Illumination: Lighting Tips and Pointers
By Thomas McKenney At a recent lighting seminar in Hollywood co-hosted by American Society of Cinematographers (ASC) and the Digital […]
Cinematography
The Cinematography category on StudentFilmmakers.com examines the theory and practice of visual storytelling through motion-picture photography. Drawing on essays, technical analyses, and interviews with award-winning cinematographers, including members of the American Society of Cinematographers (ASC), British Society of Cinematographers (BSC), and Canadian Society of Cinematographers (CSC), the category emphasizes how aesthetic decisions emerge from narrative, logistical, and technological constraints.
Mapping Your Visual Destination: How to Create a Shooting Blueprint
by Saro Varjabedian A DP’s main function is to coordinate all the elements necessary to capture an image that aesthetically
Working in China: Chinese-American Cinematographer Bing Rao Tells How
#FlashbackFriday #FBFÂ Do you remember our exclusive interview with Bing Rao? Interview conducted by Larry Jaffee New York-based Chinese
Cloud Mount Slingshot Vibration Isolator
Q&A with Lance Lundstrom TV/Film/Video production professional with over 20 years of international production experience; owner/creator of RigWheels LLC.
Shooting In The Dark While Doing What HD Does Best
Notice how well my Cannon Vixia HF G20 handles this rave scene in a dark club. By Sherri Sheridan How
Better Shooting with a Mobile Device
Capture Intimate Moments for Your Project and Story By Bart Weiss Shooting a film with an iPhone is nothing
“Breathing Through Trees” | Limitation breeds emotional creativity on this short film shot on the Sony A7S.
By John Klein For most filmmakers, low budgets and minimalist storytelling are a way of life. Limitation breeds creativity, wearing
Expanding Your Vision with Full Frame Cinematography
“Full Frame is affordable, available and exciting to use.” By Snehal Patel Full Frame Cinema camera systems like the Alexa
How to Get Professional Control Filming Mobile Media
Get the help of an app for capturing professional video footage on your cellphone or mobile device. By Bart Weiss
Observations on 10 Years of Teaching
Includes a short list of things for the cinematographers to carry in their kit. By Thomas Ackerman, ASC Driving
Drone Filmmaker Benefits and Tips for Beginners
8 Things Drones Can Do for Your Film and 17 Beginner Drone Tips By Sherri Sheridan Every film can
Resolution: In All Shapes and Sizes
By John Klein Odds are, as an indie filmmaker, the resolution of your image will be one of the first