Reading Time: 8 minutesA time-lapse video is a sequence of images captured at set intervals over a period, then played back at a higher speed to show changes occurring over time, such as the movement of clouds or stars or the growth of plants. The possibilities are endless. This article will guide you through the basics of creating… Continue reading How to Make a Time Lapse Video. Gear, Settings & Editing.
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Time-Lapse: How to Capture Time in Photography & Film
Reading Time: 5 minutesWhat is Time-lapse in film and photography? Definition & Meaning Time-lapse is a specialized technique in photography and film that captures frames at a slower rate than usual, creating a fast-motion playback effect. It’s often assembled from a series of stills stitched together into a video sequence, but it can also be created from sped-up… Continue reading Time-Lapse: How to Capture Time in Photography & Film
Depth of Field Explained: What it is & How You Can Use it
Reading Time: 5 minutesWhat is Depth of field? Definition & Meaning Depth of field is the extent of an image that is in sharp focus from front to back. If you have a shallow depth of field, only a small part of the image is sharp, while the rest is blurry. This is often used in portraits, commercials,… Continue reading Depth of Field Explained: What it is & How You Can Use it
What is Aerial Cinematography? Definition, History & Examples
Reading Time: 3 minutesWhat is Aerial cinematography? Definition & Meaning Aerial cinematography is the art of capturing movie shots from the air. It involves using drones, helicopters, or planes to film landscapes, cityscapes, or action scenes from above. This unique bird’s-eye view adds a dramatic and expansive feel to movies, TV shows, and commercials. A Very(!) Brief History… Continue reading What is Aerial Cinematography? Definition, History & Examples
What is 360 Video? Now A Mature Filmmaking Tool (with Examples)
Reading Time: 3 minutesWhat is 360-degree video? Definition & Meaning 360-degree video, also known as immersive video or spherical video, is a video recording in which a view in every direction is recorded simultaneously and shot using an omnidirectional camera. When playing a 360-degree video, you can control the viewing direction, providing a panoramic view of the scene.… Continue reading What is 360 Video? Now A Mature Filmmaking Tool (with Examples)
Interview with Underwater Videographer and Photographer Alexander Semenov
Reading Time: 7 minutesFeatured image: Alexander Semenov at work. Photographer: Dmitry Ozerov A while back, my attention was caught by some amazing underwater footage that looked like it was coming from a different planet. I got curious, and when I found that the guy behind it used Panasonic cameras like myself, I decided to reach out for an… Continue reading Interview with Underwater Videographer and Photographer Alexander Semenov
How To Film at Night To Reduce Grain
Reading Time: 8 minutesHow to film at night is a task every video content creator will face at some point. The challenge is that the camera sensor needs a lot of light to produce good images. This is true whether you use an iPhone, a mirrorless camera, or a cinema camera—cameras need light! If you don’t have enough… Continue reading How To Film at Night To Reduce Grain
B-Roll Footage: Meaning And Why It Is Important To Your Film
Reading Time: 4 minutesWhat is B Roll Footage? Definition & Meaning B-roll is extra footage that supports the main footage (A-roll). A-roll includes the key parts of the scene, like actors talking or major action. B-roll shows smaller details, like objects, settings, or cutaway shots of what a character sees. It helps explain the setting, show what’s happening… Continue reading B-Roll Footage: Meaning And Why It Is Important To Your Film
Guide: How To Shoot And Key Green Screen Footage
Reading Time: 6 minutesPart two of my articles covers the basics of green screen and chroma key. If you missed part one, which covered general green screen knowledge, check it out here. This article will address the question: How do you properly use a green screen and chroma key? Here are the most important things to consider when… Continue reading Guide: How To Shoot And Key Green Screen Footage