Portraiture is older than photography itself. Capturing the essence of a human being was originally achieved through the medium of paint and sculpture. But now, some of the most historical figures of modern day are captured through portrait photography.Whether you are taking portraits of a new client, a friend, or an icon, there are a few fundamental portrait photography tips that will help you capture a moving portrait. In this article, you’ll learn how to take portraits through technique and creativity.Continue reading Portrait Photography Tips & Techniques For Every Photographer
With advancements in digital technology in filmmaking, filmmakers have more control over color than ever. Hues, tones, and palettes can be changed to create a stylized look that tells a story. The role responsible for creating a visual color scheme to tell a story is the Colorist. Directors and cinematographers are praised for their use of color in filmmaking. However, the Colorist is the unsung hero who often brings these visions together. What is a Colorist? In this article, we’ll take a look at the role of a film Colorist, what they do, and what you need to do to…
Cinematography and photography is naturally a two-dimensional medium. However, great cinematographers and photographers utilize light to create three-dimensional effects. One of the tools they have to do this is the rim light. A rim light can keep an image from falling flat. Rim lighting can bring out shapes, textures, and contours that make an image appear more lively. So, what is rim light and how can you use it to create beautiful images? We’ll cover all of this and more in this article. Continue reading What is a Rim Light — 3 Point Lighting Techniques Explained
Have you ever heard that a UV protection lens filter for your lens is like cheap lens insurance? You might be wondering how true this is. In this article, we’ll take a look at just that. We’ll also take a look at why the UV protection lens filter was invented in the first place and what its utility is in digital photography today. By the end of this read, you’ll have a better understanding of the pros and cons of a UV protection lens filter and when to use one and when to not.Continue reading The UV Protection Lens Filter…
Sound effects are an incredibly important aspect of filmmaking and storytelling. They can communicate information, create a world, and engage an audience more deeply into a film. However bad sound effects can also distract or disengage an audience. Luckily, we’ve put together a list of the best sites to download realistic, high-quality and free gun sounds online to use in your next project. Whether you are looking for massive SFX libraries to filter through or a package of gun SFX to download, we’ve got it here. Continue reading Best Free Gun Sounds Online — Reload Your SFX Library
When it comes to advertising, music can make or break a commercial. And it is no surprise that hiring a musician to score or create music for your commercial advertisement can be expensive. Finding royalty free music for commercial use that is high quality and unique can also be difficult. In this article, we aim to relieve your stress and your wallet as you look for the perfect song for your commercial. We’ve found the best sites to download royalty free music for commercial use and laid out the pricing for each. Continue reading Best Sites to Download Royalty Free Music…
It is the opinion of many that Final Cut Pro X can be a little bare when it comes to tools for editors. However, once you download the best plugins for the software, Final Cut Pro X can be an entirely new Post-Production tool. So we’ve compiled a list of the best free Final Cut Pro plugins that you can download for free today. These plugins are not only meant to save you time and stress, but are designed to elevate the production quality of your projects. Continue reading 15 Free Final Cut Pro Plugins You Need In Your Arsenal
Starting a production company can be incredibly daunting. There are so many business aspects that appear mundane and confusing to the typical creative starting a production company. But the truth is that laying down a proper foundation is essential for any new production company to grow and prosper. In this article, we outline twelve steps on how to start a production company in the modern age. Let’s dive in. Continue reading How to Start a Production Company: A Complete 12-Step Guide
The Office has found its way into audiences' hearts well after its series finale. The show has stood the test of time thanks to its dry humor, clever writing, and likable characters. Well, some likable characters. In the Season 3 of The Office, one character became more annoying and disagreeable than any other, yet somehow lasted until the series finale. How? This is how the writers of The Office constructed the fall and rise of the Nard Dog, Andy Bernard.Continue reading Andy Bernard: The Office’s Most Unlikely Likable Character
If you’re like anyone else, learning After Effects can be overwhelming and time consuming. While it’s a great idea to learn how to create effects from scratch to learn the ins and outs of the program, it isn’t always necessary. The internet is filled with After Effect templates that help ease the workload of motion graphics. We’ve compiled a list of the 12 best free After Effects templates that, to our surprise, don’t have a price tag. From light leaks, to muzzle flashes, to haze, and even futuristic HUDs, let’s take a look at the best free After Effects templates…
