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(Pictured: Justin working in his home studio.) Post Sound Workflow for Animation Written By Justin Matley Generally speaking, post sound, and re-recording mixing in particular, is the end of the line. The last leg of the conveyor belt. We come into play after the shots are perfected, the dialog recorded, the foley stomped, … Continue reading “Post Sound Workflow for Animation”
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Hollywood Bound Start Networking Before Heading West Written By Scott Spears For many of us into filmmaking, who weren’t lucky enough to be born in Southern California, the dream is to move to Los Angeles someday. It could be years or months away, but if you really want to break into the Hollywood film … Continue reading “Hollywood Bound”
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Daniel Villeneuve csc on Lighting Dark Scenes Create and Capture Cinematic Emotion Daniel Villeneuve csc has been shooting for film and television for over 30 years. His craftsmanship being recognized two years running in both 2019 and 2020 with nominations at the Canadian Screen Awards for best photography, drama, for the television features, “Sleeper”… …
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How to Make a Shot List Written by Michael Goi, ASC, ISC The key part of my preparation as a Director is making a shot list, but for a lot of people, making a shot list is an activity that they are either afraid of or avoid. For me, making a shot list is … Continue reading “How to Make a Shot List”
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Peter Rowe csc has produced and directed over 200 films and television shows, including 8 features and Angry Planet which was broadcast around the world. He was nominated for several Gemini, Genie and Directors Guild of Canada Awards, won two Canadian Society of Cinematographers Awards for Lifestyle/Reality Cinematography, a Platinum Fexy Award, and awards from… …
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Photo by Jed Villejo. jedvillejo.squarespace.com Rewriting Your TV Pilot from First Draft to Second Draft: 10 Important Things Written by Martie Cook You’ve finished the first draft of your television pilot. And you’re feeling pretty good. Chances are you can’t wait to get those pages off of your computer and into the hands … Continue reading “Rewriting Your TV Pilot from First Draft to Second Draft: 10 Important Things”
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Pictured above: Shane Stanley’s edit bay. How to Set Up Your Edit Workstation: 3 Important Things Written by Shane Stanley When I prepare to edit my films there’s a great deal of excitement, but it’s also met with some opposition. Why? Because it means I’ll be isolated in a small, dark room for … Continue reading “How to Set Up Your Edit Workstation”
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A Conversation with Craig Wrobleski csc Lighting Dark Scenes and Creating Characters, Ambiances and Emotion with Light Exclusive interview conducted by Jody Michelle Solis In more than 30 years behind the camera, Craig Wrobleski csc has had the opportunity to photograph projects of most every description. After getting his start as a cinematographer shooting documentaries,… …
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A Conversation with Kenneth Zunder, ASC Capturing Cultural Touchstones Exclusive interview conducted by Johnny Lee Solis Since earning my first cinematographer credit on the television series thirtysomething, I have worked on many features, television movies, and series such as Brooklyn Bridge, seaQuest, Chicago Hope, Lois and Clark, Judging Amy, The Starter Wife, The Closer and… …
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Pictured above: “The Sentinel: Poachers”. Written and Directed by Tony Westman. Producer Danny Bilson. Tony speaks with series star Richard Burgi to prepare for a boat chase scene. A Conversation with Tony Westman csc “The daunting task is not to imitate the great works of cinema, but to advance the traditions in imaginative ways.” Exclusive… …
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Written by Sherri Sheridan Avatar is the new Star Wars for this generation of digital filmmakers. The visual fourth wall was shattered inviting the audience to be in the film they are watching during a 3D IMAX type viewing experience. As a filmmaker and writer, you now have to consider things like Z depth, and … Continue reading “23 Important Things to Plan Your 3D CGI Story Around Now”
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Photo by Kashilembo Wabu. Follow on Instagram @wabulos For those of you who are startup documentary filmmakers interested in the idea of creating and filming your own TV Documentary Series, here are some tips and insights from Jodi Cilley. Jodi Cilley is a long time filmmaker, entrepreneur, and educator. She has been teaching video … Continue reading “Create and Film Your Own TV Documentary Series: Important Do’s and Don’ts”
