Can AI outperform the classic portable green screen? We put it to the test to find out. Check out the results in our latest video tutorial. As a fantasy lover, I am fortunate to have been born in Wales, where…
In this tutorial, we will look at a new feature added to DaVinci Resolve with the recent 18.5 update — the uploading directly to TikTok. We’ll also look at some best practices for creating TikTok content. As always, it’s never…
DaVinci Resolve made a splash at NAB 2023, and today we’re going to run through one of its exciting new features, the Relight tool. Instead of using power windows, Relight is a tool that enables you to enhance the authenticity…
Over the last ten years, we have seen the tools of filmmakers and photographers become interchangeable, from tripods to carrying accessories and even cameras themselves. However, what remains mostly a photographer’s tool is the strobe light. Of course, the strobe…
AI has undoubtedly become a buzzword over the last few months. With the likes of Chat GPT and Midjourney, you can’t browse LinkedIn or Twitter for more than a few scrolls without seeing someone talking about how to “make money…
I would assume that by clicking an article about whether to buy a camera rucksack or a camera bag, you may be at the start of your filmmaking venture. As such, reader, I have some bad news for you. It…
In this video tutorial, we’ll go over ambisonic sound recording and how to get the best audio for your project. Sound plays a vital role in our daily lives, connecting us to our surroundings and stirring emotions and memories. Sound…
In this tutorial, we cover how to work with proxy files and optimized media in DaVinci Resolve. No matter how quickly you upgrade to the latest GPU on the market, it’s only a matter of time before a camera manufacturer…
Audio can make or break any production. Here are a few tips on making sure your audio sounds professional. Whether we like it or not, audio is crucial to filmmaking and vital to making a professional video. Let’s review the…
Highlight rolloff refers to the transition from highlights to shadows in an image, and it can help images look more cinematic. Here’s how. Dear reader, I want to ask you, what do you perceive as one of the core values…
Have you ever watched a behind-the-scenes featurette and noticed the lack of softboxes on film sets? Sure, you may see giant chimera softboxes for large sets, but what about the ones you often see in your favorite YouTuber’s setup? Well,…
Every filmmaker will need a spotlight from time to time. Here’s how to use one effectively. If I were to ask you about using hard light, I would wager that your thoughts would initially gravitate toward how you can soften…
