand a dialogue scene. So how do you write a parenthetical in a screenplay? Let’s take a look at screenplay parenthetical examples and to learn how they should be used. Continue reading Screenplay Parenthetical Examples (And Why They Work)
Creating a mood board for a video game can be a great way to brainstorm ideas and explore the visual elements of your project. Visualizing different aspects such as color palette, typefaces, or even character designs can help bring your project to life and provide further inspiration. A mood board is also an excellent tool for developing a consistent style throughout the game. In this blog post, we’ll explain how you can create a powerful mood board that captures the feel of your game.Continue reading How to Make a Video Game Mood Board — Examples & Tips
Abstract art is perhaps one of the most popular styles that circulates in the fine art world. While its predominance is undeniable today, its emergence as a movement in the mid-twentieth century was simultaneously revolutionary and controversial. In this article, we’ll examine the history of abstract expressionism and how its emergence as a movement was forged by both history and current circumstances surrounding iconic artists. Continue reading What is Abstract Expressionism — Definition & History
Selling the action of a fight sequence relies on many things from the actor’s performance to the choreography to the set dressing and design. However, an unsung hero of epic fight sequences is the cinematography. Cinematographers prepare to shoot incredible fight scenes by using shot lists and storyboards. In this article, we’ll take a look at how to create a shot list, how to storyboard a fight scene, and the most important things to consider and include in them. Continue reading How to Storyboard a Fight Scene — Tips & Examples
Although we often overlook it today, the breathtaking clarity of cinematography is a relatively recent development. Not too long ago, the images that graced the screens of cinemas and our homes were often filled with graininess and blurriness. However, everything changed with the advent of high-definition technology. High definition, or HD, is therefore not just a buzzword but a significant leap in visual fidelity. But what is high definition, and what is the science behind the technology?Continue reading What is High Definition — History, Types & Impact
While cinema is known for being a primarily visual medium, there is no doubt how much of an impact music can have on a film. Some of the most iconic scenes in history are remembered with a song attached. Sometimes the music choices are left to a director far after the screenplay is written. However, other times music is baked into the screenplay itself and how a scene may operate. In this article, you’ll learn when and how to write music into a screenplay so that you can create unforgettable scenes through music.Continue reading How to Write Music into a…
Shooting a documentary is very different from shooting a narrative film. In many ways it can be on the cuff, guerilla style shooting. Documentaries can also be made of properly planned and composed shoots. Great documentaries are made of both and thus require an organized documentary shooting schedule. Creating a documentary shooting schedule is an effective way to ensure that you get the everything you need to piece together a compelling documentary. It will also help our production stay organized, efficient, and streamlined. Let’s dive into how to create a documentary shooting schedule. Continue reading How to Create a Documentary Shooting Schedule
Shooting documentaries can be incredibly spontaneous. However, this does not mean that they do not require preparation to shoot. Creating a storyboard for a documentary is a great idea for various reasons. The process of storyboarding can help you curate the visual tone, style, and story of your documentary. In this article, we’ll dive into the reasons why storyboarding a documentary is a good idea and how to create a documentary storyboard for your project. Continue reading How to Create a Documentary Storyboard — Free Template
If you want to get those creative juices flowing, one of the best things you can do is make a writer mood board. This is basically a collage of images, words, and anything else that inspires you and gets you in the mood to write. Not sure how to make one? No worries – I’ve got you covered. Read on for tips on creating a writer mood board that will get you motivated to write. Continue reading How to Make a Writer Mood Board & Inspire Your Storytelling
Photography is a visual medium that has existed since the 1800s. Since then it has evolved both in form, technology, purpose, and expression. Photography is a multifaceted craft that is constantly evolving over time. What is photography and how is it created? In this article, we’ll explore how photographs are made, the mediums used to create them, and the ways photography is used. Continue reading What is Photography — Definition & Types of Photography
