If you’re new to shooting video, you may notice that fellow camera geeks like to talk a lot about “glass”. While there are a lot of things made of glass in the video world, there’s only one thing called “glass”: Your camera lens. Here's how it works to produce a useable, in-focus image.
You could argue that the first films ever made were documentaries.
As early as the late 1800’s, motion picture pioneers tinkered with continuously-running photographic...
The secret to pulling your subjects out of the real world and placing them into a digital domain is chromakey, and that means going green with green screen.
A static frame is not only boring to your audience; by keeping the camera still, you’re also missing out on one of the most fundamental storytelling tools in cinema — movement.
Achieving good microphone placement is a surprisingly straightforward process and one grounded in physics and engineering concepts. Technical aspects like the microphone type directly influence the design, sensitivity, sound and directionality.
There is a particular kind of frustration that every working videographer knows. You have your frame’s composition ready, and now you need to adjust...
Color grading is one of the most important steps in post-production. It’s also one of the most time-consuming. For wedding and event videographers, the...
Have you ever asked yourself whether your video production contract was good enough? If you’re like most freelancers or small business owners, you probably...
Manufacturers are constantly trying to tempt you with the new and updated versions of their products. Plus, video-making trade shows such as NAB are...
The Internet, with all its conveniences and complexities, has changed the way videographers watch, share, and interact with video. Video sharing websites like YouTube...
Ever wonder if entering a video contest is a smart use of your time? There are numerous benefits to stretching your creativity with some healthy competition.
Video production has evolved over the years; now, teams work virtually to collaborate on projects. They do everything from remote editing to cloud-sharing assets...
Music and sound effects are a crucial part of any film or video project. Using royalty-free stock music in your next project is one way to cut costs without sacrificing quality.
You have the tools needed to create stunning motion graphics, but do you have the time? If not, using motion graphics templates can be a great way to add polish to a production without blowing your deadline.
As digital video resolutions increase, our need for storage increases as well. If you’re ready to step up to a new storage solution, you’re in the right place.
For video editors, finding the perfect portable workstation is like catching a unicorn. It is no easy task to find the perfect balance of performance vs. price point.
For videographers, audio is often the make-or-break element of a production. Traditional lavalier microphones have long been the go-to tool for creators. They’re small,...
