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Student filmmakers are more excited than ever to extend their love for video and apply their skills to the exciting world of live video production. A new book called the “Accelerated Broadcast Club Curriculum” is now helping students involved in their schools broadcast clubs free online tools for accelerating learning in the world of live … Continue reading “Student Film Makers Learn Live Video Production”
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Here’s an advanced look at the 2019 Volume 14, No. 3 Edition of StudentFilmmakers Magazine. This exciting issue includes educational articles and how-to’s covering topics in the Five Stages of Motion Picture Creation: Development, Pre-Production, Production, Post Production, and Distribution. Article Preview Get Your Film Made By Jared Isham Getting your film made, for many, … Continue reading “Magazine Preview: 2019 Volume 14, No. 3”
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Article Written by Fred Ginsburg, CAS, Ph.D. Above production still taken by Kim Edward Welch, StudentFilmmakers Magazine. Calling for the roll: FILM SHOOT. See further down in article for instructions if shooting on video/electronic cinema. Before the shooting sequence begins, the sound mixer has recorded a HEADER ID at the beginning of the sound roll, … Continue reading “Calling for the roll aka “Turn ‘Em Over” by Fred Ginsburg, CAS, Ph.D.”
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By Jody Michelle Solis I’m enjoying a fresh, hot cup of coffee (think maple syrup, citrus, bright) while editing articles for the UFVA Edition of StudentFilmmakers Magazine. I can’t help but want to share John Klein’s music video link for “endless frozen dawn”. In his newest article for StudentFilmmakers magazine, John shares with us his … Continue reading “Mindful Minute Musing: “endless frozen dawn””
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At our film school, the Creative Media Institute for Film and Digital Arts, traditional tungsten Fresnel fixtures have been the main lighting instruments in the classroom and on set. We do have some HMI’s and Kino’s but the tungsten Fresnels are the main tools we use. We need these lighting solutions to withstand the kind… …
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“Ursa Mini 4.6k vs Ursa Mini Pro: Who Are These Cameras For?” By Jon Firestone I’ve been intrigued by Blackmagic cameras for a while, but I’ve been waiting for them to evolve to a point where they filled more of my requirements. And the Ursa Mini 4.6k was the first that really does that. And … Continue reading ““Ursa Mini 4.6k vs Ursa Mini Pro: Compared and Reviewed”
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Growth of Film Festivals Over the past decade, the film industry has changed tremendously. Its demands and outcomes have evolved. As artists, the fast lighting speed of the industry has led us to become more versatile and therefore adapt ourselves to the circumstances. Perhaps, one of the greatest shifts has been the accessibility to make … Continue reading “Reasons Why Film Festivals Matter”
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Pictured: Tom Houghton, ASC on the set of “Elementary”. Photo by Elizabeth Fisher. Tom Houghton, ASC shares his insights and talks about working on the set of CBS Studio’s “Elementary.” Interview conducted by Jody Michelle Solis Tom Houghton, ASC is an Emmy nominated director of photography (“Rescue Me,” 2008), whose body of work includes … Continue reading “EXCLUSIVE: A Conversation with Tom Houghton, ASC”
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Pictured: James Chressanthis, ASC, GSC behind the camera on Oprah Winfrey’s Greenleaf. Camera: Red Weapon Helium 8K, Cooke i5 lenses. James Chressanthis, ASC, GSC shares his insights and talks about filmmaking in Thailand, evolving technologies and new distribution channels. Interview conducted by Jody Michelle Solis James Chressanthis, ASC, GSC, is a filmmaker who has … Continue reading “EXCLUSIVE | A Conversation with James Chressanthis, ASC, GSC”
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Creating your own content may seem quite challenging at times, but the rewards and growth you gain from each experiences is quite indescribable. Either you expand your artistry with a new medium or start exploring new skills to combine with them to your main art form; both are great ways to explore new territories. Because … Continue reading “The Benefits of Creating your own Content as an Actor”
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Unable to think of what to write next; maybe you are experiencing some writer’s block! This often happens after you’ve written your first project or you’ve taken a long break away from writing. The great thing to know is that its possible to remedy creative slowdowns and get your creativity flowing again. Inspiration may happen … Continue reading “Finding inspiration to create your own Content”
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Written By Sara Sue Vallee Okay, so you’ve booked a role in a play, movie or TV series, and now it is time for you to build this unique character. Building an authentic character takes time, patience and dedication. One must be willing to delve into all phases of the process in order to bring … Continue reading “How to write Short Films as an Actor”
