Color grading is a critical, yet tedious aspect of the Post-Production process. One of the best tools a filmmaker has to save time without compromising great color grading are LUTs. LUTs are used by both professional and amateur filmmakers for both their convenience and their cinematic effects. Many of the best free LUTs are now generously available on the internet. So we did our research and compiled the ultimate list of the best free LUTs that every filmmaker and colorist should add to their repertoire. Whether you are looking for bold, dramatic LUTs are stylized, vintage LUTs, odds are you’ll find…
Black and white photography has become a staple of modern art with more and more prominent photographers choosing to shoot in black and white. The deep contrast and simplicity of black and white photography has made it popular among amatuer and avid art collectors alike. However, trying to find the perfect black and white print to fit your space can be a daunting task. Luckily, we’ve compiled a list of sites to find the best black and white prints for sale. Whether you are balling on a budget or lucking to drop a pretty penny on some fine art, you’ll…
90s movies may forever be my favorite movies. For whatever reason, whether comedy, drama, or horror, I feel this overwhelming sense of peace when one of my favorite 90s films is on. Is it just nostalgia or do they actually hold up? I suppose that’s always debatable. But there is a thin line between what is considered one of the “best” movies, and those movies that become so iconic, they define a decade. Some fans praise films for the technical and creative masterpieces that they are, while others love the movies they love because they have impacted them in some…
Hey YouTubers, Aputure is gunning for your money and in my humble opinion, you should give it to them. Aputure has announced four new point-source COB LED lights under the Amaran brand. The 100d, 100x, 200d, and 200x. “D” standing for daylight and “X” for bi-colour. All coming in at a fraction of the price compared to their Light Storm 120d and 300d fixtures. We were fortunate enough to get our hands on a 100d Amaran LED video light and we were not disappointed. Continue reading 100D — The Amaran LED Video Light Really Shines: Review
It is not uncommon for directors to take inspiration from previous great directors in history. Various techniques and styles are passed on through cinema like a tradition between filmmakers. The Vertigo effect is one of the most distinct examples of this. Films throughout the last sixty years have used the Vertigo effect in a variety of ways for different reasons. But they have all derived from the same origin. What is the Vertigo effect and where did it originate? How have some of cinema’s best directors used it? Let’s dive in. Continue reading What is the Vertigo Effect? The Hitchcock Zoom…
In April 2014, a YouTube channel named Every Frame a Painting was created and it changed the course of film criticism forever. Over the course of three years, Every Frame a Painting founders Taylor Ramos and Tony Zhou released 28 video essays addressing everything in film from the style of Akira Kurosawa to the editing of Edgar Wright. But what happened to Every Frame a Painting? We’re going to explore why Ramos and Zhou stopped making video essays – but more importantly we’re going to take a look at what made their video essays so special. Continue reading What Happened…
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
2020 was a very strange year for movies. Most theaters in the United States have been closed since March in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, forcing studios to push most of its offerings into 2021 at the earliest. While it may seem like a bare year for cinephiles, there was still plenty to enjoy. If the pandemic had never happened, then this list of the best 2020 movies would likely look very different.Streaming services picked up the slack with Oscar contenders flocking to the likes of Netflix and Amazon Prime. Studios experimented with releasing more tentpole features on their respective…
Which is better full frame vs APS C? Every camera is different – but most (not all) have a full frame or APS C sensor. But what is the difference between full frame and APS C? Or better yet: what is a full frame sensor? And what is an APS C sensor? We’re going to answer those questions by looking at sensors from various manufacturers. By the end, you’ll know the strengths and weaknesses of both image sensor formats and which makes the most sense for your production needs.Continue reading Full Frame vs. APS-C — Camera Sensor Pros & Cons…
Cinematography and photography is naturally a 2 dimensional medium. Images appear on a 2 dimensional screen or print. However, great cinematographers and photographers utilize light to create 3 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…
