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Six Quick Steps for Better Images
Photo taken by Kinga Cichewicz. Munich, Germany. Follow on Instagram @kinga_cich. Written by Norman C. Berns Shoot and run. Grab the shot. Run and gun. Just…
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DIRECTING | “The Director’s Gear
Written by David K. Irving As the leader of a production unit, the effective director will select the right tool at the appropriate moment with command and confidence.…
Screenwriting
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From Novel to Screenplay: Me and Orson Welles
No filmmaker stands alone, not even Orson Welles. David Kaminski looks at adapting the novel Me and Orson Welles into a screenplay and film. Even the best writers…
Editing & Post
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50 Video Editing Tips Every Video Editor Should Know
Shoutout to Nubelson Fernandes! Follow IG @nublson Video editing is a multifaceted craft that combines technical expertise with artistic sensibilities. Whether you're a novice looking to sharpen your…
Cameras & Gear
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High-Speed Photography Tips
Extremely high-speed cinematography presents its own set of unique challenges. It is an art of its own, that takes much time to…
Hervé Demers Discusses Fashion Filmmaking on DSLR
The struggle of building a cage for my Blackmagic
Zoom Lenses vs. Prime Lenses
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Get Your Own SFX Library Up and Recording
A Quick Start Guide by Bryant Falk As you progress into creating more and more video or film projects, the need for…
Deliver a Strong Audio Mix for Your Documentary
Exclusive Interview with Mateo Messina: Tips, Insights and Inspiration
How to Communicate with Your Composer on Your First Student Film
Lighting
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Exposure: Why Still Use a Light Meter?
Photo by Chris Yang. Instagram @chris.yang.film Written by David Appleby With digital cameras now equipped with waveform monitors, histograms and programmable…
Adding ‘Kick’ to Three-Point Lighting: Two More Lights
Connecting the Dots” By Hiro Narita, ASC
Key, fill, kicker; the holy trinity of lighting.
Documentary
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First-Time Documentary Filmmaking Tips
Garnered from My First Feature Documentary Experience Written By Tamar Kummel I recently completed my first feature documentary, "Fighting for Allergy-Free…
GET CLOSE: Documentary Filmmaking
You’ve Finished Your Documentary. Now What? Maro Chermayeff of SVA
Short Form Documentary Editing: The Map
Film Business
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Get Your Film Made
Ideas to Start By Jared Isham Getting your film made, for many, can be packed with fear and uncertainty. The obstacles, no…
11 Ways to Get Ready for Fall Semester
The New Paradigm: Visionary Films That Changed Filmmaking
Finding Your Film Project’s Hook
Acting
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Casting: Color blind. Gender blind. Age blind.
Casting By Tamar Kummel Think about some recent movies or TV shows starring Meryl Streep, Melissa McCarthy, Sandra Oh, Denzel Washington, Morgan…
Tips for Voiceover Auditions: 3 Key Steps
Film & Television Acting Tips | How to Create a Role in 3 Steps
Advice for Directing Actors Who Are the Writers of Their Films
Film Schools
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LumaTouch and Google Launch LumaFusion for Learning on Chromebooks
“LumaFusion for Learning” Offers Special Chromebook Version of LumaFusion with Accessible Pricing and Flexible Licensing Models for Students and Teachers The Announcement…
Great Cinematography Begins with Inspiration and Research
When Creators Collaborate Virtually
Los Angeles Film School: Teaching Philosophy and Breaking In
Festivals & Contests
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The Joy of Summer” Photography Contest 2021
Photo by Katerina Kerdi. | Follow Instagram @katekerdi "Summer is the season that can bring many reasons to smile. Photographers from…
Winter Photo Contest Extended: 7 Tips to Add Depth to Your Photos
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