Think Like a Director: A Guide to the Horror Genre
Horror is defined as “an apprehension or revulsion about that which is unknown.” What does that mean for filmmakers? It may seem odd to seek out something that scares you as a viable source…
Horror is defined as “an apprehension or revulsion about that which is unknown.” What does that mean for filmmakers? It may seem odd to seek out something that scares you as a viable source…
Filming in natural fog is a rare opportunity. Here’s how to make the most of it! Filming in fog is a rare opportunity. It requires a very specific set of weather conditions, and because…
Good audio recording is part art and part science — here are the fundamentals to master to capture truly amazing sound! Learning about audio recording can be an endless process. As amazing and captivating…
We’ve already covered diffusion filters to a degree in our presentation on highlight roll-off. The TL;DR of that video is We can somewhat mimic highlight roll-off with a diffusion filter. It’s known for…
These are the minimum, recommended, and best specs to run Adobe Premiere Pro on your PC or Mac. Premiere Pro is the NLE that many people begin with, and many decide to stick with…
In this article we explore the ins and outs of knowing when to stop down the lens or to open up and get shallow. Depth of field refers to the range of distances within…
Condenser mics are among a filmmaker’s handiest tools, but they’re not all created equal. Here’s the difference between small and large condenser microphones. Are you uncertain whether you should purchase a small or large…
The ’60s and ’70s had a distinct feel when it comes to text treatments. Here’s how you can achieve that vibe. When we think about films from the 60s and 70s, characteristics that come…
Comedy is more than telling a few jokes. In this article, we’ll take a look at the various types of comedy you’ll find in film. One thing you’ll consistently hear about comedy is that…
The shotgun microphone is an essential filmmaking tool, but how can you connect one directly to a PC? The shotgun microphone is a staple of the filmmaking, television, and sports industries. They are easily…
In this video tutorial, we’ll cover how to add subtitles to your project in Adobe Premiere Pro. In today’s social media landscape, ensuring your video contains proper and legible subtitles is a must in…
RunwayML’s Motion Brush is a fantastic AI animation tool. Here’s how it works. Several months ago, we produced a tutorial on how you could generate an image like you might get from Midjourney or…